Summary: A quick dive into rosemary’s history, how to grow it, and some of its powerhouse medicinal uses. Table of Contents What is Rosemary? Rosemary is an evergreen perennial shrub that grows year-round, year after year. You’ve probably smelled it before—super piney and fragrant. It looks a bit like pine too, but surprise! It’s actually … Read more
Summary Finding inner peace in this chaotic world can be difficult. We are constantly being pulled back and forth between different ideas, issues, and tasks, sometimes pulling our attention away from what really matters in life—inner peace. What is inner peace, and how can we cultivate it? I’ve been on the journey to figure that … Read more
Summary Ever get so overwhelmed or engulfed in your thoughts that you completely forget what you did yesterday OR even this morning? What if I told you that this is a natural stress response where your brain goes on autopilot in order to “make space” for all the thoughts going on in your head? There’s … Read more
Summary Have you ever looked at your tiny balcony and thought, “Can I really grow a garden here?” Well, the answer is a resounding YES! This post is all about how I transformed my apartment balcony into a thriving container garden. I’ll share the ups, downs, and a few sideways turns I took to make … Read more
Summary Quick overview of oregano, its history, and most common uses. Learn how to best grow oregano with an infographic covering soil, containers, fertilizer, sun, water, pests, and pruning/harvesting. Table of Contents What is Oregano? Oregano is a woody, herbaceous plant in the mint family and probably one of the most widely used herbs in … Read more
Summary Learn to grow your own beans using containers. This will be an overview of the two categories of beans, along with everything you need to know about growing beans, varieties that are good for small spaces, and a step-by-step guide on sowing your beans. Table Of Contents Pole Beans vs Bush Beans I was … Read more
Summary If you’ve ever found yourself staring at a bunch of leftover herbs in your fridge, wondering how to save them before they turn into a slimy mess, this guide is for you. Growing herbs from scraps is not only ridiculously easy, but it also gives you a mini herb garden for those moments when … Read more
Summary Plants can be grown and multiplied for free by propagating via the cutting method. Most plants can be propagated using this method, and it’s super easy to do. We’ll discuss what clippings are, and the types of clippings you need, and provide steps on how to properly collect clippings and root them. Table of … Read more
Summary Have you ever tried to grow a tomato plant that you bought from the big box garden centers only to end up disappointed when the plant died? Chances are, this was because you got a variety of tomatoes that don’t do well in your grow zone. Grow zones are vital to what a gardener … Read more
Summary Ever thought about turning your tiny balcony or small patio into a lush green oasis? This post will walk you through different ways to garden in small spaces using creative containers. From vertical gardening to recycled plastics, I’ll break down all the methods you can use to grow your own food—even if you’re working … Read more
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