10 Creative Houseplant Containers

Jackie wrote:
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Adapted from Panty Hose, Hot Peppers, Tea Bags, and More–for the Garden by Yankee Magazine (Rodale Press, 2005).
Since ancient times, people […]

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A Simplified Look at Composting

Dee wrote:
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That of course is the general idea behind this article. There’s a lot of materials out there about composting and […]

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Gardener’s Hand Cream

Sanky wrote:
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Recipe Courtesy of Mountain Rose Herbs
The Sesame oil in this rich cream acts as a mild sunscreen, and the scent of Lavender is […]

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Basic Guide to Composting

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If you care about the environment, you will be in favor of the composting process. This concept is […]

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Making Your Own Herbal Vinegar

Peter wrote:
Be sure to grow some Herbs in your garden this season. Herbs smell good, are easy to grow, and add some fabulous flavors to many recipes and vinegar.
To Make Herbal Vinegar:
You will need :
A good quality vinegar of 5% or greater acidity.
Fresh cut Herbs.
Clean bottles and a cork that will fit.
Imagination.
Any size or […]

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5 Steps to a Lush and Healthy Lawn

Dee wrote:
Adapted from Organic Style magazine (Rodale Press, April 2004). http://www.care2.com/
You can have an Organic lawn that is lush and lovely, and there are so many reasons to go natural. Pesticides and herbicides are linked to neurotoxicity, birth defects, cancers, organ damage and more.
Find out five easy steps to maintaining a gorgeous, healthy lawn […]

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The Many Uses of Eucalyptus Oil

Eliza wrote:
HEAD COLDS FLU and CHEST CONGESTION
Pour 15-20 drops of Eucalyptus oil into a bowl of steaming hot water. Cover your head with a towel and inhale the vapors.
A personal steam vaporizer inhaler can also be used with smaller amounts of oil and water used.
Sprinkle a few drops onto a hankerchief and inhale to […]

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Spring Cleaning

Stephen wrote:
The pleasure of working in my garden is matched by the fulfillment I get from using my Herbs every day—for seasonings, Teas, tonics, and beautifully textured craft materials. I use many of the same Herbs, along with essential oils and other common supplies, in my everyday chores around the house, from scouring the […]

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Newspaper Mulch: A Safe, Easy Alternative

Jon wrote:
Newspaper is a cheap, abundant and useful mulch. And it’s safe. You can ignore outdated cautions about newsprint containing lead because newspapers got the lead out decades ago. And the amount of hydrocarbons in colored inks is insignificant.
As a mulch layer under a decorative material such as Bark chips or stones, newspaper smothers […]

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Ruby Red Romantic Herb Tea

Charisse wrote:
Adapted from Organic Body Care by Stephanie Tourles (Storey Publishing, 2007). http://www.care2.com/
There is only so much champagne one can drink on Valentine’s Day, but you can indulge in this bright, festive tea all night. And not only is this Ruby red hibiscus tea wonderfully romantic (and quite possibly aphrodisiacal) , but hibiscus […]

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Growing Your Own Herbs

Charisse wrote:
If you’re not the type of person that wants to spend their time managing an elaborate fruit or vegetable garden, you might consider planting and maintaining an herb garden. While the product might not seem as significant, you’ll still enjoy the constant availability of fresh,delicious Herbs to flavor your meals with.
First you’ll want […]

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Breathe Easy

Dee wrote:
When it comes to indoor air quality, what we can’t see can hurt us. Our ten easy tips for clearing the air
By Amelia Glynn - http://commonground…living_lead0801.html
We are what we breathe. And unfortunately, the air inside our homes isn’t always pretty.
The Environmental Protection Agency, which ranks poor indoor air quality among the top five […]

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Strong Relationships are Good for Your Health

Dee wrote:
You know that maintaining intimacy is important for your relationship with your partner. But did you know that it’s also good for your health?
Psychologists and researchers have discovered a number of benefits for people who experience intimacy in their committed relationships. In fact, closeness in relationships has been found to influence social, […]

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Recycle Your Christmas Tree

Stephen wrote:
Although taking down the tree isn’t nearly as fun as putting it up, you can recycle or reuse the tree and its branches.
Here are some tips.
Place the Christmas tree in the garden or backyard and use it as a bird feeder and sanctuary.
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Melt the Ice Safely

Dee wrote:
Inspired by Health & Environment Connection, a publication of LocalMotion - http://www.local-motion.org/ - http://www.
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Spicy Gifts for Yule

Dee wrote:
Start now making special herbal gifts and decorations with your own hands expressing holiday sentiments from your heart. We’ve searched far and wide and come up with a fine assortment of herbal ideas, recipes and crafts for you to select from.
Yule Time/Christmas Scent
3 sticks Cinnamon
3 Bay leaves
1/4 cup whole Cloves
1/2 Lemon
1/2 Orange
1 quart […]

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