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Hearts Aflutter As Certain Butterflies Make Comeback

Catherine Sherriffs

Not all hope is lost for the world’s important pollinators! A recent study has found butterflies in the UK are making somewhat of a comeback. The annual UK Butterfly Monitoring Scheme (UKBMS) found more than two-thirds of butterfly species were spotted in more abundant numbers last year compared to in 2017. Two of the rarest…

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Five Easy Foods To Grow From Seed

Whether just starting or a seasoned gardener, feeling overwhelmed at the beginning of each growing season is relatively common. There’s so much to do! From planning our garden beds and starting our seeds to eventually transplanting them into the ground, there’s a lot to consider. Many people choose to buy seedlings from a local greenhouse…
April 12, 2019
Catherine Sherriffs

Pesticide Non-Toxic To Bees Coming To Gardens Near You

In what could be a breakthrough where important pollinators are concerned, one company is claiming to have created the very first bee-friendly pesticide. Organic Laboratories makes organic and earth-friendly gardening products. This spring, it will become the first company to market a pesticide labeled as non-toxic to bees. According to a press release from the…
April 10, 2019
Catherine Sherriffs

Featured Flower: Calendula

Its tall stems and vibrant yellow, orange, gold, or cream petals add beauty to any garden, but there is more to calendula than meets the eye. This incredibly versatile plant is a wonderful companion in the veggie patch and has been historically used for its many healing properties. An herbalist friend of mine (and Garden…
April 5, 2019
Catherine Sherriffs

To Eat Or Not To Eat? The Cleanest And Dirtiest Foods Of 2019

Rich in vitamins and antioxidants, kale has long been promoted as a superfood we should all be eating. Unfortunately, the leafy green has just joined a very naughty list of foods said to be coated in chemical residues. The “Dirty Dozen” is an annual rundown of the 12 most chemical-laced items in the produce aisle.…
April 3, 2019
Catherine Sherriffs

Recycling Lost Space To Grow Food

With the increasing urban sprawl, food to feed city dwellers must be produced far away from where it is consumed. Food must be transported to cities by air, rail or truck, generating significant amounts of pollutants and greenhouse gases. According to the Worldwatch Institute, the food that makes up a typical American plate must be transported an average of 1,500 miles before being eaten.
April 1, 2019
Albert Mondor

Flowers and Vegetables Make Perfect Garden Buddies

There is so much emphasis these days on growing our food that flowers are sometimes forgotten or pushed to the background on our properties. But consider this: flowers are one of the many organic ways of achieving a delicious edible garden that delivers fresh produce all growing season long. Many varieties are not only beautiful…
March 29, 2019
Catherine Sherriffs

Amazing All-Natural Technology Keeps Food Fresher Longer

Would you ever eat a piece of fruit or a vegetable that was 70 days old? For most of us, that’s a hard pass. But what if I told you there was an all-natural way to extend the life of our produce? According to the FAO, one-third (approximately 1.3 billion tonnes) of the food produced…
March 27, 2019
Catherine Sherriffs

Paul Newman’s Famous Watch Does The Environment Some Good

James Cox has felt an enormous weight of responsibility ever since selling his watch at auction a little over a year ago. He wants to care for others and do good things in the world, while also finding the right people with the drive and passion to inspire change. That’s no easy feat. A philanthropist with a keen interest in the environment, the foods we eat, and how we interact with nature, Cox doesn’t just blindly write cheques; he takes the time to make sure he’s doing it right.
March 25, 2019
Catherine Sherriffs

Poppies Blanket Californian Hillsides In Rare Super Bloom

Shades of purple, pink, orange, and yellow are blanketing Southern California’s desert hillsides, and people are rushing out in droves to see the poppies and other wildflowers before they disappear. An unusually wet winter in the area has brought about a rare event that many are calling the “super bloom.” Of course, other names are…
March 21, 2019
Catherine Sherriffs

Take Action On The First Annual Plant A Seed Day

For the first time, a national campaign takes place this week encouraging children, teachers, and families to invest in a greener, healthier future by planting a seed. The hope is that Plant a Seed Day will teach kids that growing real food is both powerful and essential. Launched by Kimbal Musk and Big Green, Plant…
March 19, 2019
Catherine Sherriffs

Seeds That Need An Early Start In The Growing Season

Fellow gardeners, the growing season is very near. By now, you’ve likely decided what you want to grow and have already selected your seeds. Gather your tools and roll up your sleeves, because it’s already time to give some of your future plants the start they need to flourish. The following are just some of…
March 15, 2019
Catherine Sherriffs