Harnessing the Power of Cover Crops Within the world of farming and agriculture, there may be a few hidden gem secrets that typical gardeners are not aware of. Cover crops have materialized as a strong ally to farmers that offer multiple benefits for both the soil, animals, and the environment alike. Cover Crops enhance soil […]
Sullivan, T. [Photographer]. (n.d.). Flower Buds [Photograph]. Retrieved from StockSnap.io. What is a Scape? Garlic scapes are the curly, green shoots that emerge from hardneck garlic bulbs as they mature. These colorful tendrils, also known as garlic stems or garlic tops, are nature’s way of signaling the impending arrival of garlic bulbs. The scape emerges
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Background Medicinal Ever wonder how pharmaceutical companies found and invented medical products to relieve physical ailments? Nature. Natural remedies derive from plants and have been used by humans for thousands of years in ointments, tinctures, steeped in tea, and other methods. The catch is medicinal herbs do not always provide instant relief from ailments and
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Photo Credit: Douglas Shapero Fiber Containers Advantages Fiber pots are by far the most eco-friendly because they are biodegradable. Fiber is an excellent alternative to other containers for users who want organic options. There are several variations of fiber pots, such as cardboard, paper, and different non-woven kinds. Some fibrous materials, like cardboard and paper,
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History & Uses Containers for plants have existed for thousands of years. They have been used for decorative fashions, reducing the need to kneel or bend over and providing easy access for gathering flowers, herbs, vegetables, and other plants and trees. They can be used indoors and outdoors and placed in optimal locations for sun
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Questions Answered Mylar bags, what are they? Why can they be utilized as an alternative to glass jars? These are questions that will be answered during this blog. Material & History Mylar bags are derived from polyester resin and foil, creating a shiny side and a translucent or non-see-through thin plastic side. Some individuals prefer
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Definitions: Rhizome: is an underground plant stem that produces roots and shoots. Culm: a stem or stalk. Shoot: a young stem that is produced from a plant. Neck: a thick, underground stem that connects with other root systems. Subvariant: numerous forms of plants derived from the same variant. Trench: similar to a ditch, where it
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Background History Composting has been utilized in farming for thousands and thousands of years all the way back to B.C. when it was first recorded. Written on clay tablets, early civilizations that started farming would incorporate some form of animal manure or food waste into the soils. Early setters, in present day America, learned from
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Background Basil is a herb staple to have in your spice rack or fresh in your fridge. Did you know that there are roughly 50 to 150 different species of Basil? The most common are Sweet Basil, Small or Dwarf Basil, Purple-Leafed Basil, and Specialty (scented) Basil. It originated in Asia and Africa, and is
Background If you have ever wondered why your lavender dies so easily in the states, that is because it is originally a Mediteraean plant (some Mediteraean countries are Albania, Algeria, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Cyprus, Egypt, France, Greece, Israel, Italy, Lebanon, Morocco, Slovenia, Spain, Syria, Turkey). Most Mediteraean locations are on the dryer side, and
