~ When we make a decision to grow our own fruit and vegetables, we still have a responsibility to the environment and the ecosystem that surrounds our property. One of the many reasons people chose to grow their own food is to attempt to lessen their carbon footprints on this planet. It is no secret… Continue reading 3 Ways To Improve Your Garden: Water, Natural Herbicides, and Compost
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Mother’s Day Invitation
~ Invitation to converse with Mother Earth on Mother's Day. No wonder we call Nature or Earth the “mother” when we consider how much she cares for us and nurtures us, and makes our very lives possible. Like our own mothers, Nature wishes we will do the right thing like she showed us. Today, why not have… Continue reading Mother’s Day Invitation
Lawn Care 101: Everything You Need To Know
~ The luscious green lawn is a welcome addition to any home. It really adds on to the exterior, house value and brings your entire garden into a new light. In fact, one of the keys to creating a magnificent garden is ensuring you get your lawn is in check first, then building and adding other… Continue reading Lawn Care 101: Everything You Need To Know
Juicing and Wellness
~ Juicing is a lifestyle choice. If you wish to feel alive, exuberant and face the day in your optimal condition, try hydrating your body cells, as your first step to wellness. The first juicer I experienced was 25 years ago in my parent's kitchen. Observing my Dad pressing juices was weird. I had no… Continue reading Juicing and Wellness
Happy Earth Day To all of Us.
~ Every single day, I am grateful to Earth, Nature, and Trees. Found this cute, funny and perfect on this special Earth day. Luda@PlantsandBeyond.com🌿 The images here do not belong to Luda @PlantsandBeyond.com ©PlantsandBeyond.com 🌱
Decorating Your Home With Flowers
~ Have you recently put your home on the market or planning to do so? If that is the case, there is no denying that you will want to do all in your power to sell your house quickly at a reasonable price. There are various ways you can do this, but one of the… Continue reading Decorating Your Home With Flowers
Aloe Vera Plant Benefits🌿
~ Ancient, but Well-known Medicinal Plant that belongs in everyone’s kitchen today. 🌷Reposting one of my very first posts. This miracle plant has been a staple of my morning routine and this article serves as a gentle reminder to continue on the healing plant-based life path. Native to Africa, Aloe Vera is a hardy succulent… Continue reading Aloe Vera Plant Benefits🌿
Plants Can Hear Animals Using Their Flowers
~ And they react to the buzzing of pollinators by sweetening their nectar. Friends, this incredible article, by Ed Yong left me in the state of awe and appreciation of the unseen. "The latest experiments in this niche but increasingly vocal field come from Lilach Hadany and Yossi Yovel at Tel Aviv University. In one set,… Continue reading Plants Can Hear Animals Using Their Flowers
The Little Touches Your Garden Is Missing
If you forget to focus on your garden this year, then you really will have your hands full once it gets unmanageable. You have this spacious back yard or wonderful front lawn in front of your home that could be used for inspiring new blooming natural landscape, but somehow instead of new growth, you find overgrown brambles… Continue reading The Little Touches Your Garden Is Missing
Geiko
~Geiko created entirely by echeveria succulent flowers at Minter Gardens, Vancouver. Inspiring and uplifting creation of nature and human's imagination. Here are the real, moving Florida lizards that greet us daily outside. Make it a very green and creative day, dear Friends. Luda@PlantsandBeyond🌿 The first image listed here does not belong to Luda @PlantsandBeyond.com, but the… Continue reading Geiko
Ready For Spring 🌷🌿
~ 🌷Happy Friday to all Friends. 🌷 Wishing you a colorful weekend with upcoming warm Spring in mind. 🌕 Now that the full moon took away all the uncertainty and high emotions, it's time to regroup, visualize and manifest the future aligned with your goals and purpose ✨🌸☀️🌸✨ Soar high and dream big🌟 Luda@PlantsandBeyond🌿 All photographs… Continue reading Ready For Spring 🌷🌿
Root Bound Porch Containers
~ Container Gardening adds so much color to your house appeal and your soul. Here is an example of an older creeping jenny plant that was purchased in the local nursery. The roots are all tight up and bundled together. Unfortunately, if the plant is not sold in time, the roots intertwine inside its original… Continue reading Root Bound Porch Containers
Florida Snow
~ Downey Jasmine is the closest we get to white snow in Florida State. There are about 200 species of jasmines which are all native to the Old World. Downy Jasmine, which is native to India, is a type of evergreen, branching vine that can be shaped as a shrub. It is a popular landscape… Continue reading Florida Snow
Creating A Lush Garden For Life
~ Having a lush garden could be fun and deeply satisfying for the soul. While your garden will certainly change depending on the season, what you are growing, and how much time you are investing in its maintenance will influence the daily interaction flow between you and your plants. Plants will thank you with their blooms… Continue reading Creating A Lush Garden For Life
New Year, New Garden Plans!
~ Right now, Spring seems so far away, but it will be here before you know it. Time does not wait for anyone. The seasonal cycle repeats itself every 365 days and perhaps this is the year your dream of having a garden will come to life. Finish procrastinating once and for all and really think about… Continue reading New Year, New Garden Plans!
