How to Compost

Jenn Greenleaf | February 27, 2010

Self-sufficiency is on the minds of many consumers, particularly those who are already implementing the “reduce, reuse, and recycle” practice into their households.  With these principles in mind, it’s a smoother transition into self-sufficiency.  Why?  Because these homeowners are looking for ways to reuse household items and, in the case of composting, this is achievable. [...]

Start an Indoor Garden

Jenn Greenleaf | January 11, 2009

It is never too early to start thinking about your spring plantings.  Starting an indoor winter garden is often referred to as winter sowing, and the process is an easy one.  Even if you do not have time to get your seedlings started, you can get your planning started.   Before you begin, set up [...]

Indoor Flowering Plants

Jenn Greenleaf | November 10, 2008

How often do you equate using potted floral plants to improve your interior living spaces?  Not that often, right?  I know whenever I think of a potted floral, I wonder where I can set it on my deck or stairways outside.  Rarely do I think of where I can put them inside, unless I’m using [...]