Planting in somewhat shady areas
I am just beginning to plant things in pots, and have had some luck with things starting to grow... is that the area where I can keep my plants is somewhat shady. If I move them onto my patio, they're at the mercy
Aloe Vera the Miracle Plant
I rediscovered this plant this week -- it is awesome if not sweet.
At aloe-vera.org the site lists 10 reasons to use aloe vera:
Dental Health and Hygiene
Provides Rapid Soothing
Aids
Being around plants is good for aging!
Recent research shows that patients with a view of trees left the hospital one day sooner than those who had a view of a brick wall.
Gardening is proven to lower blood pressure and create an ov ...
My Favourite Plant/Flower
My favourite plant/flower is the Hydrangea. I have a large one in the back yard and another in the front garden. The one in the front is supposed to be blue but I don't think the soil is acidic enough
Early Spring Planting
We're rounding the corner toward the last days of winter. What does that mean? That means spring is on the way! I decided to look for some information about what to do to get ready and found some he ...
Plant patrol: Poison ivy, oak and sumac
that can last for up to two weeks. These pernicious plants thrive in summertime; in the Bay Area, poison oak seems to be the biggest threat. Sometimes it’s hard to spot these plants on a hike or mountain
Agave Necter
Agave is what tequilla is made out of. The necter is a sweet delicious syrup and is also a superfood because it is so nutritious. I like to pour it over raw chocolate and then blend it up with some
Splurge with Agave
You may have heard about agave, nature’s low glycemic sweetener (if not – seek it out!), now a company called Organic Nectars has come out with an agave gelato, which is receiving high scores
No Need To Eat Sugar!
. It is metabolized slowly so it does not cause energy highs and lows.
* Agave nectar is a natural juice extracted from agave, the same plant that's processed into tequila. Agave nectar does not cause dramatic
Basic Guide to Indoor Container Gardening
Although your indoor garden plants may require more of you in terms of planning and care, the reward of welcoming living plants into your home will far outweigh the challenges. A special word
