Got my Hops rhizomes ordered today. The big dream is to grow Barley as a covercrop… Hops + Barley = homegrown homebrew. It’s the beer of the future!
Category Archives: garden news
Hello Spring!
03.31.2010 – 18:16
Well, at long last, it seems that Spring is really here to stay. It was a bit touch and go for a while, we’ve still been having a dusting of frost, but overall, it’s definitely Spring. The lemon verbena is in a snit. It didn’t drop it’s leaves last year,and it’s been through several frosts [...]
Say "No" to Swiffers and their Ilk
08.15.2009 – 19:44
Swiffers are marketed as a convenience, but in my view, this is a false promise. In order to use a Swiffer as designed, we are compelled to purchase a constant stream of chemical and VOC laden, low capacity “cleaning” pads,** and add them to the landfill. I have given the Swiffer to the kids to [...]
DIY Cleaning Solutions
08.15.2009 – 17:53
Go easy on the planet and your wallet: buy some spray bottles and make your own cleaning sprays at home. Recommended solution strengths are on the massive jars, available at warehouse store X. Use fewer products for more things. We use a white vinegar solution for windows; eco-friendly dish soap solution in the kitchen (counters), [...]
Green Tips & Tricks
08.15.2009 – 17:19
These are little tiny steps we’ve taken around our house that have really helped make our life easier and greener. If you have tips that have worked well for you, we’d love to hear them!
