Get Your Victory Garden Growing With This Planner
There is no better time to start a garden than in a global pandemic. It’s a great excuse to go …
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How To Be A Plant Whisperer
Sometimes we spend too much time and money on activities for little reward. One thing we should all be doing more of is spending time with our plants.
Plants have an incredible knack of giving back what you have put in. Spend as little time with your plants as you can, and they will present you with pest, disease, and deficiency issues throughout their lives.
How You Can Celebrate The 50th Annual Earth Day
Fifty years ago today, 20 million Americans took to the streets to demand better for our planet. It was April …
Edible Weeds: Purslane Packs A Nutritious Punch
With the arrival of spring, it’s only a matter of time before weeds pop up everywhere. While many gardeners consider …
COVID-19: A Planetary Reset Button?
“May you live in interesting times” is a phrase I have read more lately than ever before. Said to be …
Looking For Seeds And Can’t Find Any? No Need To Panic
First, it was hand sanitizer. Then toilet paper. Then canned goods and other grocery items. Whether it was hoarding, not …
Gardening Brings Joy, Boosts Mental Health When We Need It Most
Whether a seasoned gardener or just beginning to learn the tricks of the trade, National Gardening Day (April 14th) is …
Diving For Treasure: The Ugly Truth About Dumpsters
In the dark of the night, Cameron Macleish grabs his flashlight and crate, ready to carry out his work. He …
Growing Purple Fruits And Vegetables In The Garden
The color purple is said to evoke many emotions, among them, peace, pride, creativity, and magic. It isn’t as common …
Feeding Cities with Urban Farms
We are currently witnessing one of the greatest migrations of all time as an imposing mass of people leaves rural …
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 …
Mugwort: A Magical and Medicinal Weed
Tall and robust with dark green lobes for leaves, mugwort, or Artemisia Vulgaris, is a weed that has many wonderful …
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 …
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 …
Growing: Good For The Mind
Researchers have been promoting the benefits of horticulture for years, as studies have repeatedly shown that the act of tending to plants can relieve stress and have an overall calming effect. Gardening is so good for the brain; it may even lower the risk of dementia!
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 …
Farm City USA: Regenerative Farming Grows Healthy People
What would it look like if a city dedicated itself to using agriculture to grow healthy people? It’s true; our …
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 …
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 …
The Foliar Frontier: Give Your Plants The Edge
Many growers are searching for nutrients that can give plants a certain edge. Is there something that can make them bigger, stronger and deliver higher yields? There are always new products and fertilizers on the market, but very few of them are original. The wheel is constantly being reinvented. If you want an edge in the world of growing, consider foliar feeding.