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African violets in cast iron stand we bought at garage sale. Bob Ewing photo70

Indoor Plant Stands

Houseplants bring colour and life to your home. They can be placed in any room as long as the individual needs of the plants are met (water, air circulation) and cold drafts are avoided. Many houseplants...

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Five Great Gifts For Nature Lovers

Buying someone else a gift can be quite a chore. It does become simpler if you know that person and know what she or he likes; for example, what hobbies and interests the person has; this information can...

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How do I start an avocado tree from the pit? Mine NEVER grow!

Guacamole is a very tasty dish but you cannot make it without avocados; but you can grow your own avocados starting right in your kitchen or any room with a spot for a glass of water and some sunlight. ...

54 comments    water gardening fruit
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What kind of trees are the best to have around your house?

I am a big fan of trees, not only for the many benefits they provide us with, nut just for themselves. I can sit and watch a tree and unwind as my mind clears. If you are looking to purchase a tree...

16 comments    home garden trees
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Growing Cacti and Succulents as Houseplants

We often hear about curb appeal when a discussion about selling or buying a new home is underway but often the discussion stops at the front door. If you truly want to impress a potential buyer you will see...

9 comments    home water ebay
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How to Incorporate Vegetables into Your Landscape Design

A tomato is a thing of beauty and it just seems wrong to not consider that when designing your landscape. Vegetables can be combined with ornamental and edible flowers, as well as herbs to create magnificent...

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How To Mulch Your Garden

Adding mulch to your garden beds is an effective way to conserve water, reduce weeding and enhance your garden’s fertility. Some people use decorative mulch such as stone or wood chips for the decorative...

15 comments    advice home water
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How to Make Penicillin and Other Home Experiments

Let food be your medicine and medicine your food is a saying that we would do well to give some deep thought. Hippocrates was certainly onto something. A saying that I use is “Let Nature Be Your...

16 comments    home education make
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Harvesting and Eating Dandelions

They grow everywhere or so it seems, you do not have to tend them, water them or feed them, all you need to do is appreciate them and harvest them. Then enjoy them as wine, tea, in a salad or deep fried as...

35 comments    food recipe eating
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Peanut Butter Recall

Peanut butter is a common food that is found in households across North America. It is a food source that is recommended for diabetic. I eat a teaspoon of peanut now and then when I am feeling a bit hungry...

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