Listening to birdsong and taking a walk are among the other ideas being suggested to patients. It is hoped it could help tackle a range of conditions such as high blood pressure and anxiety. It has been trialled at the Scalloway surgery, and is now being rolled out to all 10 GP Read more…
From the spring through early summer and again in the fall, dandelions pop up all over our lawn – but they’re usually weed-whacked away like unwanted pests. What many don’t realize is that they’re destroying a medicinal powerhouse that their bodies often need. In France, a centuries-old heritage of herbalism plays a Read more…
Spring and summer are the best seasons to get outside and enjoy your garden. Whether you’re a seasoned green-fingered professional or a gardening beginner, it’s always enjoyable to potter around in your outside space. To provide a digital helping hand for all your gardening needs, GardenBuildingsDirect.co.uk has put together a list of the Read more…
There are plants which can really enhance the energy flow, purify the air, and create a sense of peace, relaxation, wellbeing, and happiness. The elimination of negative energy will reduce stress, improve health, and help you experience joyful moments. 1. Peace Lily This plant brings spiritual, mental, and physical prosperity. Read more…
Did you know that removing unhealthy leaves from tomato plants can make your plant healthier and produce more tomatoes? In this video, a farm to table chef explains exactly how to easily remove leaves from tomato plants and have tomatoes galore. When removing leaves, select leaves that are spotted, yellow, dry, or Read more…
1. Starting with the wrong varieties Start by trying to grow fresh basil. It is the perfect trainer herb. First, basil grows quickly, allowing you to observe the effects of your care more easily. Second, basil leaves wilt visibly when not watered enough, but recovers well if you water the Read more…
1. How to fertilize a lemon tree? Fertilize young lemon trees once every 1-2 months during their active growing phase and once every 1-3 months during the fall and winter when the tree is dormant. Older trees do not need to be fertilized when they are dormant, but fertilizing lemon Read more…
Dichotomous key A dichotomous key is guide, sort of like a map of characteristics, to lead the user to the correct identification of the plant. The word dichotomous comes from two Greek words that mean divide in two parts. To make a dichotomous key you will choose physical characteristics that can be used to Read more…
Why are my fig leaves turning yellow? If you own a fig tree, yellow leaves will be a concern at some point in its life. Questions about yellow fig leaves show up every year on every gardening site and the answers often seem to contradict each other. But, if you Read more…
Reusing and recycling materials in the garden 1. I use an old plastic mesh bag to round up leftover slivers of soap. I rubber-band the bag so it’s tight and hang it next to the hose. The combo of the slightly abrasive bag and the soap scrubs off garden dirt. — Irene, Washington Read more…