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Give Me A Break: Virtual Garden Tours Help Ease Stress

Catherine Sherriffs

Working from home has its perks, but for many of us, social distancing and self-isolation can be challenging. Even if we do go out, most parks, public, and community gardens are closed. So why not take a 15-minute work break and take a virtual garden tour?  Studies are showing that plant therapy can help reduce…

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Growing A Rainbow In The Garden For Health And Happiness

Driving through the deserted streets of my neighborhood the other day, I noticed pictures of colorful rainbows hanging in the windows of many homes. As people around the world self-isolate, the rainbow is emerging as a symbol of hope.  The idea is to spread some joy amid the coronavirus outbreak; let others know that we…
April 1, 2020
Catherine Sherriffs
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DIY: How To Build Your Own Greenhouse

So, you want a greenhouse?  Of course, you do! Who wouldn’t? A greenhouse is an awesome addition to any home gardening repertoire! Greenhouses pull in the sunlight and trap the heat inside – which your plants, veggies, and herbs, all need to flourish. And that also means you can start planting seeds earlier and keep…
March 27, 2020
Jesse Singer
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5 Easy Edible Plants You Can Grow At Home

Being able to grow some of your own food has always been a worthy goal. But in light of the current situation we all find ourselves in – isolated in our homes – the goal seems even more necessary these days.  However, necessary or not, many of us have thumbs that are as far from…
March 25, 2020
Jesse Singer

Easy DIY: All-Natural Disinfecting Cleaning Solution

Maybe your local supermarket has run out of household cleaners and disinfectants. Or perhaps you’re looking for an effective, all-natural option without any harsh chemicals. In any case, it’s possible to make a homemade cleaning spray to keep your home spic, span, and germ-free!  This household cleaner is easy to make and smells divine, courtesy…
March 20, 2020
Catherine Sherriffs

Plant A Seed Day Sheds Light On Pressing Global Issues

The 2020 edition of Plant a Seed Day takes place on March 19th, and people around the world are being encouraged to participate. Such a simple action can help solve critical problems. Access to affordable, nutritious food remains one of the world’s most pressing issues, and with the current spread of COVID-19, that has never…
March 16, 2020
Catherine Sherriffs

Featured Flower: Rare And Stunning Orchids On Display

Attention all orchid lovers! The 75th Annual Santa Barba International Orchid Show takes place this weekend, offering visitors a chance to admire rare and endangered blooms typically seen in native habitats of Central and South America, Asia, Australia, and Africa. Horticulturists and flower enthusiasts from around the world flock to the Earl Warren Showgrounds to…
March 13, 2020
Catherine Sherriffs

Study Finds Climate Change Will Expand Globe’s Agricultural Land

Living in the Canadian province of Quebec, I’ve dreamed of having a longer outdoor growing season. Like many places, our summers are beautiful here, but far too short. A new study says I might one day get my wish, but that’s not necessarily a good thing.  Published in the journal PLOS ONE, the findings suggest…
March 11, 2020
Catherine Sherriffs

The Art of Gardening: North America’s Largest Tropical Bonsai Garden

A small town in Florida is home to the largest tropical bonsai garden in all of North America. Located in Fort Pierce, Heathcote Botanical Gardens is a permanent public display that offers visitors a whole lot to look at and appreciate. The gardens are set on 10,000 square feet and feature 30 different species of…
March 6, 2020
Catherine Sherriffs

Research Finds CBD To Treat More Neurological Disorders

These days, it’s common to hear someone talking about suffering from pain and someone else asking them if they’ve tried CBD. Cannabidiol is rising in popularity as a not-so-secret way to treat chronic illnesses and other health problems.  You can find CBD in so many different products these days, from pharmaceuticals and nutraceuticals to personal…
March 4, 2020
Catherine Sherriffs

Saving Pollinators Through The Art Of Beekeeping

It’s no secret we all need to be doing something to save the bees. Pesticide exposure and habitat destruction mean populations of important pollinators are declining rapidly around the world. A new study finds some countries are doing a better job of saving them than others. Arena Flowers has analyzed data from the United Nations…
February 28, 2020
Catherine Sherriffs

Five Perennial Plants For The Veggie Patch

It’s an exciting time of year when many gardeners are busy flipping through seed catalogs and selecting new fruit and vegetable varieties for the upcoming growing season. Have you considered creating a perennial food garden? Perennial plants are popular because you sow them once and they come back year after year.  While maintaining a perennial…
February 26, 2020
Catherine Sherriffs