Did you know the reason why this unique plant is nicknamed “Air Plants”Β because they get the majority of their nutrients from the air? Their true name is Tillandsia. Although air plants used to be a rare greenery, these hardy plants have become popular in the past couple years, so you can find them atContinue reading “Taking care of Air Plants”
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Herbal Tea Garden
Our family is expanded our southern tea choices to a few herbal teas over the past few weeks. Herbal teas can come in a wide range of tastes and flavors and make a tempting alternative to sugary beverages or water. In addition to being delicious, some herbal teas have health-promoting properties. A tea gardenContinue reading “Herbal Tea Garden”
Gardening with Bees
During the spring and summer you will notice many bees in the flower gardens. Bees love Β bee balm, cosmos, Echinacea, snapdragons foxglove, and hosta in the summer. I have many of these flowers throughout my flower bed gardens. As for the fall season zinnias, sedum, asters, witch hazel and goldenrod are late bloomers thatContinue reading “Gardening with Bees”
Edible Succulents
Succulents plant are becoming trend stories and social-media posts everyday.Β They are becoming, a decorating staple in homes, restaurants, offices, and even dorm room decor. But did you know that a lot of common succulents can also be healthy and delicious additions to your dinner plate? Probably not the first thing that comes to mindContinue reading “Edible Succulents”
Pumpkin Seeds Benefits
The third Wednesday of October is National Pumpkin seed day! I love the season of autumn because you can create magical pumpkins and sip on hot apple cider while snacking on pumpkin seeds. Seeds, in general, are considered excellent sources of potassium, magnesium, and calcium. Pumpkin seeds are a good source of healthful oils, magnesium,Continue reading “Pumpkin Seeds Benefits”
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