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
Benefits of Chamomile Tea Reduces Anxiety Most people consume this tea of chamomile because of its calming properties, which reduce stress and anxiety. Chamomile increases melatonin and serotonin, two hormones that alleviate stress. This tea opens up the blood vessels and reduces inflammation, which cause headaches and intense pain if left untreated. It can also… Continue reading Chamomile Tea: 6 Powerful Benefits and 7 Practical Uses
April 22 celebrates Earth Day, as you might have noticed on social media. This year, during the coronavirus pandemic, it seems like the world came to a stop. Images and videos are being shared of how animals are thriving in cities and oceans. This gives people hope, at least they feel like they are quarantined… Continue reading 2020 Celebrates the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day
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
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)
