There are more than 4,000 species of cockroaches worldwide. The most common species and the ones that you might see around your home are the German cockroaches, the American cockroach, …
Ginger (Zingiber officinale) is an amazing spice with a plethora of therapeutic benefits mostly due to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Ginger plants can grow up to three feet high and …
Besides adding interest to your home, indoor plants offer numerous health benefits. Research recommends that you benefit the most when you have one indoor potted plant per 100 square feet. …
You don’t have to sport a green thumb to grow chives (allium schoenoprasum), they are almost a fail-proof crop and will build up your confidence to grow a variety of …
Squash bugs are persistent and can bring devastation to crops. Although squash bugs get their name from their most desirous crop, squash, they can also rip apart a pumpkin crop …
Chamomile is a common group name for a number of plants that are similar in nature to daisies and in the Asteraceae family. This well-loved and very ancient herb has …
Now that summer is in full swing you may find yourself wanting to enjoy your outdoor spaces. Perhaps you like to swim, hike, garden, boat or just sit under a …
You may know cloves for their sweet and spicy aroma. These dried flower buds are from the evergreen Syzygium aromaticum tree. The word cloves come from the Latin word “clavus” …
Hydrosols, also referred to as “flower waters,” are made by distilling fresh leaves, fruits, flowers, and other plant materials. They’re the “baby” that’s derived from distilling aromatic materials like herbs …
Growing vegetables in raised beds offer an opportunity for just about anyone to provide some food for their family. Raised beds can either be created on the ground by piling …