If you’re a gardener, chances are you know how rewarding growing your own food can be. Whether you run an at-home farm, tend to a small patch of blueberry bushes, or have an apartment window herb garden, you know how satisfying that harvest of something...
Holidays, birthdays, new school years, special occasions — they all tell us to shop, shop, shop. Not to mention trying to keep up with the Joneses and have the latest appliances, technology, interior designs, and fashion. Inevitably, we will all face that day where we look...
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With growing public awareness of climate changeand environmental issues in the headlines, it’s no wonder many Americans are trying to live more sustainable lifestyles. Most of us use more resources than we really need to, and we could stand to cut back without reducing our...
Feeding your lawn and gardens is an important part of plant health. Sure, you can go buy expensive fertilizers and apply them every so often, but did you know that you can make your own with very little effort? Store bought fertilizers are often synthetic...
Nature is often associated with calamity and peace of mind. A stroll through the park during times of stress can produce psychological benefits. A great way to get in touch with nature is to bring it indoors. Doing so can stimulate your senses and improve...
By David Wright. Bestpicko.com Formany years nobody considered the impact of plants as an indoor-purifier. Yes, the environment friendly role of plants is known since ages, but nobody imagined the extent to which plants can purify the air inside your living space. That was before NASA...
A recent survey conducted by The Bump found that 69% of people become more concerned about “going green” once they find out that they’re pregnant. The health of the planet is a growing concern for more people than ever, and when the health of the planet is...
It’s well known that washing your clothes requires energy and a lot of water. In fact, the average American household uses over 13,000 gallons of water a year to wash laundry alone. The energy consumption and water usage puts a strain on the environment —...
By Urban.com.au Downsizing to apartment-living is growing in popularity due to housing affordability and the attractive low-maintenance living on offer. The Australian Bureau of Statistics 2016 survey found there was around one occupied apartment for every five occupied houses in Australia, compared to one for every seven back...