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Thinking Outside The Flower Box: Five Strange Plants

Jesse Singer

The plant world is fascinating! Did you know that the White Baneberry plant produces pretty little white fruits that are very toxic and that the Bleeding Tooth Fungus plant is entirely edible? There are more than 300,000 plant species on the planet, from the most basic of flowers to some of the most bizarre and…

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Five Neat Carnivorous Plants

Most plants subscribe to Gandhi’s belief in non-violence and are very happy with just the sun, water, and the soil’s nutrients. However, many plants are more aggressive towards living things. And while these carnivorous plants (unlike Audrey II from the classic musical Little Shop of Horrors) are no danger to humans, insects and small rodents…
November 27, 2020
Jesse Singer

How To Grow A Thanksgiving Herb Garden

What’s your favorite part of a Thanksgiving feast? Whether it be the turkey, the stuffing, or the mashed potatoes, nobody can deny flavorful herbs elevate these savory dishes! Here are some of the best herbs to include in a holiday (or daily) meal and how to grow them in the outdoor or indoor garden. Sage…
November 25, 2020
Catherine Sherriffs

Edible Weeds: Including Chickweed In Your Fall Harvest

The summer harvest might be well behind us, but we still have time to gather some tasty wild weeds! Foraging is an excellent way to add nutritious food to your diet just before the snow flies. Chickweed, or Stellaria media, is perfect for picking in the fall because it loves colder temperatures.  What It Looks…
November 20, 2020
Caroline Rivard

Report Looks To The Environment For Avoiding Future Pandemics

Is there a link between the environment and global pandemics? A recent report issued by the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IBPES) says there is.  In the report, a panel of experts noted that “Future pandemics will emerge more often, spread more rapidly, do more damage to the world economy and kill…
November 18, 2020
Jesse Singer

Edible Houseplants: Grow These Tiny Orange Hat Tomatoes

It’s time to turn our focus from the outdoor gardens to our indoor plant buddies! Beyond adding to the interior decor, houseplants are serious mood boosters, with sales skyrocketing in many parts of the globe during the coronavirus lockdown. This post’s featured houseplant is the Orange Hat Tomato; beautiful and edible too! Talk about pleasing…
November 13, 2020
Catherine Sherriffs

Stop Using Peat! Try These Alternatives

For years peat and peat moss have been staples in the garden soil. From big row and square foot gardens to hanging pots, the use of peat has been a go-to for growers since the 1940s as a way to add nutrients to the soil and aid in water retention. But while those are good…
November 11, 2020
Jesse Singer

How To Grow Garlic In Northern Climates

Full disclosure: I don’t mind reeking of garlic. I cook with it daily and love it for its flavor and many health benefits. That’s why I’m willing to devote part of my garden to this delicious crop. Plus, garlic is super easy to grow!  The Benefits  Garlic is part of the Allium family and is…
November 6, 2020
Catherine Sherriffs

Plants That Grow In A Winter Garden

For many people, the coming of winter means the end of the gardening season. Time to mulch the beds, cover them up, and get your garden ready for the winter months so they’ll be ready for the spring. But wait! It might not have to be that way. Depending on where you live and what…
November 4, 2020
Jesse Singer

Why Cover Crops Are So Essential To The Organic Garden

Mastering the art of organic gardening involves more than merely growing without chemicals. To boost yields, provide plant nutrients, and control weeds, diseases, and pests naturally, one must add various techniques to their growing regimes. Think compost, companion planting, crop rotation, and cover crops.   Aptly named, cover crops are sown to cover the soil with…
November 2, 2020
Catherine Sherriffs

Are You Up For A Challenge? November Is Vegan Month

Are you feeling up to a challenge? World Vegan Day is November 1st, but the entire month is also dedicated to the plant-based diet. People worldwide are being encouraged to try veganism out and see how they feel at the end of it!  The Vegan Challenge Grammy-award winning songwriter and producer Jermaine Dupri has been…
October 30, 2020
Catherine Sherriffs

How To Grow A Moss Garden

Often found on the forest floor or sprawling over rocks, moss is a low-growing plant that pleases the eye and has many environmental benefits. So why not consider adding moss to your garden?  The Benefits Of Moss There are many benefits to a moss garden! Moss is a drought-resistant plant and requires very little water.…
October 28, 2020
Jesse Singer