What to do with Coffee grounds? Put coffee grounds in the garden? Does adding used grounds from your morning coffee to your garden soil help or hurt? Have you noticed, down at your favorite coffee house, bags of used coffee (Starbucks has them)? Have you tried putting coffee grounds in compost? How about using coffee grounds on …
Trees are a homesteader’s best friend. They provide shelter from the sun, wind, and rain, as well as protection from intruders. They often have medicinal properties or produce food—or both. Firewood is yet another benefit, and it’s essential for homesteaders who are off the grid. Most homesteaders who purchase a property find themselves wishing that the previous …
As much as we love summer, it does have annoying mosquitos. I am sharing 10 Plants to Keep Mosquitos Away! Help repel mosquitos by filling your garden with as many plants that keep mosquitos away and hopefully, you’ll have a mosquito-free yard! 10 Plants to Keep Mosquitos Away Many of the 10 plants to keep mosquitos …
Any grass or plants you spray with this WILL die so be mindful of where you spray. Enjoy not having to pick out every weed ever again! I just leave this in a spray bottle up high in the garage for whenever I see one popping up. It’s the best weed killer spray I’ve found …
Dawn is a very versatile cleaning agent, and you can clean almost anything with it, even your dog if you want to. It may be a little bit more expensive than the other cleaning agents out there, but it’s worth the extra 2 or 1 dollar that you would pay. Most time, supermarkets will have a …
The desire to move away from toxic pesticides, fungicides, herbicides, and artificial fertilizers is gaining popularity as health awareness is on the rise. Growing your own food organically is the alternative, but the tricky pest problem remains, fortunately, vinegar is a great alternative to these artificial toxins! Vinegar can simultaneously enhance the life of a plant and …
Whether you are living in a studio apartment with couple windows or in a house with few darker rooms, here are 15 best houseplants that need zero sunlight for healthy growth. Even though some of them do well in medium light, they are just fine in low light too. If you are ready to add those plants to your space …
Willow bark has been used for centuries as a natural pain reliever. It contains salicin, which was later synthesized and is the active ingredient in aspirin. It’s reputed to relieve pain without the stomach upset chemical aspirin causes, and it’s easier on the liver too. All willow species contain some amount of salicin, so it’s …
Here are few plants that will surely help in bringing positive energy in home: Jasmine Jasmine is planted mainly for its beautiful flowers and is enjoyed as a house-plant. The plant attracts positive energy and helps in nourishing relationships. It has a very pleasant aroma that can even soothe a troubled mind and stimulate energy. The …
Unfortunately, numerous people nowadays suffer from sleep disturbances, night terrors, insomnia, or sleep apnea. Yet, there is a simple and natural way to improve your sleep and finally get some rest! All you need to do is to place one of the following plants into your bedroom and enjoy the calm and relaxing atmosphere: Snake Plant The snake …
