Integrating a birdhouse into your yard can offer numerous advantages, enriching both local avian life and the environment. By providing a secure refuge for birds to construct their nests, safe from harsh weather and predators, birdhouses attract these feathered creatures…
Our body perceives the continual changes between light and dark and responds accordingly. This includes the production of melatonin as the day comes to an end. This natural hormone helps regulate our circadian rhythm and is a key player in…
If toothpaste is designed to clean our teeth, then it’s probably already doing the job when it comes to cleaning our toothbrush too, right? Maybe not. Our mouths contain roughly 700 species of different germs, according to the National Institutes…
Jill Burrow/Pexels As eco-friendly lawns grow in popularity, horticulturalists are recommending alternatives to grass that require fewer resources and less maintenance. One of these is Carex, a bladed plant that thrives with less water, mowing, and fertilization than normal lawn…
The butterfly bush (Buddleja davidii) is a beautiful specimen that’s native to China, and it is a producer of exorbitant amounts of pollen that attract countless pollinators. While on the surface this might seem innocent enough, this bush is actually very invasive…
Black spot is a common disease that affects roses, causing black spots to appear on the leaves. It can be a frustrating problem for gardeners, but with proper management and treatment, it can be controlled and prevented. In this article,…
Sometimes, we need to do our own research before following the most recent hack on TikTok. While there are simple solutions to fixing erosion on a sloped lawn, one TikTok trend is actually putting people and our environment at risk. This…
When primary care physician Dr. Nora Lansen has an appointment with a patient, she wants to hear about much more than just the symptoms that brought them into her office or her virtual office on the Galileo app. Dr. Lansen…
Regardless of how beneficial spiders can be, very few people enjoy sharing their living space with arachnids. Because of this, there are a variety of strategies for removing them from the home, and one popular hack claims that geraniums (Pelargonium)…
If you’re looking to learn about caring for houseplants, the Weeping Fig Ficus Benjamina is a great option. This tree-like plant, affectionally known as the Weeping Fig, is a popular choice for indoor gardening. With its fine, green foliage and…