Experiment: Growing Pink Oyster Mushroom In 10 Days
This is my latest pink oyster mushroom harvest. It took about a week to grow.
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.
The Largest Vertical Garden In The World: Singapore’s College Central
The largest Vertical Garden in the world is in Singapore’s Institute of Technical Education College Central.
Honeybush: Another Underrated Red Tea From South Africa
Honeybush (Cyclopia) is another excellent caffeine-free tea from Africa. The taste is sweet with notes of apricot.
A List Of Plants That Can Thrive In Low Light
Here is a list of plants that will grow well in the darker parts of your home.
A List Of Plants That Release Oxygen At Night & Clean Toxins From The Air
Most plants release oxygen during the day. However, there are some plants that release oxygen at night. This makes them ideal to put in a bedroom.
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.
A List Of Exercise & Yoga Equipment Made With Cork
When used as a material to build exercise or yoga gear, cork has a many advantages over plastic:
A List Of Non-Toxic Sunscreens and Insect Repellents
These are the safest and least toxic sunscreens and insect repellents I’ve found:
A List Of Non-Toxic Sealants & Caulks
Here are some sealant and caulks are mostly free of VOCs and other chemicals: