Throughout the years I have had plenty of problems with termites. They have eaten the wooden beams of my farm in Pedasi and the majority of my rental house in Diablo. During quarantine I was stranded in Panama City, so I moved into one of my Airbnbs in Casco Viejo. To my surprise, I saw… Continue reading 10 Effective Ways Treat to Termites Naturally
The scientific name of Roman chamomile is Chamaemelum Nobile, however, it is commonly called English, Russian or garden chamomile. It is native to western Europe and its the true chamomile. This type of chamomile has as finely divided green gray leaves that resemble that of parsley, being thicker than the leaves of German chamomile. It… Continue reading Roman Chamomile Attracts Beneficial Insects to your Garden
Nettle is a plant known by several names including nettle leaf, common nettle and stinging nettle. Its botanical name is urtica dioica. Originally, this plant is native to Europe, western North Africa and temperate Asia. But now a days it can be found pretty much anywhere in the world. What is Nettle? There are six… Continue reading Should you Grow Nettle on Purpose?
Black cohosh is one of the best herbal remedies for women. This medicinal plant can treat pre-menopausal and menopausal symptoms, as well as help with fertility issues and induce labor at the end of pregnancy. This herb can also help with vertigo, night sweats, sleep disturbances, nervousness and irritability. Why not grow black cohosh at… Continue reading Grow Black Cohosh to Harvest its Medicinal Roots
Getting rid of mealybugs takes patience, because you may have to repeat treatment for several weeks depending on the size of the infestation. These little pests look like your plant was covered in white fluffy cotton. These bugs can come from anywhere, including new plants or contaminated soil. They can even come from produce or… Continue reading What are Mealybugs, the Cotton Looking Pest
Red clover can grow in most places, except in very cold climates. Those in the United States can plant it in Zone 4 and warmer. This plant is native in Europe, Africa and Western Asia, but now can be found elsewhere including Argentina and Chile. It grows best in places where the summers are not… Continue reading Red Clover is an Unbelievable Nitrogen Fixer
Blessed Thistle (Carduus benedicta or Cnicus benedictus) is also known as holy thistle, Benedict’s thistle, bitter thistle, cardo santo, lady’s thistle and other names. Its scientific name “Benedictus” is Latin for blessed, since this plant has a reputation of being able to cure it all. The curative properties were considered to be a gift from… Continue reading Grow Blessed Thistle for its Beautiful Yellow and Red Flower Crown of Thorns
