Make the most of your wall space by adding a DIY vertical swing garden.
Read moreFullerton Arboretum, California
Whilst at Expo West, I took some time out of my day (and boy was it a hot day) to walk the paths of Fullerton Arboretum, which houses over 4,000 species of plants over 26 acres.
Read moreFrom trash to trellis
Another woman's trash can very well be another woman's treasure, which was the case for two trellises in my home.
Read moreMy birthday at the New York Botanical Gardens
The New York Botanical Garden is just a short train ride from Brooklyn and Manhattan. I typically take the Harlem Line train out of Grand Central Station to Botanical Garden Station.
Read moreThe farm on the roof
The Brooklyn Grange farm is one of the largest rooftop farms, harvesting 50,000 lbs of organically-grown vegetables per year across two of their farms. Here's how they do it.
Read more7 clever ways to reuse containers to grow plants
Just look to your kitchen for clever ways to create whimsical indoor gardens. Here are seven different ways I’ve upcycled containers to help satisfy my greenthumb at home while employing zero waste techniques.
Read moreFertilizing Houseplants 101
Fertilizing houseplants remains an enigma for many houseplant owners. It seems that not many of us choose to fertilize our plants, but after you read this post, you may change your mind, as fertilizers are integral for healthy houseplants!
Read moreWheat berry, chard, chickpea and butternut squash bowl
A hearty, warming whole grain bowl that is filled with flavor and texture. This is the epitome of inspired cooking.
Read moreCan you grow supermarket herbs at home?
Over the past number of years I've noticed a proliferation of herbs with roots that you can purchase at your supermarket, but are they the best to grow in your home?
Read moreHow to build a mason jar garden
A close-up on the mason jar garden. This entire garden cost under $50 to make, including plants, soil and materials like hose clamps. My dad brought mason jars from home, along with the wood.
The first DIY project that I ever built with my father was a mason jar garden. Here's how to do it!
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