Starting Your Own Back Garden Farm
First Few StepsResearch and Planning:The Johannesburg climate is generally characterized by mild winters and warm summers so planning your very own garden farm needs to take this into consideration. (Although…
Regenerative Farming. How to Save Ourselves and the Planet
The title sounds a bit melodramatic but is it? This article will give you an overview of the aspects of regenerative farming and a coming solution.Regenerative farming is an approach…
The Blue Zones: 20 Tips to Add to your Life
The Blue Zones: 20 Tips to Add to Your Life Prioritize Plant-Based Foods: Embrace a diet rich in vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and legumes to provide essential nutrients and fiber.…
Fermented Citrus Peel
How to Ferment Citrus Peel Choose fresh, organic citrus fruits: Any citrus will suffice, but if you cannot find organic, scrub the whole fruit in hot, soapy water to clean…
10 Beneficial Insects to Encourage in Your Garden
10 Beneficial Garden Insects to Encourage in Your Garden Ladybugs - Ladybugs are attractive and beneficial insects that are known to feed on aphids, scale insects, and other soft-bodied pests that…
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15 Unique and Uncommon Uses for Lemons
Watch this space for our new lemon tree business but in the meantime, here are some unique uses for lemons.Lemons are a staple in many kitchens around the world, and…
How to Grow Your Own Superfoods
Hi AllFor those who read the article, 5 Superfoods and their super benefits, here is a follow up article to help you have constant access to these foods and their…
Benefits of Growing, (and Eating) Veggies
Reasons to add more fruit and vegetablesThe latest food guidelines recommend that adults eat from five to nine servings of fruits and vegetables every day. While that may seem like…
9 Plants That Will Repel Insects
Insects and tiny pests are an irritation, and using insect repellent poses health risks in a household dedicated to organic and healthy living, but how can we prevent these insects…
Gardening in South Africa; The Top 5 Plants To Add To Your Garden
It is not really mentioned in history books, but most plants that made it through Asia and Oceania (Oceania is a geographic region that includes Australasia, Melanesia, Micronesia and Polynesia)…