Lindsay Sheehan

Lindsay is a freelance researcher and writer. Armed with a degree in philosophy and a passion for knowledge, she has spent the last 15 years analyzing primary sources to disseminate useful information for various publications online and in print.

Her true love, though, has always been nature and its awesome curative properties. She is particularly interested in evidence-based natural medicine, organic gardening, environmental sustainability, self-reliance, and zero waste living.

When not at the writing desk, Lindsay enjoys taking long walks in the wilderness, reading science fiction, tending her ever-expanding garden, and snuggling up with her two orange tabbies.

10 Gorgeous Plants For A Vibrant Display Of Autumn Colors

As summer draws to a close and the spectacular blooms and colors of the vernal garden begin to fade, there are still plenty of opportunities to capture the unique beauty …

9 Things Everyone Thinks You Can't Compost, But You Can!

9 Things Everyone Thinks You Can’t Compost, But You Can!

As far as green living goes, composting organic waste is about as earth-friendly as it gets. If you’ve been composting for a while now, you’re likely aware of the long …

10 Brilliant But Simple Ways to Green Up Your Kitchen

10 Brilliant But Simple Ways to Green Up Your Kitchen

As the heart of any home, the kitchen tends to be a place of congregation. It’s where we cook our meals, enjoy our food, and chat about our days. Making …

5 Surprising Ways To Use Pine Cones In The Garden

5 Surprising Ways To Use Pine Cones In The Garden

Found en mass on the forest floor, pine cones are abundant and easy to source no matter the time of year. T hese little woody things come in all sorts …

How To Grow Rhubarb + 15 Ways To Use It

How To Grow Rhubarb + 15 Ways To Use It

Known for its sour crimson stalks, rhubarb (Rheum × hybridum) is a perennial plant with a long history of use. Though its origins as a culinary cultivar are unknown, rhubarb …

How To Grow Watercress: The Most Nutrient Dense Food On The Planet

Native to Europe and Asia, watercress (Nasturtium officinale) is a perennial semi-aquatic plant within the mustard family. Bearing small rounded leaves on a hollow stem, it has been naturalized in …

20 Cut & Come Again Veggies For Endless Harvests

20 Cut & Come Again Veggies For An Endless Supply Of Free Food

People who reside in places with a shorter growing season have come up with many clever ways to extend the harvest –from row covers to cold frames to greenhouses. Succession …

12 Most Nutrient Dense Vegetables To Grow This Year

12 Most Nutrient Dense Foods You Can Grow At Home

Store bought produce isn’t as nutritious as it used to be. Showing a steady decline since the 1950s, modern farming practices have valued the size, yield, growth rate, and pest …

How To Grow Sweet Corn At Home + 8 Ways To Use It

How To Grow Sweet Corn At Home + 8 Ways To Use It

Corn – technically maize (Zea mays) – was first domesticated by indigenous peoples of southern Mexico some 10,000 years ago. A product of human intervention, corn as we know it …

4 Reasons To Grow Native Plants

4 Reasons To Grow Native Plants

Many gardens in North America feature a glorious display of plants that come from all over the world. These beauties may be exotic and the envy of your neighbors, but …