In Des Moines, Iowa there is trouble brewing for agricultural farmers of all sizes. The claim? That water run-off from farms — even family sized farms — with drainage tiling cause water pollution. But, as most of life issues go, this one is not as simple as you’d think. Drainage […]
How does the Des Moines Water Lawsuit affect you?
Decorator uses Hens and chicks are a versatile succulent that can be used on its own or with other succulents to create a beautiful arrangement that’s easy to care for. They can be used as party favours, centerpieces, wall hangings, fillers for containers, and more. With all the versatility of […]
Hens and Chicks
Food for the Soul
The first time I heard about the Green Bronx Machine, it was through a powerful story on HorYou showing Stephen Ritz, founder of the Green Bronx Machine showing kids the value of vegetables, engaging them in gardening, and giving them a healthy alternative to junk food. My words can’t do […]
The Power of Urban Farming
Frost is the sign of renewal
It’s the first week of the New Year, and temperatures have dropped to the negative in Indiana. Even wearing layers of shirts and pants we had to turn on the space heater in the living room to keep the coldest parts of the night at bay. There is absolutely no […]
It’s January, but it’s not too early to start your ...
If you’re anything like most people, you’ll have “lose weight” at the top of your resolution list. At the most optimistic, 12% of you will keep that resolution, and at the most pessimistic — only 8%. Then, if you’re anything like me, you throw something out there so you can […]
Keep your weight loss resolution with gardening
The Complete Illustrated Guide to Farming by Philip Hasheider My rating: 3 of 5 stars While browsing through the library’s new books, I came across this gem: The Complete Illustrated Guide to Farming by Samantha Johnson and Philip Hasheider. I grew up on a farm, which was part ranch, so […]
The Complete Illustrated Guide to Farming {Resource Review}
You went out and bought a stunning pair of pots that match your scheme perfectly. Then, you get home and put them to the side to use some day. That some day is today. Containers are great because you can put them just about anywhere you want a pop of […]
Landscaping design with containers (pt 2 of 2)
A great many people do not have yards to frolic in, let alone a place to make their own garden. This is quite common in the cities where apartment complexes overrule the need for houses and yards in order to pack as many people in as possible. You’d think this […]
5 ways to work with small gardening spaces
More often than not if you’re in the city, a container garden is all you have. And, if you’re in the suburbs, using containers is also the way to go so you can move things about. In other words, containers are not just there for show. They are as practical […]
