The Allan Garden Conservatory is a free conservatory in midst of the "Garden District". Though it does show its age, it offers a respite from those commuting to and from work.
Read moreThere's a snake (plant) under my sink!
Snake plants (Sanseveria) may very well be some of the easiest plants to grow in the home. They are forgiving in lower light conditions, don't require a lot of watering, and their upright growth structure make them the perfect addition for placement in the home.
Read moreHow to build a vermicomposter for the home
Here are the steps to creating your own vermicomposter for your home.
Read more10 steps to setting up your worm bin
It's fairly easy to set up a worm bin and start vermicomposting (worm composting) in your apartment. Here are the steps to start.
Read moreHow I compost at home: Part III โ vermicomposting
Turns out my red wiggler (worms) are gardeners tooโjust look at what they're growing in my indoor worm bin! Can you identify the other food waste in there?
You might shy away from composting in the home because you have a perception that it's unsanitary, smelly, or just downright inconvenient. Let me dispel all your composting fears!
Read moreHow I compost at home: Part II โ bokashi
Bokashi is often categorized as a form of "composting", but it's more like pickling or fermenting your food waste. It has many benefits that outweigh composting, which you can learn about here.
Read moreQueen Compostโhow Laura Rosenshine composts in the city
Laura Rosenshine, founder of Common Ground Compost, takes us through the ins and outs of composting in the city.
Read moreHow I compost at home: Part I โ freeze it!
Some places make it easier to compost than others. Here's how I compost in Brooklyn.
Read moreVolunteer Park Conservatory, Seattle, WA
I would have missed Volunteer Park Conservatory if I did not ask friends and followers on Instagram for recommendations for best plant spots in Seattle. A conservatory that is not to be missed!
Read moreCan you recycle plastic planter pots?
If you buy a lot of plants, then you'll notice they often come in plastic planter pots. Here's what you can and can't recycle (at least in New York).
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