The term might throw you for a loop at first, but ‘foodscaping’ is a relatively simple concept that anyone can incorporate into their yard. At its core, foodscaping is an alternative to typical suburban lawns that uses edible plants to…
If reminiscing on your childhood doesn’t bring up memories of playing with dandelions (Taraxacum officinale), did you ever spend time outside? These plants, officially classified as weeds, brought us a lot of joy. It wasn’t until we grew up that…
Back in the late 1600s to the mid-1850s, having a beautiful flower garden showcased your house; such fragrant, bright-colored spaces were often placed near the most important rooms so the view remained lovely for any guests you entertained there, according…
Experiencing a bee sting can be pretty unbearable. However, nature offers a straightforward solution to alleviate this discomfort — a piece of onion. Using an onion for this purpose is a straightforward process. First, slice a few chunks of onion,…
Microdosing psychedelics is gaining popularity and you’ll likely find the word buzzing around. People are curious about the term “microdosing,” its potential benefits, and its safety. The premise is simple — microdosing is when you take a tiny dose of…
Transplanting roses is a common practice among gardeners to give their flowers a fresh start or to move them to a more suitable location. Whether it’s due to the poor condition of the current area, limited sunlight, or the need…
Let’s face it. Weeding isn’t at the top of most gardeners’ favorite gardening task lists, and we’d all love to know the best ways to get rid of weeds in the garden. The less physical weeding we have to do…
It’s not necessarily hard to walk around your property and spot trees with damaged or diseased limbs that need care. Yet, not all problems with trees are easy to spot, and even when it is obvious, you may not be…
The snooze button can be so tempting. When you hear your alarm go off in the morning, it’s so easy to press that button and drift back off. However, that extra 10 minutes you’re getting is a light sleep, and…
There are many benefits of having bird feeders in your yard. Spying robins, chickadees, cardinals, and orioles filling up at close range is a delight. However, you may not enjoy the same variety of species if blue jays (Cyanocitta cristata)…