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How to make a drawbridge herb garden

March 28, 2017 Summer Rayne Oakes
The drawbridge herb garden cost about $1 to make, given that we used all found materials, or materials that we had already had.

The drawbridge herb garden cost about $1 to make, given that we used all found materials, or materials that we had already had.

An castoff Ikea shelf became the perfect piece of wood to make a convenient "drawbridge" herb garden above my kitchen sink. 

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In home, garden Tags diy, herb garden, drawbridge herb garden, herbs, home herb garden
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Farm One delivers unique herbs to your door

March 22, 2017 Summer Rayne Oakes
Rob Laing started small when it came to Farm One and he's thankful for that. Find out why below. Photo courtesy of: Farm One. 

Rob Laing started small when it came to Farm One and he's thankful for that. Find out why below. Photo courtesy of: Farm One. 

Farm One recently opened doors in the city to deliver rare and unique herbs to chefs and people's homes.

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In garden, food Tags Farm One, herbs, herb delivery NYC, hydroponics, hydroponic farm
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Nature Walk Manuel Antonio National Park, Costa Rica

March 21, 2017 Summer Rayne Oakes

Within just a short distance, you'll be able to see quite a large array of wildlife at Manuel Antonio National Park. Prepared to be amazed!

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In travel Tags Costa Rica, Manuel Antonio National Park, insects, Costa Rica insects
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Down and dirty: Repotting plants

March 20, 2017 Summer Rayne Oakes

Plants can often get too root-bound and would appreciate a little extra space to grow. Here are some considerations for repotting plants.

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In garden Tags repotting plants, plant repotting, plant pots, when to repot plants
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Is compostable cutlery and plates actually compostable?

March 15, 2017 Summer Rayne Oakes

Many of my favorite grab-and-go restaurants in the city, like Sweetgreen and Dig Inn, are using compostable serviceware, which begs the question: Can NYC compost compostable cutlery and plates?

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In food Tags compost, compostable plates, compostable serviceware, composting cutlery
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Night walk, Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica

March 14, 2017 Summer Rayne Oakes

If you are keen on seeing a range of wildlife in Costa Rica, then grab a guide, a headlamp, and head out to the forest. You'll be amazed at what you'll see! 

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In travel Tags Costa Rica night walk, Costa Rica, Manuel Antonio, insects, frogs, amphibians, Costa Rica insects, spiders
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5 amazing no-fail containers for houseplants

March 13, 2017 Summer Rayne Oakes

There are a number of planters that I've found work well in the home, particularly if you're looking to minimize your time watering plants!

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In garden Tags self-watering plant container, plant pots
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Si Como No Butterfly Garden, Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica

March 11, 2017 Summer Rayne Oakes

I've only been to a half dozen or so butterfly gardens in my life, but clearly one of the best is the one I went to in Manuel Antonio, which gets mad props for its butterfly collection as well as the therapeutic arrangement of its garden for people to enjoy a relaxing moment. 

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In travel, garden Tags butterfly garen, butterfly, Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica, butterflies, Si Como No
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Day and night nature walks, Uvita, Costa Rica

March 11, 2017 Summer Rayne Oakes

Whilst in Costa Rica, I took a short plant walk tour with botanist Sarah Wu and then skipped next door to Rancho de la Merced to do a night tour. What you see during the evening hours compared to the day, will astound you!

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In travel Tags Costa Rica, Costa Rica plants, nature walks, Uvita, Rancho La Merced, Costa Rica nature walks, Costa Rica night walk
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Spirogyra Butterfly Exhibit, Costa Rica

March 10, 2017 Summer Rayne Oakes

San Jose, Costa Rica can be a stressful city, but not too far from the city center, tucked away in a little alcove is a small but mighty butterfly garden that will give you some peace of mind. 

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In garden Tags butterfly garen, butterfly, butterflies, costa rica, garden, spirogyra butterfly garden
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