We all have them. Plants that we hate that we love. Peace Lilies, Parlor Palms, Dumbcane and Prayer Plants are a few of the plants that I just cannot resist, no matter the number I have failed. Rather than give up on these beauties, I have decided to learn all I can about each and face the challenge.
Archives for June 2020
Hoya Houseplant Guide: Tips & Care
One of my favorite houseplants of all time has to be the Hoya. Some may call it a slight obsession, I like to think of it as a ‘collection‘. I may be a bit of a ‘Hoya Head‘ but I am nowhere near considered an expert, an amateur at best. I have learned so much over the past 4 years that I have managed to keep my collection alive and thriving. Here's what I have learned.
…Take Control of Your Skin With Plant Based Beauty
Our skin takes a beating daily. So it is important to protect and cleanse our skin to avoid infections, germs, and bacteria build up. Why? Every day our skin builds up environmental pollutants, dead flaky skin, viruses, dirt and bacteria. Even at night while you sleep, your skin can collect unwanted debris from your sheets & pillows. This can lead to acne outbreaks & other undesirable blemishes due to clogged pores.
Here are some simple steps to take control of your skin to achieve a healthy glow.
…Celebrate Mothers On Father’s Day
I am a single mom. My son’s father is not involved by choice. I am my son’s full time caregiver and parent. I love being a mom and I cannot imagine how a parent can essentially abandon a child. As a single parent, I wanted to celebrate mothers on Father’s Day! Let's celebrate mothers on Father's Day!
Father's Day
I realize there are single dads out there. I think all mothers and fathers should be celebrated on Father’s Day!
…Houseplant Addicts Moderator Training
Welcome to Moderator Training!
Welcome to moderator training for Houseplant Addicts! We are so happy you are joining our team. Our network is growing every day with over 100,000 members on several different social media platforms. We are so proud as to how far we have come and the many opportunities that lay ahead.
Here you will find tutorials, answers to commonly asked questions & learn about the many ways you can grow with us! We are all volunteers and are here for the love of houseplants and sharing knowledge. So let’s begin!
…How We Made A Chicken Coop Out Of Our Children’s Old Playscape
A Helpful Guide To Building A Backyard Chicken Coop For Beginners
Five years ago, a feisty hen wandered onto our property. She was an adorable fluff ball who didn't want anything to do with us. After numerous phone calls to our town hall and local farms, no one claimed her; so we decided to give her a home and name her Easter.
Little did we know, she would become a part of our family, and we grew just as attached to her as she did to us. When she passed away last year, my kids were heart broken, so I was very hesitant to own chickens again. Yet, after months of research and checking local ordinances; we decided to give backyard chickens a try.
