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Why We Love Spring : Flowers Photo Blog Keukenhof

Thursday, May 9, 2013
river of flowers

We were blessed to be able to pay a visit to the world famous Keukenhof Gardens in Lisse, The Netherlands where famous tulip gardens are displayed during spring….

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Tips For Creating An Energy Efficient Office

Tuesday, December 11, 2012
cubicle plant

Trying to green your office? It’s a surprisingly easy task to do with the right mindset and determination. Creating an energy efficient office is a noteworthy goal because…

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Cook Islands Using Aquaponics for Fresh Fish and Organic Veggies

Saturday, November 17, 2012
Photo Credit: by kcmckell on flickr

The Cook Islands are known as the best-kept secret in the Pacific. You won’t see high-rise buildings or flocks of tourists here but miles of white sandy beaches…

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Environmental Gardening – Plant A Purple Carrot

Tuesday, November 13, 2012
Phil Flower Garden

Everyone has the power to improve their personal and environmental health – you could plant a purple carrot or even better, a whole patch of different veggies! And…

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Building a Greenhouse – Your Way

Tuesday, September 11, 2012
greenhouse

Greenhouses are currently experiencing a resurgence in popularity as more people begin to discover the benefits of growing their own fruits and vegetables in a home garden. Because…

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Green Tips: Ways To Keep Garden Slugs And Snails Out

Saturday, August 18, 2012
slug

Having a garden is one of the best things about the summertime. Nothing is more satisfying than growing your own fruits and vegetables, harvesting them, and serving them…

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The Greener Lawn

Wednesday, August 8, 2012
Green Grass

I’ve never cared much for lawns before, most of all for the ones out front. I might have been a little more involved should they have been in…

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Benefits of an environmentally friendly green roof

Thursday, June 21, 2012
green roof

The movement to “go green” has invoked the interest of socially responsible businesses, as well as the general public. Also known as “eco” roofs, environmentally friendly roofs can…

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Mulching 101

Sunday, May 13, 2012
garden mulching

Soil is one of the most important resources a farmer has to produce crops. It gives them the means to live and to provide the needs of their families. Farming…

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Using Ladybugs as a Natural Garden Defender

Tuesday, May 8, 2012
Ladybug Home Garden

  While the thought of using bugs in the garden might seem a bit unusual to the idea of keeping it in the best possible shape, the reality…

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