Andrew Krosofsky

As more and more farming practices become technologically enhanced, hydroponic gardening has gone from a novel, underground enterprise, to something truly revolutionary.

Wasps may be common nuisances in some parts of the country, but getting rid of them is still is sometimes a necessity — and it’s not always easy.

Understanding ecological succession is not nearly as difficult as it sounds, especially if you understand the basic principles of evolution.

Christmas trees are a part of holiday traditions across the globe, but did you know that they were once banned from the White House by the president himself?

Many charities provide opportunities for donation during the holidays, and we can help you decide which one you’d like to help and where to donate toys this holiday season.

Getting rid of old, broken Christmas lights doesn’t mean just throwing them away, not if you know how to recycle Christmas lights.

Finding a gift for the gardener in your life isn't easy, but we've dug up the perfect tools to get you through the holiday season.

Nowadays, it seems like everybody has an opinion on the many benefits of apple cider vinegar, but is this miraculous condiment as amazing as it’s cracked up to be?

Living the zero-waste lifestyle isn’t just about becoming more sustainable and lowering your environmental impact, it’s also a pretty great way to save money in the long run.

If you’re short on space, planting an indoor garden may seem out of the question, but we have some solid vertical gardening ideas that can help you think about gardening in a whole new dimension.

No till gardening saves time and effort without sacrificing the health and fertility of your garden, but how do you get started?

It’s not always essential to test the pH of your soil before planting, but doing so can help you overcome a number of troublesome issues down the line.

If your green beans are growing too fast for you and your family to eat them right away, you might be interested in learning how to freeze fresh green beans to extend their shelf life.

Green tea isn’t just a gimmicky beverage famed for health and wellness, the amazing health benefits of this ancient drink have been proven by science for centuries.

In a world of new technology and agricultural innovations, many people might find themselves wondering the difference between organic and what is now considered mainstream farming.

Gardening can be a great way to relax and commune with the Earth in a very tangible way but did you know that it’s actually important to the environment as well?

Soil is a key piece of the gardening puzzle, but knowing how to prepare soil for gardening is more complex than simply digging up a patch of dirt and putting it in a flower pot.

If you’re zero waste, it might be difficult to find ways to wrap up your leftovers without plastic, but there are a few zero-waste reusable food containers and lids to make things easier.

Dirt might not seem as important as some of our other natural resources, but understanding the finer points of soil conservation is just as important to the environment as recycling and reducing carbon emissions.

Finding an eco-friendly mattress can be fairly daunting, especially if you don’t understand what makes a mattress eco-friendly in the first place.

Cats can be behave rather strangely but when you find them sitting in the litter box for a long period of time, it could mean something serious.

Mice are persistent pests of the highest order, and while it’s easy enough to dispatch them, knowing how to catch a mouse humanely is a bit more complicated.

Knowing how to order vegan at a Mexican restaurant is not that difficult, so long as you understand the right questions to ask.

Cats are not known to be heavy droolers but sometimes a little bit slips out here and there, but are cats drooling because they’re hungry or for different reasons?

There are a number of reasons why your dog might be licking his paws and some might actually have to be taken seriously.

Puppy training can be a difficult process but knowing how to punish a puppy appropriately is the key to achieving successful results and a well-behaved dog.

Grease fires are one the most difficult and dangerous fires to have in your home, and knowing how to stoop one is the key to avoiding a life or death situation.

Slugs are slow and slimy pests that we seem determined to get rid of. But why does salt kill slugs anyway?

Mead is delicious, alcoholic, and has grown in popularity in recent years but what is the secret to making your own mead at home?

Though the terms don’t always mean the same thing, there are some clear reasons why veganism is actually the key to zero-waste eating.

Coconut oil has been marketed far and wide as a superfood but the health benefits of coconut oil don’t just lie in its consumption.

When you hear the term recycling, the first thing that usually comes to mind is that iconic blue bin and the cyclical symbol attached to it. But what is the real history behind the recycling symbol?

Nuts are delicious and nutritious additions to any diet, but which nuts are healthiest and which are ranked highest in protein?

Getting rid of a computer is never as simple as just throwing it in the trash. There are numerous town, state, governmental, and even global regulations as regarding how it has to be done.

We explore the best thrift stores in Austin, Texas and where to get the best deals on secondhand treasure.

Eggs are a versatile and protein-rich superfood but how long do they last when refrigerated?

Paper is one of the most recyclable materials around, but how is recycled paper made? And how can you make it at home?

If you don’t own a recycling bin, it’s pretty hard to start the process. Luckily, there are some pretty easy ways to get a free recycling bin.

Recycling is one of the best ways that we can reduce our environmental impact and reduce our waste, but how does one recycle something as essential as water?

Not all plastics are alike, especially when it comes to recycling. So what does it mean when a plastic is labeled as #4 and for that matter, how do we go about recycling it?

Chewing gum has never really been considered a food, per se, but does it contain plastic like many people believe?

The fastest-growing shade trees on the planet have impressive growth patterns and frequencies that might be able to help reforest the Earth.

With plastic bag bans popping up all over the country, many Americans find themselves looking for reusable options for shopping. But what are some of the best reusable produce bags out there today?

It’s sometimes tricky to get rid of an old mattress but what happens if you don’t want to throw it out? How then do you recycle a mattress?

Rose water can be a potent beauty product or flavor enhancer, and it’s actually not that difficult to make your own rose water at home.

The coldest place on Earth may be still at the very bottom of the world but temperature changes due to global warming have made for even colder conditions than ever before.

Humans aren’t the only intelligent creatures on the planet and you might be surprised which animals come pretty close to matching wits with us.

Dogs can sleep somewhere between 12 and 14 hours a day and just like us, they can dream. But what do dogs dream about, anyway?

Growing green beans in your own backyard can be a rewarding and bountiful experience, as long as you understand the basics.

Those unfamiliar with astrology may be surprised to hear the term “mercury in retrograde” being bandied about, but what does this mysterious term mean for the coming months?