Of all the seeds I have ever placed in the ground, sunflower seeds are the most likely to produce, survive, and develop into astounding gorgeousness. They are reliable, edible, and beautiful. I prefer the giant sunflower varieties like Mammoth Russian and Mammoth Grey. This year’s favourite variety is Lemon Queen Organic Heirloom from Botanical Interests. Just […]
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How to Compost in the City
City and suburban composting is definitely possible. All you need is a small yard area or even a balcony space. Add rain-barrels (like his one -affiliate link) and a small compost bin and you are all set. Making new soil is easy to do in this small space. To help beautify the area a bit, […]
What Is The Difference Between Organic, Heirloom, Hybrid, and GMO?
Sometimes the massive amount of labeling and non-GMO-labeling and plants and seeds and EVERYTHING in the green shopping market is one giant hot mess. Some mad scientist has opened up a can o’ whoopass on us throwing in a drama cocktail which has all the subtlety of a reality T.V show like Hell’s Kitchen combined […]
How to Build a Vertical Living Wall Garden
I was lucky enough to speak with the lovely and garden savvy, Shawna Coronado on a few occasions. She oozes green, and has the most wonderful and upbeat personality. You can’t help, but love her! A few weeks ago she shared “How to Plant a Sustainable Front Lawn Veggie Garden,” and now I am very […]
Planting a Sustainable Front Lawn Veggie Garden
I was lucky enough to speak with the lovely and garden savvy, Shawna Coronado this past week-end. She oozes green, and has the most wonderful and upbeat personality. You can’t help, but love her! I am very excited to have her share her knowledge on how she planted a sustainable front lawn vegetable garden, and […]
5 Ways to Conserve Water While Gardening
When it comes to gardening, I most definitely do not have a green thumb. You would think with all my green talk that I would. I know- shocking! A few months ago, I saved a Poinsettia from dying in a landfill and let’s just say it will be spending the remainder of it’s time in […]