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Category: Trees and Shrubs

In Nature and Well-being Trees and Shrubs

The Ultimate Guide to Using Nature’s Toothbrush

24 March15 March Author J. L. James Estimated read time 5 min read
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There are many plants known throughout the world which over the centuries have been used as nature's toothbrushes. Each culture Read More
Tags: #Chew sticks #Egbo Oshunshun #Herbs #Jatropha curacas #Liquorice #Miswak #Neem #Oral health #Toothpaste #Whiteroot
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Book Review: The Ghost Orchard: The Hidden History of the Apple in North America by Helen Humphreys

14 February14 February Author J. L. James Estimated read time 2 min read
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For the award winning Canadian novelist and poet, Helen Humphreys, the journey of discovery started with a single apple, the Read More
Tags: #Apples #Helen Humphreys
In Nature and Well-being Trees and Shrubs

The Beginner’s Guide to Frankincense

26 January09 October Author J. L. James Estimated read time 6 min read
orange flower on white book page with Frankincense in a mini glass bottle with cloves and dried flowers surrounding.
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If you go to an Ethiopian restaurant you may be lucky enough to experience the Ethiopian coffee ceremony. As part Read More
Tags: #Boswellia #Boswellia papyrifera #Ethics #FairTrade #Frankincense #Harvesting #Somaliland #Sustainability
In Fruit Trees and Shrubs

Why Apples Are Good For You?

16 November05 February Author J. L. James Estimated read time 6 min read
Apples in a row with first apple eaten to the core.
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The apple comes in many varieties and colors, it is one of the most popular fruits today. How did this Read More
Tags: #Apple Juice #Apples #Pet Treats #Pomace
In Decor Trees and Shrubs

Decorate With Holly For Happy Holidays

15 November15 November Author J. L. James Estimated read time 4 min read
Christmas Holly Wreath
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The English or common holly is one of the most recognized plants of the Christmas holidays. This native of Europe Read More
Tags: #Christmas #Decorations #Holly
In Edibles Trees and Shrubs

Making Sumacade from Staghorn Sumac

01 September10 October Author J. L. James Estimated read time 4 min read
Staghorn sumac in the fall
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Up Canada way, in a village on the 45th parallel lies a stunningly beautiful peninsular replete with staghorn sumac. The Read More
Tags: #Foraging #Staghorn sumac #sumac tea #Sumacade

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