Nurturing Horticultural Excellence and Blooming Achievements The celebration of exceptional accomplishments within the realm of horticulture goes to Dr. Ruth Kobayashi, who is the distinguished recipient of the esteemed Paul Ecke Jr. Award of Excellence. This prestigious accolade, established through collaboration between the San Diego Botanic Garden and the esteemed Ecke … [Read more...] about Dr. Ruth Kobayashi
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Research Finds Fungi Help Ease Climate Change and Benefit the Environment
Poisonous red and white fly-agaric mushroom in Autumn. Photo Credit: Elegant01 via Envato Elements. Scientists have determined that fungi species are essential to the survival of our planet — and they may even be crucial in combating climate change. Fungi are a group of eukaryotic organisms that include mushrooms, yeasts, mildews, and other … [Read more...] about Research Finds Fungi Help Ease Climate Change and Benefit the Environment
GOODWITCH Brings You Back to Your Body When Pain Has You Feeling Outside Yourself
GOODWITCH fuses their passion for art and herbal medicine to redefine the approach of holistic healing through plant meditation. GW highlights the importance of self-care that understands the language of body signals and how to treat these signals accordingly. Founded in 2013, GW was inspired by the nonlinear healing process throughout life with chronic pain. Founder, Remy — … [Read more...] about GOODWITCH Brings You Back to Your Body When Pain Has You Feeling Outside Yourself
Purified Green
While it may be hard to believe, indoor air quality is often more toxic than outdoor air quality. This is due in large part to the presence of synthetic materials in furniture, carpets, plastics, and other common household items. Indoor air contains volatile organic compounds (VOC’S,) allergens and other contaminants. According to a clean air study by NASA, houseplants can … [Read more...] about Purified Green
Three Common Weeds that Heal
In your backyard. In the cracks of the sidewalk. In untended fields. Weeds find their way into every nook and cranny, sometimes traveling across the globe to spread their progeny. But cannabis isn’t the only weed with healing properties. Here are three common weeds whose benefits extend far beyond the compost bin. Dandelion These bright yellow flowers seem to thrive in … [Read more...] about Three Common Weeds that Heal
