If you’ve ever grown zucchini in your garden, you know how prolific these plants can be. They seem to thrive in almost any soil and climate, producing an abundance of delicious squash. However, to maintain the health and productivity of…
It is a lot of work to maintain a lush and vibrant lawn. The seemingly simple foliage requires watering, weeding, fertilizing, pest control, and, worst of all – mowing. Whether you have a fancy ride-on lawn mower or a trusty…
Even the most novice composters have heard of the usual ingredients for the typical heap, like coffee grounds, kitchen scraps, and egg shells. Gardeners who are looking to level up the compost bin should look no further than their own…
On March 11, 2024, the director-general of the World Health Organization (WHO), Dr.Tedros Ghebreyesus, declared COVID-19 a global pandemic (via WHO). In the months since, the entire world has been taken on a rollercoaster ride of stay-at-home orders, quarantine and…
Physical hygiene is something most of us are all too familiar with. But what about mental hygiene? Just like there are ways to keep our physical health in tip-top shape, there are ways to keep our mental health functioning properly,…
Your mental health plays a role in your overall well being and can drastically impact your ability to function effectively from day to day. In fact, when your mood isn’t right, it can throw off the tone and feel of…
There are various things to know before you plant lavender, including what plants you might want to grow beside it to help it survive and thrive in your garden. One of these, Sage, is a companion plant that your lavender will surely love…
Sleep deficiency has been declared a global public health epidemic (via Healthcare). According to the American Sleep Apnea Association, 50 to 70 million Americans have trouble sleeping, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that one in three adults…
Refrigerator odors have long been banished by a simple orange box. Ask your mom, grandpa, cousin, best friend, or neighbor – there’s a good chance they will all advise you to keep baking soda in your fridge to keep the…
Alternatives to traditional turf grass lawns are gaining popularity. More natural, eco-friendly ground covers, like clover, require less work and resources – including fertilizer – to stay green and lush from spring through fall. In fact, clover is a nitrogen-fixer, which…
