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
Anybody who wants to start doing organic farming or permaculture should really look into vermiculture (composting with worms). I recently bought Californian red worms which are great for processing organic material into liquid and castings called humus. The first thing I had to research was what to feed compositing worms. It is important to feed… Continue reading Free Things to Feed Composting Worms (and What to Avoid)
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
There are many varieties of Artemisia, experts are not sure on the exact number but it ranges between 200 and 400 species. The name of the genus comes from the Greek goddess Artemis. All varieties of artemisia are part of the daisy family called Asteraceae. Plants from this genus are native to many parts of… Continue reading Varieties of Artemisia Range from Ornamentals, Medicinal to Culinary Herbs
Cilantro is the Spanish word for coriander. Both names are commonly used to describe this herb, as well as Chinese parsley. Some countries call the leaves cilantro and the seeds coriander. Originally, it came from the Mediterranean, being cultivated in Greece since the second millennium BC. Coriander seeds were even found in Tutankhamun’s tomb. It… Continue reading Cilantro, What are its Benefits and Risks?
Dill (Anethum graveolens) is native to the eastern Mediterranean and Western Asia. It is part of the carrot family, just like parsley and celery. Most people are unaware that there are several varieties of dill and that they have different sizes and qualities. Read this article to figure out which is the best variety of… Continue reading 8 Varieties of Dill to Plant. Learn Which is Best for You.
