There are few gardening triumphs as flavorful as a fresh tomato. Although tomatoes are not particularly difficult to grow, it does take the right balance of nutrients, sunlight, and water to get the best harvest. Too much nitrogen in synthetic…
It’s not uncommon to want to reach for chocolate during moments of anxiety and stress. Not only is it sweet, creamy, and delicious, but science suggests there are powerful bioactive components in cocoa — namely its rich polyphenol content —…
Epiphytic plants, also known as epiphytes, are a large group of plants that grow upon other plants or objects for support, rather than in soil. The term “epiphytic” comes from the Greek words “epi,” meaning “upon,” and “phyton,” meaning “plant.”…
When it comes to vegetables, there are a lot of different types to choose from. Two that often get confused are broccoli rabe and broccolini. While they may look similar, they have some distinct differences that are worth exploring. Broccoli…
If you’re gardening on a budget or looking for a cost-effective way to fill a new hedge, bare-root plants are the solution you’ve been searching for. Bare-root hedges are young plants that have been lifted from the nursery without any…
The comfort foods you reach for to feel better when you’re stressed or anxious could be the same food that actually makes you feel worse overall. Highly processed foods are often loaded with fats, sugar, and refined carbohydrates (per Virginia…
What if we told you that there was one ingredient that holds the key to your garden’s health? An additive that could ensure your plants stand firmly rooted and vibrant. If you’re not using root starter in your garden, you…
The stresses and worries of the modern lifestyle — bills, technology, work, and other long-term stressors — can weigh heavy on the mind. Healthline reports that people are more stressed out today than they were before the turn of the century…
While most of us enjoy seeing the fruits –- and vegetables –- of our labor start to sprout after planting seeds, even on the best of days, planting can be back-breaking labor. Raking dirt, digging individual holes, planting — and…
It’s not uncommon to have an occasional night where you don’t get enough shut-eye. Between chaotic work schedules, household demands, and life stress, finding enough time each day to properly rest can seem like an impossible task. However, not getting…