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Plant and Color Matching in Decor: A Guide to Seamless Indoor-Outdoor Harmony Bringing the outdoors in is more than just a trendy design choice—it’s a way to create a serene, cohesive atmosphere that blurs the line between your home’s interior and the natural beauty outside. Matching the colors of flowering plants to your interior color scheme is a simple yet impactful way to achieve this harmonious flow. Here’s how you can master the art of plant and color matching to create a cohesive, stylish look in your home. Start with Your Interior Palette The first step to plant and color...

Herb Gardens in Kitchen Décor: Bringing Freshness and Flavor to Your Space Incorporating a fresh herb garden into your kitchen decor is an excellent way to bring the outdoors in, add a touch of greenery, and elevate your cooking. With a bit of creativity, you can seamlessly integrate a kitchen herb garden that not only looks beautiful but also serves as a convenient culinary resource. Let’s explore some ideas on how to design an herb garden in your kitchen, making it an integral part of your decor while ensuring your favorite herbs are always within reach. 1. Window Sills: The...

Volume 21 Issue 11, November 2024   What's New in November? As we get into winter, we see the last of the 2024 hurricane season. I pray that we don’t have another Helene or Milton as we close the season; although there is another system swirling around in the tropics that may go east or may go west as we speak. We were spared the worst of these storms with minimal damage from Milton, but several tornadoes caused extensive damage around us. One of the strangest outcomes of Hurricane Helene was the change in migratory birds. Birds changed course and...

From Seed to Sip: The Journey of Coffee Cultivation Coffee cultivation begins with planting seeds, typically in shaded nurseries until they’re strong enough to be transplanted. Coffee trees grow best in tropical climates with rich, well-drained soil, and they take about three to four years to produce their first full crop of beans. The coffee cherries, which contain the coffee beans, are harvested once they reach a bright red color. In many regions, this harvest is done by hand, allowing farmers to pick only the ripe cherries. Coffee Beans Once harvested, the cherries are processed to remove the beans. Two...

Eco-Friendly Gardening Techniques: Growing Green, Indoors and Out! Ready to give your garden (and your home) an eco-friendly makeover. Check out these sustainable gardening practices that not only help Mother Earth but also inspire eco-conscious decor choices for your home. From composting to permaculture, and even repurposing materials, these techniques will have you growing green and living green! Composting: The Ultimate Garden Snack Think of composting as feeding your garden a delicious, nutrient-packed smoothie made from kitchen scraps. Banana peels, veggie leftovers, coffee grounds—they all break down into rich soil that makes your plants thrive. Plus, it cuts down on...