GARDENING
For Powerful Traditional Remedies, Know and Grow Medicinal Herbs (I) Indigos
Indigo is not only a color, but also a subject of much botanical interest. Best known as a source of...
Japanese Knotweed – An Incredibly Invasive Plant With a Remarkable Range of Utility
As a natural pioneer of the inhospitable slopes of volcanoes, Japanese Knotweed is almost impossible...
Mycoculture Made Easy – How to Grow Delicious Mushrooms in a Bucket!
Ever since my sunny CSA was replaced by our shady backyard nearly 10 years ago, I’ve been dabbling in...
The Fascinating Process Behind the Beauty of Natural Fibers (Part VIII): Pineapple
In our exploration of natural fibers we again return to South America to visit another dual-purpose crop...
For Powerful Traditional Remedies, Know and Grow Medicinal Herbs (F) Feverfew
Sprightly and tenacious, feverfew is a member of the world’s largest and most diverse plant family —...
Seasonal Eating for March, and Growing Your Own Food
In this 12-part series on seasonal eating, we have meandered our way through the months, looking at many...
Sensible Solutions for Stink Bugs and Other Winter Pests
As winter closes in around us, the flu is not the only bug we might be warding off. A host of insects...
For Powerful Traditional Remedies, Know and Grow Medicinal Herbs (E) Echinacea
Echinacea, or purple coneflower, is well known for its immune-boosting abilities. After gaining popularity...
How to Help Migrating Hummingbirds on Their Arduous Journeys
As gardens across America go dormant for the winter, many of our feathered friends have made their annual...
