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Below you'll find a list of all posts that have been tagged as “Cathy Isom”
How to pick the perfect Christmas tree. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Fresh cut trees are by far the most popular because of tradition and fragrance. In addition to the lovely fragrance of a cut tree, buying a fresh Christmas tree is a great way to support Christmas tree farmers. Each region of the country has its own …
How to care for a Christmas cactus. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The Christmas cactus is a long lived plant with flat, segmented stems. Most of the year its appearance is fairly unassuming — around Christmas, however, something magical happens. With care, this plain looking plant will blossom with flowers of red, white, pink, purple or orange. …
The many uses of a seasonal fruit during the holidays. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Oranges are a Christmas tradition. Sometimes they come in the form of a clementine or a tangerine. And, they’re not just for eating or stocking stuffers. There are so many ways we can make the most of this seasonal fruit during the …
Some herbs and veggies you can grow, even when it snows. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Sure, many of us have grown cold tolerant veggies in our gardens, but snow tolerant veggies are on another level. For anyone living in climates with sub-freezing temperatures for several months out of the year, it means a shorter growing season. But …
The flowers you should plant near your veggies in the garden. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. If you’re feeling discouraged by the long list of plants you can’t grow near your vegetable garden, don’t worry. There are plenty of other options you can choose from, including the classic stand-bys of marigolds, petunias, and nasturtiums. These flowers are …
The flowers you shouldn’t plant near your vegetable garden. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Whether you’re planting flower companion plants or trap crops, there are some plants that simply should not be mixed. Certain flower bulbs, such as those that resemble garlic or onions, could be mistaken for the plants you can eat. Oleander and Foxglove, while …
How to start a windowsill garden. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. With an indoor windowsill garden, you can grow all kinds of edible, culinary, and medicinal species. All that’s required to grow most veggies and herbs is at least six hours of sunlight to thrive. A south-facing window is preferable. Aim for an area that isn’t going …
Some of the best growing kits for exotic mushrooms. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Reishi mushrooms are historically used in Japanese and Chinese traditional medicine, consumed as a tea or a nutritional supplement. The Reishi Mushroom Growing Kit by Gallboys is easy to use and the instructions show you all of the techniques needed. If you’re wanting …
Some of the best mushroom growing kits for the beginning gardner. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. If you love eating mushrooms, why wouldn’t you want to try to grow them yourself? Even if you have a green thumb, or just want to make a fun project for the kids, there are growing kits that actually work and …
Some fruits and veggies you should never store together. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Storing your food properly is one of the keys to extending its life. However, some produce shouldn’t be stored together because of the Ethylene gas that is emitted as the foods ripen. Most plants produce ethylene, but the amount varies based on the …
