greenwashing? Even the most environmentally-friendly brands can use greenwashing to make themselves look better than they are. They do this by appealing directly toward consumers’ desire for sustainability and credibility, while engaging in practices that damages our planet’s natural resources A brand might claim that its product is “sustainable” or eco-friendly when it’s just not…

Mosquitoes can be a huge nuisance, especially in the summertime. Not only are they annoying, but they can also transmit diseases like Zika virus, West Nile virus, and malaria. If you have a money plant in your home, you may be wondering how to get rid of mosquito larvae without damaging the plant. In this…

invasive insects [control and Sollutions ] In a garden you can find several types of insects. Some insects are destructive. Others are benefactors like the seven-spot ladybird or San Antonio vaquita because they feed on destructive insects. The lion aphid feeds on aphids. Parasitic wasps feed on caterpillars and other insects. mosquito Insects that attack horticultural plants are divided…

Plant Disease Control Plant health is threatened by disease, insects, weeds, animals, environmental changes, or improper maintenance. Diseases and insects often affect plants even if growing and maintenance conditions are good. Both diseases and insects cause similar damage, but in different ways. Damage from both can result in misshapen, stained, or rotting leaves and fruit. Both can cause…

The time of aromatic herbs Aromatic herbs enhance the flavor of food. The leaves and some seeds of aromatic plants (see box) can be used to season or perfume different dishes. They are also grown for their colorful flowers and foliage. Herbs can be grown in different containers indoors or outdoors in gardens, flower beds or patios. Locate…

It All Starts with How It Is Planted The success of a garden depends on three factors. Vegetables must be planted at the right time, at the right depth and at the right distance (see box). The right time to plant depends on the resistance of each vegetable and the climate of each place. Some vegetables resist…

Indoor Cultivation Save time by planting frost-proof vegetables indoors. The seedlings can be transplanted into the garden when the weather allows it. Vegetables that take longer to grow such as tomatoes, peppers and aubergines will be able to be harvested sooner. Thus the harvest season is extended. Cool-season vegetables like cabbage, Brussels sprouts, and broccoli will be able…