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Why Are The Leaves Of My Vanda Orchid Turning Yellow? Five Causes & How To Save A Dying Vanda
Caring for Vanda orchids can sometimes feel like a gardener's version of "Goldilocks and the Three Bears." Always trying to avoid "too much" or "too little" in the quest to arrive at what is "just right" for this temperamental yet beautiful plant. At least that's what I've experienced, and have heard voiced by many Vanda-growing friends. As cultivators of this finicky plant, we always seek to do the right thing, and with Vanda, it's sometimes hard to know exactly what that is. So, in the quest to share knowledge in the ever-growing orchid community, I am starting an Orchid series that answers specific questions. While I have a more comprehensive…
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Jane Iredale Enlighten Plus Under-Eye Concealer Review & First Impression
I have not done much in the way of beauty product reviews, however, thanks to a chance encounter with a free sample, I think I've found a product worthy of some attention. In this Jane Iredale Enlighten Plus Under-Eye Concealer review, I will share my thoughts on how this concealer measures up in term of color correction, wear, and skin-soothing ingredients for sensitive skin. Like many of you, when it comes to cosmetics, my goal is to look natural and healthy while using as few products as possible. Plus, in my ongoing attempt at becoming a minimalist, I am quite particular with the products I choose. Therefore, when I stumbled…
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Easy Homemade Ginger Ale Sweetened Naturally – How To Make It & Why You Should
Why ginger ale? Well, as one of the best "classic" soft drinks, the unique flavor of ginger gives its namesake ale a distinctive warm, spicy, yet invigorating taste no other soft drink has. But, this recipe is no ordinary mix of ginger, sugar and water. What truly makes this ginger ale something special is the combination of ginger with other earthy and exotic spices like cardamom, allspice and vanilla. It's that blend of rich and spicy flavors that takes this ginger ale over the top, and will make guests ask for seconds. Throw in a splash of zesty lime or lemon juice and you have the ultimate refreshing summer soda…
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How To Trim An Orchid’s Dead Roots & Why You Should: A Step-By-Step Guide With Pictures
Have you looked at your orchid's roots lately? Your plant may appear healthy on the surface, but what lies beneath can be frightening. In this post, I discuss how to trim an orchid's dead roots & why it may benefit your orchid. If you look at your orchid's roots, whether while repotting or by chance, you may be disturbed by what you see. Brown, shriveled, desiccated shells now hang where once plump, silvery green roots flourished. A disturbing sight I know, but you are not alone as it's something every orchid grower must face at some point. As part of an ongoing orchid series for the home gardener, I am…