What You Need To Know About Rubber Mulches
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Rubber mulches are advertised as economical, effective, and environmentally safe materials for use in landscapes and gardens.
At first glance, it may seem that rubber mulches are an environmentally friendly way of recycling used tires, but further research indicates they are neither effective nor safe.
The chemicals used to produce tires are zinc, cadmium, sulfur, chromium, selenium, aluminum, molybdenum, copper, manganese and iron. Recycled rubber lawn edging and mulch contain extremely high levels of zinc.
It’s toxic: Plants grown in rubber mulch have been shown to accumulate enough zinc in their systems to kill them. And, Read More→
Nonstick Cookware Poisoning Linked To Your Thyroid
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Do you cook foods in nonstick cookware rather than in stainless steel skillets? If so, check out the Jan. 21, 2010 Daily Mail news article, “Non-stick pan chemical is linked to thyroid disease,” By Jenny Hope.
According to the article, there’s a link between a chemical found in various non-stick cookware and even food packaging that’s linked to thyroid disease.
The particular chemical is called PFOA. That chemical is found all over most people’s homes. It has been branded as potentially carcinogenic, according to that Daily Mail article.
Ever suspect you might have a sluggish thyroid? And, Read More→
Neem Oil For The Garden Ahead!
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Neem oil is an organic pest control remedy that is simple and very effective. Neem oil is pressed out of the seeds obtained from neem trees.
Many gardeners use it for garden pest control of soft bodied insects like aphids, thrips or whitefly. The oil coats the bugs and they suffocate.
Insects would rather die than eat plants treated with neem oil. It disrupts insects’ hormonal balance so they die before they molt to the next life stage. And, Read More→
Q & A Frequently Asked Questions
By · CommentsQ. Bitter Carrots
- The lime should help. Even more important, is to watch the watering. Stress to the carrots can cause a bit of a bitter taste.
Q. Blueberries Turning Red
A. The red coloration is a stress response. It could be simply a response to transplant shock. If the soil is too alkaline, that will contribute to the stress.
Q. Can I plant garlic in spring?
A. Yes you can, but it seldom gives as good results as fall- planted garlic because it doesn’t have enough time to develop fully and may result in small bulbs.
Q. Do rabbits or birds eat raspberry plant foliage?
- The rabbits will girdle the stems during the winter months unless you protect them. Squirrels will nibble on anything they can.
Q. How can I remove the ants from the soil without hurting the rosemary?
A. You could try diatomaceous earth. It is harmless to pets and humans; it only affects insects.
Q. How Much Fertilizer is Enough?
A. The usual recommendation is that only about two to four inches of manure be added at any time. And, Read More→
Holy basil (Tulsi) tea is the beverage originated in India thousands of years ago. It is known for its rich antioxidant properties that promote wellness and longevity.
This means that it has the ability to slow oxidation in the body. The process of oxidation damages cells in the body and may contribute to the worsening of pre-existing conditions, as well as effects caused by aging.
As Tulsi is rich source of antioxidants, it neutralizes harmful radicals present in body to damage the cells and tissues. It enables the immune system to function properly and mitigates the joint pain.
Although many foods you eat contain antioxidants, today’s poor diets likely don’t provide you with all the free radical scavengers you need. This is one area where tea can come in handy as several types of tea have been shown to contain healthy antioxidants, including green tea and black tea. And, Read More→
