April Showers Bring May Flowers
Low-Maintenance Plants to Brighten Your Patio The age-old saying goes, "April showers bring May flowers," but why wait until May to enjoy the beauty of blooming flowers? Whether you have limited space or a
Backyard Noise Abatement
Studies have shown that long-term exposure to background noise can affect our health, our sleep, and even lead to serious problems such as cardiovascular disease. Luckily, there are things you can do to minimize
Really Wild Salads
There is something inexplicably fun about foraging for wild food. Finding herbs and edible greens in nature and free for the taking seems almost magical in a time when everything is packaged and sold. Edible
Family Adventures
May is a wonderful time of year when spring slowly yields to the warm breezes of summer. It's a month full of anticipation for the coming holidays. Here are some family fun ideas to
Electric Biking
Electric bike technology has come along way in just a few years. Today, e-bikes have a range of 20 km or more on a single charge. With good distance and relatively high speeds, they can
Butterfly Gardens
There is something about butterflies that instill a deep sense of wonder. They appear to us as fuzzy caterpillars found along the stems and leaves of garden plants. Then, at a certain time, they
A charcoal or gas grill?
Known for imparting a smoky richness that pairs perfectly with charred fat and meat, barbeque is one of the most popular cooking techniques. Summer is barbeque season and with its arrival the debate over