by Siri Undlin | Jun 19, 2019 | Edible Plants, Gardening, Useful Plants
The pineapple is a tropical fruit that travels far in our modern age. Whether you live in the fjords of Iceland or the open prairies of Nebraska, chances are there are little pineapple cubes in your fruit cup, frozen bags of it in the freezer section of the grocery...
by Siri Undlin | Jun 5, 2019 | Edible Plants, Useful Plants
Belonging to a subfamily of grass, bamboo is one of the most versatile plants on planet earth. Uses for bamboo plants are practiced by over 2.5 billion people every day. This plant is naturally pesticide resistant and helps to rebuild eroded soil. It is antifungal,...
by Siri Undlin | May 25, 2019 | Edible Plants, Education, Gardening
Urban farming is a growing movement around the world. Grandmothers, children, teachers, and punks alike can be found babying a pepper plant or picking off rosemary leaves for dinner. Plants and food connect us deeply to our homes and our communities. But when it comes...
by Siri Undlin | May 14, 2019 | Biology, Edible Plants, Education, Gardening, Useful Plants
Inflammation is important. It is a phenomenon that helps the body repair damaged tissues. It helps the body combat foreign invaders like bacteria and fungi. Without inflammation, we wouldn’t last long. But inflammation can also cause serious problems. Chronic...
by Siri Undlin | May 11, 2019 | Education, Flowers, Plant Identification, Useful Plants
There’s a lot that goes into planning a wedding celebration. When it comes to wedding flowers, it can be difficult to know where to start. What’s popular? What’s cliche? What buds will add vibrancy to the occasion and which ones will droop away before the day is over?...
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