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
Protein Variety
protein sources. Animal products are high in protein, but also plant sources like beans, lentils, nuts...Do you eat a variety of proteins? Are you thinking that I mean a variety of meats? Actually you
The Right Proteins, Carbs and Vitamins Will Fuel Your Workout
Humans are omnivores, meaning that our systems are set up to digest a complex mix of plant and animal proteins, carbohydrates, fats, and other nutrients. While some of us choose not to eat meat
Myth Buster: Vegetarian food is low in protein
in proteins. However, this is not true. It is said that a proper vegetarian diet, that contains all the elements of the plant food, is one of the healthiest you can eat. The only condition is that it should
