Are you among the many who can’t get enough cashews? It’s easy to understand why. Cashews are not only a nutrient-dense and enjoyable snack, but they are also a great source of potassium, magnesium, phosphorus, manganese, selenium, and vitamin K. Is eating them every day justified by this, though?Much like most things, there can be … Read more
On the deathbed, before the final curtain falls, when the shadow of death looms large, people usually do a deep introspection. It is a moment when the day of daily existence quiets down and the murmur of existential reflections becomes more audible. During this time people think about life in general as well as their … Read more
For plant parents who are tired of growing houseplants in fifty different shades of green, coleus plants (Coleus scutellarioides) offer a much-needed break. With leaves displaying a variety of colors and patterns such as vivid red, royal purple, saffron yellow and more, these are the types of plants you decide to bring home immediately. beginners can … Read more
To keep your outdoors immaculate, you must win the weed war—a never-ending war against garden nuisances. Be prepared by learning about the top 12 culprits, from invasive crabgrass to stubborn dandelions. However, knowing the opposition is only one aspect of victory; Another is using strategic tactics. Whether it’s regular weeding, using organic pesticides, or creating … Read more
If, every spring, you find yourself cringing at the first clover that appears in your yard, you may want to rethink those pessimistic ideas. Just as there are many benefits to using ground cover plants to control weeds and improve aesthetics, clover has special benefits for your yard. We reached out to professionals in landscaping … Read more
A gregarious smaller relative of the chickadee is the tufted titmouse. Male and female nesting titmouses resemble each other almost completely, compared to some other bird pairs that mate. They typically have gray feathers on the head and back, a white throat and belly, and rust-colored feather streaks directly under the wings. Two other striking … Read more
If you find signs of mice or rats in the garage, you may already have a plan in place to get rid of them. Because of its strong odor, WD-40, a type of automotive lubricant, rust remover, and degreaser, is also an easy-to-use rodent deterrent. The next time you see mice or rats scurrying around … Read more
My husband, who is from the Bahamas, introduced me to the practice of using machetes in the garden. He grew up in his grandfather’s vast tropical garden, where he used a machete to cut sugarcane, crack open coconuts, and clear bushes. I took a really quick knife in my own garden. I find these multi-purpose, … Read more
A wild shrub with spiky showy flowers, it is usually the first plant gardeners notice growing in stands of vivid purple flowers along roadsides or in gardens. Unfortunately, a shrub with spiky showy flowers can be mistaken for Dame’s Rocket (Hesperis matronalis), a deceptive invasive plant. However, there’s a solid reason why flower enthusiasts are … Read more
With their quick, hasty escape and their strange tail pincers, earwigs can look like the stuff of absolute nightmares when they’re detected. However, many people prefer to get rid of visible earwigs as soon as possible, even though they are usually harmless if found in your home and won’t sink into your ears while you … Read more
