Saffron, the most popular of fall flowering crocus, also carries the distinction of bearing the world’s most expensive spice. Known as the quintessential spice in paella, and a component of...
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While researching topics to write about for our website I came across references to plants known as Brazelberries. Having never heard of them previously I was intrigued to investigate them further....
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Hopefully, you’ve taken pictures of your garden to share with friends and family this season. They...
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Red and purple sit next to each other on the color wheel which makes them an ideal pairing. They are both colors associated with royalty and they look perfectly regal when combined in a pot or...
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Our recipe this month features Basil, which we use to make Pesto. Pesto is a sauce with origins from Genoa, Italy. The name comes from the Genoese verb pesta (Italian: pestare), which means to...
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There is nothing like the taste of fresh fruit and vegetables but if you live in an apartment or high-rise condominium you may think that growing them yourself is just not possible. The reality is...
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Have you ever attempted to root a cutting of a plant in a glass of water? If you have then you’ve been experimenting with hydroponics and you may not even know it! Hydroponics is a form of...
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