Tag: gardening
10 Ways to Enjoy Nature – Even When You’re Busy
In today’s fast-moving world, many of us are busy, busy, busy. Work, school, family, and daily responsibilities...
All You Need to Know About Truffles – The Treasured Tuber of the Fungal Kingdom
Neither root nor mushroom, truffles are a fungal delicacy that has been enjoyed for thousands of years...
Heroes of Ancient China: Shennong, the ‘Father of Agriculture’
To appreciate the ancient character Shennong in modern times, we only need to recall the words of Mahatma...
For Powerful Traditional Remedies, Know and Grow Medicinal Herbs (M) Marjoram
To know marjoram is to love it. This tender perennial from the mint family is a joy to behold in the...
Indoor Plant Problems and Solutions – Controlling Mold in Potting Soil
Winter poses many challenges for gardeners. We take great measures to protect our precious plants through...
Vanilla – A Common Flavor With an Uncommon History
One of the world’s favorite flavors — vanilla — is so versatile and ubiquitous that its name has become...
For Powerful Traditional Remedies, Know and Grow Medicinal Herbs: (L) Lavender
Of the many medicinal herbs that begin with L, none has greater utility and lower maintenance than lovely...
13 Things You Need to Know About Chili Peppers
Indigenous to South and Central America, chili peppers were first cultivated in Mexico some 6,000 years...
For Powerful Traditional Remedies, Know and Grow Medicinal Herbs (K): Kumquat
Behold the kumquat: sweet, tart, adorable and growable. While it’s not exactly an herb, this little gem...
40+ Foods Aren’t What We Think They Are
When you enjoy a healthy snack of fresh fruit, nuts and/or whole grains, you're probably pretty confident...
Shrimp of the Woods – a Mysterious Mushroom With Untapped Utility
Oftentimes, if we are patient and receptive, the perfect solution to our problems comes naturally. This...
September is National Mushroom Month – Celebrate With a Fungal Adventure!
For over 30 years, Americans have acknowledged September as National Mushroom Month, celebrating the...