Anyone who’s spent time outdoors knows how much it can benefit you. Being surrounded by natural beauty from dusk until dawn has been shown to calm your mind, lower your stress levels and even increase your life expectancy. But the benefits of being out in nature don’t end with just giving you a break from […]
With the growing number of new gadgets and gizmos introduced into the gardening space on a regular basis, it becomes difficult to keep track of them all. This is especially true if you’re just getting started or have a limited budget for new gardening tools. But fear not! There are some great innovations that can […]
Many communities across the country have recognized that they need to take a more active role in their own quality of life. Urban farming and urban gardening are one ways that many cities are addressing this need. These practices not only provide fresh produce for local residents, but they also have a positive impact on […]
Getting outside and spending time in natural surroundings is a great way to relax, reset, and improve your mental health. Just looking at a beautiful vista or listening to an outdoor NPR program can have a positive effect on your mood. That’s because exposure to natural elements — like the smell of soil, the sound […]
The beautiful and bizarre world of trees is filled with colours you might never have seen before. You might even think that trees are just monochromatic in their colour scheme. But, believe it or not, there are many shades of green among different types of trees. The reason for this lies in the chemical pigments […]
