In the past few years, the Urban Land Institute has recognized that integrating food and farming into urban, suburban and rural real estate development projects is a rapidly growing trend. In addition to creating a dynamic platform for food production, social engagement and education, farm-centric communities can also support more vibrant and just regional food…
Leaf Supply: A Guide to Keeping Happy House Plants is the perfect primer for anyone looking to take their houseplant game to the next level this spring. In this excerpt, authors (and serial plant addicts) Lauren Camilleri and Sophia Kaplan break down how to propagate a wide variety of plants to start an indoor jungle on the cheap. To read more,…
Living a healthy life also usually feels like living a pricy life. More often than not, opting for healthier food or lifestyle choices typically means sacrificing room in your wallet. No one wants to have to choose between balanced meals, exercising and enough moolah to pay the bills. Lucky for you, we have plenty of…
Lawn and garden watering jumps in the summer. Here’s how to save water and money at the same time. To read more, click here.
Sustainable living is within arms reach thanks to technology. Now, you can download apps that will help you in your quest to be more eco-friendly. Whether you want personalized tips on how to reduce your carbon footprint or need recycling reminders, sustainability is just a touch away. To read more, click here.
Starting a diet can seem like a difficult task, but you don’t have to go cold turkey on the foods you love! It’s all about balance, and luckily, there are easy and healthy food swaps you can try that will still make your meals delicious. To read more, click here.
Being aware of how your actions can affect the environment is an important component of eco-consciousness. There are many initiatives you can take that can help better the environment, such as buying food from local farms or minimizing the amount of plastic you purchase. These small steps can have a large impact. To read more,…
Teaching children about green living can seem like a difficult task, but there are simple steps you can take to introduce them to environmental consciousness. Encouraging them to be outside in nature, watching cartoons that promote helping the environment and making recycling a habit in your home are just a few ways to teach children…
Looking to start growing your own spinach or want to improve your technique for future crops? Luckily, spinach is quite easy to grow and can be harvested six to eight weeks after planting. There are a few steps you can take to ensure your spinach grows to be tasty and vitamin-rich. To read more, click…
Taming your sweet tooth doesn’t always mean reaching for an unhealthy candy bar. Whether you opt to eat a frozen banana dipped in chocolate or almonds dusted with cocoa powder, there are healthy ways to simulate a sugar rush. To read more, click here.