Plants with a Purpose – Aloe

Commonly found in many homes and in stores worldwide is Aloe Vera, a succulent plant that produces a gel-like core at the heart of it’s leaves.  This gel is a natural remedy for cuts, burns, and abrasions, and has properties that reduce pain, swelling, inflammation,...

Plant Transitions – Rose Bushes

Rose bushes and other climbers are in need of some paring down after they have completed their growth cycles in the summertime and fall seasons. Use the opportunity in the fall to simply remove the spent leaves, dying roses, and diseased limbs.  When the first frost...