As the days grow shorter and the temperature drops, the arrival of winter signals a season of change in our gardens and landscapes. One common practice during this time is clearing fallen leaves from lawns and gardens to maintain a tidy appearance. However, there’s a growing movement among gardeners and environmental enthusiasts to challenge this…
When it comes to landscaping your property, the choices you make can have a profound impact on the environment. One of the most eco-conscious decisions you can make is to plant native plants instead of non-native ones. Native plants are those that naturally occur in a specific region, while non-native plants are introduced from other…
Modern homesteading is a lifestyle and a set of practices that combine traditional principles of self-sufficiency with contemporary technologies and sustainable living practices. While the term “homesteading” historically referred to the process of establishing a home on land obtained through the Homestead Acts, today’s modern homesteading is often characterized by individuals or families pursuing a…
When most people think of dandelions, they envision those pesky weeds that pop up in their yards, uninvited and unwelcome. But what if I told you that dandelions are not just ordinary garden nuisances? They are, in fact, an incredible and often underappreciated gift from nature, offering a wide array of benefits to both our…
Orchids have a reputation for being very difficult to take care of, when in fact they are really easy. They do need some work at first but don’t fuss over them. They are hearty plants. One misconception is that orchids need to be planted in soil or moss and that they need to be watered…