What Does CBD Do to You?
The 2018 Farm Bill was a game changer in the world of cannabis. Prior to the signing of the bill, all aspects of the plant had been illegal at a federal level. However, the bill legalized hemp in the United…
March 1, 2021
Microgreens vs. Sprouts
During the cold, bleak days of winter nothing is more welcome than the fresh, crisp taste of greens and sprouts. The tasty little morsels are easy to grow whether you live in a house or an apartment. Nowadays, people seem…
February 22, 2021
Pine straw vs mulch
Mulch and pine straw are the crowning glory of any landscape. They both help showcase the plants while providing protection and definition to the entire garden. Both types also provide a bevy of valuable services such as keeping weeds at…
February 15, 2021
Growing mushrooms from coffee grounds
Do you look forward to a piping cup of hot coffee every morning to kickstart your day? Without a doubt, the caffeine laden brew is a favorite beverage in the United States. However, did you know that you can successfully…
February 8, 2021
Mushroom Health Benefits
Nowadays, many do not value mushrooms but for thousands of years they have been a standard in traditional and folk medicines. They offer a variety of healing and cleansing properties. Virtually all variants have varying levels of polysaccharides, indoles, carotenoids,…
February 1, 2021
All About Micro-Farms
A micro-farm is a small sustainable farm that requires extraordinarily little land to flourish. The minuscule farm is usually under five acres in urban or suburban areas. In many cities, zoning restrictions and strict size limits have forced would-be urban…
January 25, 2021
Ginger Tea Lemon Benefits
The ginger plant is native to China and has been favored for its medicinal qualities for centuries. Many people use it to calm an upset stomach, ease nausea, soothe seasickness, and bring relief to women suffering from morning sickness. One…
January 18, 2021
What is Photosynthesis?
Virtually all the life found on Earth needs the process of photosynthesis to survive. The process is carried out by all plants, algae, and even some forms of bacteria. The term ‘photosynthesis’ refers to the ability to capture the sunlight’s…
January 11, 2021
When to Prune Hydrangeas
Pruning hydrangeas is both complex and confusing. Some require spring pruning and others need cut back in the late winter. Knowing when to prune hydrangeas has become a dilemma for many gardeners. Interestingly, you should not feel an urgency to…
January 4, 2021
Fruits That Grow in the Winter
When the days become shorter, you might think that the gardening season has ended but there are quite a few fruits that grow in the winter. However, your green thumb does not have to hibernate. You can garden in cold…
December 28, 2020
