Hot sauce! Whether on buffalo wings, tacos, or chips, hot sauce is one of my favorite additions to almost every meal. Surprisingly, it’s extremely easy to make, requiring only a few basic ingredients, and leaving a lot […]
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DIY closed terrarium
Closed terrariums — if given perfect conditions — can thrive on their own forever. Planted and sealed inside closed vessels, the added soil, plants, and water produce their own little ecosystem, recycling the water, […]
Planting a Mango Seed
Summertime in South Florida is hot, but the upside? It’s sweet! We’re talking tropical fruit sweet, like the mangos that are at their peak right now. If you find yourself coveting this “king of […]
iNaturalist is not just for plants: Celebrate Pollinator Week by discovering bugs in your backyard!
June 22 to 28 marks National Pollinator Week, and to celebrate, we encourage you to explore your yard or neighborhood, look for pollinators in action, and log those observations on iNaturalist. Project Stay Planted, a […]
Make a waterlily
There’s something magical about waterlilies as they turn ordinary pools of water into rainbow-like displays. Discover how to make your own using coffee filters, markers, and paper plates. Materials Needed […]
Gratitude tree
This is a fun, decorative craft that uses recycled and natural materials. It is a great activity for people of all ages and could be used in a therapeutic setting […]
