Currently Growing: Micro Dwarf Vegetables
I received a shipment of Micro Dwarf vegetable seeds from this today. I’ll be growing these plants first:
The Miracle Fruit: It Miraculously Turns Sour Tastes Into Sweet
The Miracle Fruit (Synsepalum dulcificum) is known for its “miraculous” berry.
Using Aerogarden To Grow Flowers: Snapdragons
These Snapdragons are blooming in an Aerogarden Harvest. They are part of the Mountain Meadows Seed Pod Kit.
MetaEfficient Aerogarden Test Laboratory Update
Almost all growers agree that the most reliable way to grow plants from seed is to use a hydroponic device like an Aerogarden Harvest. These devices provide a reliable growing environment where almost any seed can be sprouted. Most seeds sprout in 2 to 7 days and will be ready for harvesting in 3 to …
The MetaEfficient Aeroponics Test Laboratory
I am growing rare herbs and other plants using the Aerogarden system. This simple system incorporates elements of both aeroponics and hydroponics.
Sichuan and Sansho — Pepper Berries That Create A Numbing and Tingling Sensation
The Sichuan Pepper is not actually a pepper. It’s the lemon-flavored, numbing berry of the Prickly Ash Tree (Zanthoxylum simulans).
Deer Tongue Lettuce: A Crunchy and Sharp-Tasting Lettuce
Deer’s Tongue is a crunchy lettuce with a taste that is “sharp” but not bitter.
Red Sails: A Beautiful and Flavorful Lettuce
Red Sails — it’s a lettuce that is both attractive and full of flavor.
A Rare and Underrated Lettuce: Marvel Of Four Seasons
The “Marvel of Four Seasons” lettuce is a beautiful and underrated lettuce!
Electric Daisies — They Create A Buzzing Sensation On The Tongue
The Acmella Oleracea plant is known by many names — the toothache plant, the electric daisy, buzz buttons and szechuan buttons.
Stunning Food Coloring Made From 100% Freeze-Dried Plants
Suncore is a company from California that produces beautiful food coloring using only freeze-dried plants.
A List Of Non-Toxic Paint Strippers
Most paint strippers contain methylene chloride and other toxic petroleum-based ingredients. These paint strippers are plant-based and non-toxic:
A List Of Non-Toxic Adhesives For The Home
All of the glue are non-toxic and low VOC — this means they don’t release Volative Organic Compounds throughout their life.
Wellbond — A Non-Toxic Household Glue Made In Canada
Weldbond Multi-Purpose Glue is a non-toxic glue made in Canada. This is a great alternative to toxic glues that contain xylene, light aliphatic naphtha, N-hexane and toulene.
The 1000 Tree Complex In Shanghai
Heatherwick Studio has released photographs of its plant-covered 1,000 Trees development in Shanghai.
Efficient Garden Feature — Cascading Cement Water Fountains
Small waterfalls provide a soothing sound and they cool the air. You can create a simple waterfall using ceramic dishes and pots — they just require a small pump to operate.
Paulownia: A Wood That’s Both Strong and Ultralight
Paulownia (Paulownia tomentosa) is the second lightest wood in the world. The tree is native to Japan and Korea. Perhaps the wood’s greatest attribute is that it’s both lightweight and strong. The Average Dried Weight is 18 pounds per cubic foot (or 280 kg/m3) according to the Wood Database. Paulownia is also one of the …
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Citrus Solvents: These Under-Rated Solvents Are Non-Toxic and Low Odor
A citrus degreaser is a pleasant smelling and safe alternative to traditional petroleum-based solvents like gasoline or kerosene.
Non-Toxic Paint Thinners — Made With 100% Lavender Spike Oil
Lavender or spike oil is a healthier alternative to traditional solvents, such as turpentine and mineral spirits.