If you’re into gardening, you know that composting is a great way to recycle organic waste and feed your plants with nutrient-rich soil. But what about tomatoes? Can you compost them? The short answer is yes, you can compost tomatoes,…
Tomato blight is a common problem that many gardeners face when growing their own tomatoes. Blight is a botanical disease caused by various pathogens, often spread through wind, watering, and touch. If not treated, it can be deadly for tomato…
As you grab that second cup of coffee and head out the door, your perky neighbor waves as he comes back from walking the dog. He doesn’t have coffee, but he seems to have more energy. According to WebMD, that…
You’ve already crawled into bed when you remember that you didn’t take out your contacts. It can’t make that much difference to sleep in them, can it? Just this once? According to science, though, it actually can make a big…
Sleep is essential to our health, both mental and physical. Doctors have been clear on this point for years. But knowing that you need to get good sleep and understanding what, exactly, good sleep consists of are two different things.…
The Common Juniper, also known as Juniperus communis, is a species of woody plants from the Juniper family. It is a small evergreen shrub that can grow up to 10 feet in height. The leaves of the Common Juniper are…
When anxiety hits, it hits hard. If you’ve ever felt like your whole world was ending in a matter of minutes, you know what we’re talking about. An anxiety attack can last anywhere from a few minutes or a few…
Goldenrod, scientifically known as Solidago, is a genus of flowering plants that belongs to the Asteraceae family. These plants are generally considered to be good for gardens as they are attractive, easy to grow, and have several medicinal benefits. Goldenrod…
It’s been a sad thought for many fans of the buffet-style chain restaurant Sweet Tomatoes – what would happen if they never opened their doors again? It looks like that might not be the case after all. The parent company…
Our mood can be greatly affected by a number of factors from one day to the next. A heartfelt hug might leave us feeling all warm and fuzzy inside, but stubbing your toe while rolling out of bed first thing…