Archive for April, 2010

Enjoy a Sustainable Fourth of July Firework Show

Wednesday, April 7th, 2010

For many, it wouldn’t be a Fourth of July celebration without the fireworks. The striking colors in the sky along with their booms, pops and crackles make for an entertaining spectacle. However, they are not the safest items to be shooting up into the sky. Fireworks contain several unhealthy ingredients. A ...

What Is Hydroponic Gardening?

Monday, April 5th, 2010

Hydroponic can be broken down into two Greek words, “hydro” and “ponic,” which translate to water and labor, respectively. The art of growing plants started thousands of years ago, and in the 1950s it scientists began experimenting with this type of gardening. Several countries have had success with hydroponic gardening, ...

Conserving Water During the Summer

Friday, April 2nd, 2010

Conserving water is important during any time of the year. However, it’s more crucial in the summer time when you might be prone to waste it for extra showers or water activities in the backyard. So how can you be more cautious of your water usage during the warmer months ...