Bee populations have dwindled in recent years. Pesticides, parasites, and the disappearance of wildflowers have all been cited as reasons for the declines of domesticated and wild bees. Without these important little pollinators, the amount of agricultural crops would shrink considerably. Less bees means less food for us. Fortunately, the simple act of planting annual … Continue reading Do your part and save the bees with these 10 easy-to-grow flowers
How to grow blueberries in pots this summer
You can easily grow this blue superfood in your home. Yes, you read that right. The highly-touted “happy food” can find its own happy place inside a pot. This guide will teach you everything you need to know about cultivating this super fruit. Acid is your best friend The most important factor to consider is acidity levels. Blueberries thrive … Continue reading How to grow blueberries in pots this summer
13 Foods you should only buy once… then grow forever
There’s nothing like fresh fruits and vegetables grown in your garden. Not only do they taste better, but they’re also safer and healthier for you and your family since they are grown without the use of harmful pesticides or other nasty chemicals. What’s more, growing your own food helps save a lot of money and reduces … Continue reading 13 Foods you should only buy once… then grow forever
How to grow garlic from a single clove
Often described as the stinking rose, garlic’s culinary and medicinal uses date back to ancient times. In fact, the father of Western medicine, the Greek physician Hippocrates, once described it as a cure for a variety of medical conditions. And right he was. Over the years, modern science has backed up many of his ancient … Continue reading How to grow garlic from a single clove
How gardening can help your immune system
One of the best ways to protect your children from a lifetime of allergies and autoimmune disorders is to make sure that they – and you – spend plenty of time outdoors getting dirty, scientists are now saying. That's because exposure to the naturally occurring microbes in our outdoor environment helps program the developing immune system to learn what … Continue reading How gardening can help your immune system
Want to grow a garden with immediate results? Try these five fast-growing superfoods
Gardening is a great and cost-effective way to increase your intake of healthy plant foods, as well as increasing your family's self-sufficiency. But starting a garden can be daunting for people with limited experience. In particular, beginners may have trouble with the often months-long wait required before garden plants are ready for harvest.Such reluctant gardeners should consider … Continue reading Want to grow a garden with immediate results? Try these five fast-growing superfoods
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 