Container gardening has benefits for everyone. It doesn’t matter if you’re a seasoned pro with a large yard, or you live in an urban area with only a window sill, you can grow plants in your leftover containers! Container gardening offers the freedom and flexibility to grow many different types of vegetables, herbs, and flowers […]
When the weather warms up, many of us head outside to enjoy it! Whether you prefer the beach, hiking trails, or lounging around on the deck, wherever you go, the bugs are sure to follow. There are many natural products on the market designed to prevent bug bites, but nothing is effective 100% of the […]
We are fast approaching spring. Depending on where you are reading this, the sun may already be shining and the temperatures are hitting the upper 60s or even the 70s! After a year of quarantine, many of us are finally in the position to start making plans for activities outside the home under the advisement […]
Basil essential oil is a common and popular essential oil, long used in applications ranging from aromatherapy to natural and complementary medicine. Basil leaves are easy to find at the grocery store or to grow at home. Dried, sweet basil leaves can add a warm, aromatic, and fragrant scent and flavor to all manner of […]
Due to industrial farming practices and the sunny climate of California and Mexico, you can often find produce year-round at your local grocer. However, we all know that some of our favorite fruits and vegetables are only at their best during the warmer months and when grown nearby. Don’t believe us? Just sink your teeth […]
With summer in full swing, staying active can be challenging. Other than the global health pandemic, there is also an ongoing heatwave across much of North America with no sign of it letting up anytime soon. With the heat comes several health concerns. Yes, you should be applying zinc oxide sunscreen regularly and paying attention […]
Gardeners’ hands go through a lot. It’s not just the dirt-caked beneath fingernails, but also the callouses from digging and wedding, and the dry and cracked skin from the sun. Gardening gloves can help to protect the skin, but to treat your hands well, you may want to go DIY and whip up your homemade […]
Putting together you own window sill herb garden kit is a great way to enjoy fresh herbs year round.A window sill herb garden is the perfect home gardener project for those who have graduated from home gardening 101 (this is you if you’ve ever managed to keep a house plant alive for more than 6 […]
The skin is your body’s largest organ. It shows age and damage in a way that is perceptible to everyone you meet. When our health suffers, it’s the skin that reveals our inner state more reliably than any other visual factor. For all these reasons, it’s important to take care of our skin. And even […]
When spring comes, trees bud and flowers bloom. But what’s great for making the world go round can be a doozy on the allergies! There are over-the-counter allergy medicines that have stood the test of time. However, what your body really craves for sinus challenges are fresh herbs. Thankfully there are nasal sprays with the […]
