Daylily, An Easy, Beautiful and Useful Plant by Monica Resinger Daylilies are one of my favorite perennial plants. They are pretty, hardy and very easy to take care of. They have arching, sword shaped leaves and lily shaped flowers that come in all shades of yellow, orange, red and more. They … [Read more...]
Medicinal Uses of Geraniums
Discover the healing power of geraniums and learn how to make geranium tea, geranium oil infusions or a geranium compress. The geranium is not only a beautiful garden plant, but is also useful for its healing properties. Native to South Africa, the plant produces essential oils in small glands … [Read more...]
Growing and Harvesting Dill
How to Grow and Use Dill by Jackie Carroll Dill is one of the easiest herbs to grow and would make a great first herb for someone who has never grown herbs before. You'll find lots of uses for both the fronds and the seeds in the kitchen. A sprig of dill will perk up almost any soup, salad, … [Read more...]
How to Make a Weathervane
How to Make a Weathervane or Wind Vane Weathervanes can be simple constructions or detailed works of art. They are often installed as an outdoor decorating feature, but a weathervane serves a useful function as well - it tells you which way the wind is blowing. The Franklin Institute has a … [Read more...]
How to Beat West Nile Virus
Culex mosquito larvae How is West Nile Virus Transmitted? West Nile Virus is transmitted to people by mosquitoes, particularly the culex genus of mosquitoes, which are now widespread throughout North America. Mosquitoes transmit the virus after becoming infected by feeding on the blood of birds … [Read more...]
Prepare Roses for Winter
If you grow roses, and live in a cold winter climate, then you'll need to prepare your rose plants ahead of time to ensure healthy growth next spring. The following simple how-to steps are recommended for Canadian gardeners who experience a long, very cold winter season, but the advice is useful … [Read more...]
