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Donate Excess Produce to Food Pantries
Practice zero-waste gardening by donating your garden's excess produce to local food pantries or other community organizations.
Urban Farms: A Great Source for Herbs
One restaurant owner in Chicago relies on local farms for outstanding in-season herbs and other produce.
Zero-Waste Holiday Decor for the Home
Decorate your home with zero-waste decor that can be reused, recycled or consumed—instead of toxic landfill trash. The Christmas decorations of Colonial Williamsburg offer inspiration for using natural decor.
Quick Pickling: Garlic, Lemon, Peppercorns & Bay Pickles
You can make these pickles with cucumbers or a plethora of other fresh vegetables plucked from your own garden or farmers' market, including summer squash, carrots, tomatoes, peppers, onions and more.
Lighting for Tomorrow, Today
Jessica discusses her experience as a judge at the Lighting for Tomorrow energy-efficient lighting design competition.
Prevent Illness: Elderberry-Rose Hips Tea
One guest blogger's special, original recipe prevents illness and quickly helps recover from, or completely ward off, colds, flu and other malaise.
A Summertime Favorite: French Tarragon & Grapefruit Sparkler
This cooling French tarragon-infused drink can help you quickly beat the summer heat.
GE Lighting Announces New LED Bulbs
GE Lighting's full line of light-emitting diode (LED) GE Energy Smart incandescent replacement bulbs are anticipated to be on store shelves within the next 16 months.
Herbal Travels: Chicago Botanic Garden
I wish you could experience the English Walled Garden at the Chicago Botanic Garden in Glencoe, Illinois. Blooming wisteria drapes over rows of trellised classical columns and flowering fruit trees shimmer in the breeze.
How To: Quick Pickling
Try even more of our favorite, flavorful herb pickling recipes. They only take minutes to make.
Green Rookie: Chic, Energy-Efficient Lighting Options
The recipe for a well-lit room involves combining energy-efficient bulbs with stylish, sustainable light fixtures.
Zero-Waste Tips: How to Reduce Food Waste
For a zero-waste kitchen, learn how to reduce food waste with these tips from guest blogger Letitia Star.
LittleFootprint Lighting Unveils HeronLED Task Lighting
LittleFootprint Lighting has announced the availability of its high quality, high performance HeronLED Personal Task Light for corporate and home office environments.
Winter Tips from the Professional Landcare Network
Protect plants, trees and shrubs during the winter season with these tips from the Professional Landcare Network.
Gardening With Disabilities: Jump-Start Seedlings Indoors
Starting seeds indoors is economical, fun, and easy to do for most anyone. Gardening under lights can be as simple or complex, inexpensive or expensive as you desire. Starts can then be planted outdoors in easily accessed containers or raised beds.
5-Minute Chocolate Ice Cream Toppings
Deliciously cool off this summer with these naturally-sweetened chocolate ice cream toppings made with fair trade cocoa.
Cree Introduces Brightest, Most Efficient LED Lamp Yet
Cree's new dimmable LED bulb emits a warm, incandescent-like color.
Tansy, Russian Sage and Ladybugs, Oh My!
Watch for beneficial ladybugs the next time you rid your garden of tansy. The Lemon Verbena Lady shares pictures and a short story about tansy, russian sage and ladybugs in her herb garden.
The Search for the Lost Ladybug
Native ladybugs are disappearing around the nation. Learn more about how you can help stop this problem.
4 Must-Haves for Stress-Free Air Travel
A former international flight attendant shares her secrets to staying healthy and happy while flying.
Choose Organic Lipstick
A study released by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in September found lead in lipstick at much higher levels than those discovered by the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics (CSC) in a 2007 study.
Borrow and Lend With Thingloop
A new social networking tool helps you share rarely used items with friends and neighbors, keep track of who has your stuff, and even lets you know how much you're saving by borrowing instead of buying.
Gardening With a Black Thumb: Landscaping Tips
Guest blogger Eileen Troemel offers landscaping tips for those with a black thumb looking to start a new garden bed, plant a live fence or grow outdoors.
Desperate Housewives Star Wears Jessie Steele Apron
The Herb Companion is ahead of the trends. One of our featured "List of Likes" products was seen on ABC's hit television show "Desperate Housewives." Learn how you can win the featured Jessie Steele apron.
Introducing LiveWall Planted Wall System
Hortech, Inc. announceds the introduction of its LiveWall planted wall system that transforms ordinary walls into vertical green landscapes.
Levi Strauss Aims to Build a Better Clothesline
Clotheslines are the most energy-efficient—but not always the most practical--drying option. Levi Strauss's Care to Air contest offers $10,000 for innovations that would improve or replace the clothesline.
Cash for Caulkers Part 1: Home Star Rebates Reimburse Homeowners for Insulation and Air and Duct Sealing
The "Cash for Caulkers" home-retrofitting program, known as the Home Star program, is expected to pass the Senate this summer. The bill offers rebates for 13 different types of retrofits, including insulation and air and duct sealing
Check It Out: You Could Start A Seed-Lending Library
The Richmond Grows Seed Lending Library lets patrons borrow and lend heirloom seeds and provides the information and support they need to grow them. Would you like to have a library like this in your town? You can start one!
When Cleaning Is Not a Chore
Cleaning can be calming, but nauseous-smelling products aren't as lovely as using herbs or "green" alternatives. Learn more about herbal cleaning.
Green Rookie: DIY Lighting
Need a new lamp? Make it, don't buy it! Here's how
Will You Make the Switch to Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs?
Some consumers are wary of the impending federal phaseout of incandescent light bulbs. Are you?
Natural Lotion: Lavera Body Lotion
The Natural Home and Garden offices have been overflowing with lotion recently In preparation for a product roundup in our September October 2011 issue, we called in lotions from more than half a dozen companies. With almost two dozen scents
Beauty Ingredient: What Helps Chapped Lips?
'Tis the season for dry chapped lips. Did you know that your lips do not have oil glands? Because of this, it's very important to make sure they are protected especially if you plan on being outdoors in harsh weather or wind. Discover what helps chapped lips.
The Natural Gardener: Bio Green Lawn Care
Guest blogger Jenn Leonard shares her experience with natural lawn nutrition service, Bio Green.
Natural Lip Balm: Addicted to Lip Balm: Red Roses BeesWork
Red Roses by BeesWork is a natural lip balm and natural lip tint that gets its color from the alkanet root and its softness from rosehips and evening primrose oil.
Luna Lodge: Paradise at the End of the Road
At Luna Lodge, a quiet resort and spa on the Osa Peninsula, pampers and educates guests about living sustainably.
Product Warnings: Take With a Grain of Borax
The best defense against potential hazards in products you like? Be responsible.
What Does It Mean to Go Green?
Guest blogger Tracy Herz juggles greenspeak 101 while considering what products and certifications she will use in her West Virginia condo remodel.
In The News: Most Home-Packed Lunches Aren't Properly Refrigerated
Children's lunches aren't kept cool enough before lunch, leading to the possibility of food-borne illnesses.
Holiday Cooking Recipes with Bay Laurel and Sage
The Lemon Verbena Lady shares her favorite holiday cooking recipes with bay laurel, the 2009 Herb of the Year, and other festive herbs.
Weed & Water Wednesday: Processing Dead Leaves into Mulch, Compost and Leaf Mold
With a few simple tips, you can transform the leaves overtaking your yard into valuable, nutrient-dense compost, mulch or leaf mold.
10 Tips to Extend the Life of Your Washer and Dryer
Extend the life of your washer and dryer and save money on repairs with these 10 tips.
LG Unveils Hot New Green Bottom-Freezer Refrigerator
LG Electronics unveiled a new energy-efficient bottom-freezer refrigerator at the Maison & Object living design exhibition in Paris. The product, which uses linear compressor technology to save energy, was named the best example of an eco-chic product at the exhibition.
Meatless Monday Recipe: Yummy Veggie Meatloaf
Veggie meatloaf makes for a hearty, delicious entree or side dish perfect for vegetarians and vegans at Thanksgiving. Check out these three varieties: one features chickpeas, one lentils and one vegetarian meat substitute.
New Hemp Fabric Provides Lycra Alternative
CRAiLAR, a new fiber made from hemp stalks, could revolutionize the sustainable fabrics industry by bringing down the cost of organic textiles.
Awakening of a Young Greenie
Follow a young environmental enthusiast through daily and long-term changes.
Green Architecture Spotlight: The Sprouting Building
Natural Home editorial intern Kristin Standley examines the Sprouting Building of Montpellier and its living green facade.
January Labs Takes Great Care in Formulating New Skincare Blends
January Labs knows that each ingredient plays an important role in the final product, and that a harmonious mix results in great skincare.
Spring Garden Tips: 3 Springtime Recipes
The Lemon Verbena Lady is happily finding herbs in her spring herb garden while she remembers favorite recipe to use with each herb.
Breakthough Could Make LED Lighting Affordable for the Masses
Silicon-based LEDs, expected to hit the market in two or three years, could lower prices by as much as 75 percent.
Cooking with Bay Laurel: Rice Pudding with Bay
Sweet Bay is not just for slow-cooked, savory foods. Try it fresh in desserts and puddings for a spicy flavor.
Choosing Safe Makeup and Beauty Products
Guest blogger Faith Moser shares four dangerous ingredients to avoid when choosing safe makeup as well as some of the products in her beauty bag.
Tyson Recalls Infected Deli Meat from Walmart Grab-and-Go Sandwiches
Zemco Industries, a division of Tyson, has recalled 380,000 pounds of deli meat suspected to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogens, a deadly foodborne bacteria, from Walart stores across the nation.
Food Thoughts: Local and Sustainable, Beyond the Greens
Maybe you're a locavore, or a flexitarian. But have you thought about how to make eating meat more sustainable, humane, or local?
Natural Lipstick: Lavera Offers $10 Natural Lipstick Coupon
Natural Home assistant editor Kim Wallace spots a great deal! Send in your old lipstick to Lavera, a natural cosmetics company, and Lavera will send you a $10 coupon to purchase a new, natural lipstick online!
Costa Rica's Osa Peninsula: A Photographic Journey
Barbara Bourne's exquisite photos capture Costa Rica's lush Osa Peninsula, where Luna Lodge and Finca Exotica are showing guests how exquisite sustainable living can be.
Green Threads at Target: Loomstate for Target Organic Clothing Line
Natural Home editor-in-chief Robyn Griggs Lawrence is ready to shop for eco-friendly, organic cotton Loomstate clothing at Target this spring.
Less Trash in the Landfill
Here's something positive to blame on the recession: Less trash is going into the landfill. Natural Home editor-in-chief Robyn Griggs Lawrence takes a look at the changing American throwaway culture.
Starbucks Greens its Coffee Cups
Natural Home editorial intern Kirsten Hudson discusses Starbucks' progress in making its coffee cups recyclable.
Study: To Live Longer, Eat Fewer Calories
According to the Okinawan diet, those who eat fewer calories just might live longer. Dr. Amber French discusses this study and analyzes how cutting 20 percent of your daily calorie intake might help you lose weight stave off age-related disease.
Shine Your Light Now
Take a few of these lighting suggestions with you from the 2005 Lighting for Tomorrow competition sponsored by the American Lighting Association.
LED Bulbs Contain Lead and Arsenic, Study Finds
A new study warns that energy-efficient LED light bulbs contain potentially hazardous metals. Some lights had eight times the amount of lead allowed by California law.
Transformation Tuesday: Turn Mealtime from Rush to Ritual
Revive a feeling of ritual at your dinner table by summoning the family with a dinner gong made of reclaimed materials.
Buying Appliances for a LEED-Certified Home
Natural Home guest blogger Rebecca Selove narrows down her choices of Energy Star-rated appliances for her LEED-certified home in Tennessee.
Gardening With a Black Thumb: Easy-to-Grow Indoor Plants
Guest blogger Eileen Troemel sets out to find easy-to-grow indoor plants that she can successfully keep alive with a black thumb.
Library Love! Encouraging Your Kids to Read
Encourage your children to read by taking them to the library.
Finding Green Electronics: Understanding Carbon Footprint Calculations
A Carnegie Mellon study finds fault with carbon footprint calculations. Thankfully, we have other ways of determining environmental impact.
The Citizen's Guide to Climate Policy
The Citizen's Guide to Climate Policy empowers everyday citizens with the knowledge to go up against industry lobbyists and fight for strong climate change legislation.
Eco Lips Launches "Create It Yourself" Lip Balm
Eco Lips now offers [My] Eco Lips, a website that gives consumers the power to create a custom lip balm exactly the way they want it in just a few simple steps.
Natural Lip Balm: Addicted to Lip Balm: Eco-Lips
Natural Home assistant editor reviews Eco-Lips' natural lip balm.
Luna Lodge: Powered by Hydro
Luna Lodge, on Costa Rica's Osa Peninsula, relies on hydro power.
Certified Green Homes Sell for 30% More in Oregon
Existing homes that are certified as "green" sold for 30 percent more than homes without such a designation, according to an analysis of the Portland, Oregon, metropolitan region released today by Earth Advantage Institute, a nonprofit green building resource. Newly constructed homes with a sustainability certification sold for 8 percent more than non-certified homes. This result continues a four-year trend in which new homes with third-party certification for sustainable construction and energy performance have consistently sold for more than newly constructed homes that had not been certified. The term 'certified home' includes homes that received an Earth Advantage New Homes, ENERGY STAR, or a LEED for Homes designation, or a combined Earth Advantage/ENERGY STAR certification.
Love Your Basil: Real Texas Tomato Jalapeño Pie with Lettuce Leaf Basil
Try this Valentine's Day-inspired spicy basil pie recipe for a heart-healthy treat.
National Homebuilder Offers Solar as Standard Feature
One of the nation's largest home developers announces it will offer solar arrays as standard features on new homes in California.
Natural Leather Care: Howard Naturals Leather Conditioning Cream
Howard Naturals Leather Conditioning Cream is loaded with creamy, natural ingredients that made my dull boots instantly shine.
Make These Simple Candle Lanterns (Sorry, Pottery Barn...)
Use old jars to make these cute, inexpensive candle lanterns—for a fraction of what you'd pay if you bought them at the store.
Love Your Basil: New Year Black-Eyed Pea with Lettuce Leaf Basil Pie
In the South we bring in the new year eating black-eyed peas. You should try my pie—it might even bring you luck wherever you live!
Natural Lip Balm: Addicted to Lip Balm: EO
Natural Home assistant editor Kim Wallace reviews peppermint natural lip balm from EO.
CSA Enhances Sustainable Lifestyle in Midcoast Maine Ecovillage
A local community supported agriculture farm in Midcoast Maine offers a sustainable lifestyle for members of the Belfast Ecovillage.
What is a Localvore?
Eating local doesn't have to be limiting or expensive. Learn how to eat local using tips from the book Animal, Vegetable, Miracle.
In The News: Cantaloupe Linked to the Deadliest Listeria Outbreak in a Decade
Get all the information about how to protect yourself from the latest listeria outbreak.
Wifi Light Bulbs: Smart Step or High-Tech Clutter?
NXP's wifi light bulb would allow homeowners to turn LED and compact fluorescent lights on and off from anywhere, using any Internet-enabled device. Some say it's the first step toward building 'smart' computer-controlled homes. Do we need this?
Under the Stars
A country girl shares love under the stars.
Six Rug Companies Join Campaign to End Child Labor
Six rug and carpet companies have joined the GoodWeave certification program, which works to end illegal child labor in the South Asian carpet industry.
Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act: A Good Start
In wake of slow federal action, Boulder, Colorado, parents make a grassroots push for healthy, nutritious school lunches.
Switch to Natural Fabric Softener for Safer Laundry
Guest blogger Faith Moser shares five laundry tips (including a homemade natural fabric softener) for cling- and chemical-free clothing.
Basil: Herbal Lore and Legends
Do you know your herbal history? Learn about the folklore and legends that surround a popular herb.
9 Beauty and Health Benefits of Yogurt
Thanks to its live cultures, yogurt can balance bacteria in the body, offering a number of health and even beauty benefits. Discover the health benefits of yogurt!
Food for Thought: Five Tips for Losing Weight in May
Bathing suit season approaches! Guest blogger Stephanie Small goes beyond the standard "portion-control-and-exercise" weight loss tips to bring you the top five truths you must know in order to drop the pounds. Look for one new tip on each Monday in May.
How to Recycle Empty Cosmetics Containers
Natural Home assistant editor Kim Wallace explains how to recycle your empty cosmetics containers.
Easy Recipes for Homemade Lunches
Try these recipes for homemade lunch staples, such as bread, deli meat and condiments.
Growing Bay Laurel (2009 Herb of the Year)
Sweet Bay is surprisingly easy to grow and offeres wonderfully spicy flavors to your kitchen.
Now Is The Time To Prune Lavender
Whether you are pruning, trimming or deadheading, early pruning is better for the lavender in your herb garden. Also, try my recipe for Lavender Lemonade.
Teriyaki Tofu Kebabs with Hungry Girl Lisa Lillien
Lisa Lillien, aka Hungry Girl, shares a recipe for Teriyaki Tofu Kebabs, perfect for a neighborhood block party or backyard cookout.
Green Travel: Chicago Architecture Foundation River Cruise
Climb on board Chicago's First Lady for an in depth lesson on the city's stunning architecture as you sail the Chicago River during the Chicago Architecture Foundation River Cruise.
Homemade Herb Infused Oils and Salves with Plantain and Violet Leaf
Spring is the perfect time to wild craft gently soothing vulnerary herbs, such as plantain and violet leaf, to make healing oils and salves. Learn more about these wonderful springtime botanicals with useful recipes for infused oils and medicinal salves.
New LED Light Bulbs: Panasonic Everleds
Panasonic Everleds offer new energy-efficient lighting that lasts almost two decades with regular use.
Meatless Monday Recipe: Mashed Potato Pancakes
Try these intriguing Mashed Potato Pancakes next time you have leftovers to use up!
Food for Thought: Why Low-Fat Diets Can Make You Sick
Guest blogger Stephanie Small reviews the importance of fat and its crucial role in the body. Stephanie explains why trans fats are toxic, why saturated fats are necessary and why low-fat diets don't work.
Americans Unaware of Federal Phase-Out of Incandescent Light Bulbs
A GE Lighting survey finds that 82 percent of Americans use compact fluorescent light bulbs—and 75 percent have no idea that the government plans to phase out incandescent light bulbs starting in 2012.
Local Herb Societies and a Summertime Chili
No need to go it alone. Local herb societies are like old friends, and recipes and techniques abound.
Laugh More, Hurt Less: Study Finds Laughter Increases Pain Tolerance
A new study from the Institute of Social and Cultural Anthropology at the University of Oxford finds that 15 minutes of laughter increases pain tolerance.
Love of Gardening Started in the Cradle
Marci O'Brien writes about sharing her love of gardening with her daughter.
Looptwork Reworks Manufacturing Process to Create Eco-Friendly Clothing
Upcycled clothing company Looptwork abandons the traditional clothing-manufacturing model to create eco-friendly clothing and accessories repurposing abandoned materials .
Should marijuana be legalized?
Do you think marijuana should be legalized? Why? Answer the question in our comments section below to join the conversation.
Food Wise: Fruit as a Reward
Giving fruit as a reward for potty training was successful with my niece and healthier than candy, even the natural kind.
Two New Laws in Colorado Make Rain-Catching Legal
Colorado residents can now legally catch and store rainwater for landscape irrigation.
Exercise Regularly to Fight Memory Loss
Staying physically active as you age may help ward off memory loss.
Kitchens Get Bigger, Garages Get Smaller: 10 Most-Wanted Features for New Homes
An annual survey of home buyers found that Americans want smaller homes with a focus on casual living and togetherness. From larger kitchens to outdoor living spaces, these 10 features were the most popular. Find out how you can get them, too!
Rediscover Public Libraries for Sustainable Summer Reading
Reading books from your local public library is a greener alternative to buying new books.
Gardening Rookie: Drowning in Leaves
With these easy ideas, you can make the most of all the leaves that have taken over your yard.
Love Your Basil: Lemon Basil
When she thinks of summer, our guest blogger, Ramona Werst, thinks of lemonade. Learn how to grow and cook with her favorite lemonade garnish: lemon basil.
3 Simple Steps to a Sustainable Home
Plant a patio garden, get a more efficient TV and change your light bulbs, suggests eco-designer Sabrina Soto.
The Garden Buzz: Adding Bog Sage to the Wish List
During her afternoon walk, one blogger stumples upon a breathtaking plant with an ugly name that catches her eye with its unique beauty.
Blueberry deliciousness
Delicious recipe with blueberries and cantaloupe
Growing Luffa Cylindrica: It's More Than Just a Sponge
Until this year our newest guest blogger thought loofahs were a sea sponge. Wrong! While visiting California she came across The Luffa Farm in Nipomo, California. Discover what's so great about growing a luffa gourd!
Which is Greener: Buying Digital Readers or Reading Books from the Library?
The recent trend towards e-readers may cut back on environmental impact, but they also take away the tangible qualities of reading a book.
Green Your Life: Out to Lunch
Going green on your lunch break is an easy way to show Mother Nature you really care. Dani delves into the art of greening your afternoon eats.
5 Ways to Make Gardening with Kids Enjoyable
Gardening with kids doesn't have to be stressful. Here are five simple steps to make gardening with kids more enjoyable.
Lose Sleep, Gain Weight: The Link Between Sleep and Weight
Sleeping fewer than seven hours a night will cause your body to hold onto fat and lose muscle mass, but sleeping for a full night will help your body to burn fat.
Meatless Monday Recipe: Mushroom-Stuffed Squash, Leek and Fennel Soup
The New York Times reports our carbon emissions in 2011 were the highest on record. Reduce your family's carbon footprint by choosing vegetarian recipes such as Fennel and Leek Soup and Delicata Squash Stuffed with Wild Mushrooms and Herbs.
Tales from an Urban Farmer: Broccoli As Big As My Head
Guest blogger Kathleen Gasperini shares one of the challenges of urban farming: traveling while the garden is ready to harvest!
Miss Kale: One Girl's Bumpy Journey to Becoming an Urban Farmer
Guest blogger Kathleen Gasperini documents her journey to becoming a successful urban farmer in Los Angeles.
Covers, Covers Everywhere
Jessica discusses the process, including several reader surveys, the Natural Home staff goes through to choose each issue's cover.
Two Good Chairs: Preserving Resources, Amplifying Delight
The "One Good Chair" competition winners, announced at Winter Las Vegas Market, demonstrate that minimal materials can result in maximum comfort.
Win an Organic Mattress and Bedding!
Conventional bedding is full of toxic chemicals that outgas while you sleep. Don't settle for a chemical-laden bed—win an organic bedroom from Lifekind!
Celebrate the Winter Solstice: Make a Wish for the New Year
Make a yule log—out of wood or chocolate—and welcome the sun's return.
Suitcase Crafts: 4 Ways to Repurpose Old Luggage
Transform old luggage into fun, functional furniture with these four suitcase crafts.
Lovely Lilac: Edible Flower Recipes
Fresh lilacs are just one of many edible flowers you can enjoy this spring.
5 Green Beauty Products from A Night of Green Beauty
This year marked the inaugural natural beauty pop-up event, A Night For Green Beauty. The event featured enthusiastic green beauty bloggers and fabulous green beauty brands. Here I've compiled a handful of green beauty products that caught my eye from companies La Bella Figura, One Love Organics, May Lindstrom, H. Gillerman Organics and Ilia.
Herbal Travels: Loire Valley, France
The Lemon Verbena Lady describes her 20th wedding anniversary trip to the Loire Valley in France and shares her search for unusual herbs.
Green Your Life: The Benefits of a Clothesline
Save money and energy by ditching the dryer and air drying your clothes instead.
Hydroponics in the Office, Post 1
In the first of this series, we test out a hydroponics growing kit by planting lettuce and herbs indoors under the lights of a Worm's Way hydroponics system.
8 Ways to Green Your Thanksgiving Celebration
Give thanks and give back to the earth this Thanksgiving by greening your celebration. Here are eight tips to get you started.
Extend Your Growing Season with a Cold Frame
Easily extend your growing season with a cold frame, a simple enclosure with a transparent lid.
One-Stop Holiday Shopping for the Tea Lover from Numi Organic Tea
If there's a tea aficionado on your gift list this year, look no further than Numi Organic Teas for one-stop shopping.
Gardening with a Black Thumb: Joys of an Early Spring
Guest blogger Eileen Troemel shares images of the spring flowers blooming in her garden.
Run Forest, Run! And take some ginseng!
Which herbs will help keep you energized, focused and possibly in shape? One Herb Companion staffer looks for the answers.
Incandescent Light Bulbs: Not Dead Yet
Improvements in incandescent light bulb technology give compact fluorescent bulbs a revamped competitor.
Opinion: Fed Up With School Lunches
Although I'm not a mother, I find myself worrying about my future children's health. What are your children eating for lunch at their schools?
Herb Catalogs: Ready, Set, and Plant Those Herbs, Part 1
Lemon Verbena Lady is anxious to get planting new herbs in her herb garden. She explores the wonderful world of herb plant catalogs both in print and online in three installments because there is just so much herbal information to pass along!
Healthy, Herbal Vegan Recipes: Vegan Cheesy Lasagna
Adding recipes like this Vegan Cheesy Lasanga to your meal plan could do more than please your taste buds; it could also save your life.
96 Percent of Americans Believe GMOs Should Be Labeled
The vast majority of Americans believe labeling GMOs is necessary and ethical.
Natural Home Remedies for Constipation
Feeling plugged up? Relieve constipation with these natural laxatives and home remedies for constipation.
Toxic Chemicals in Cleaning Products
Guest blogger Lorraine Halsted shares a list of toxic chemicals in cleaning products commonly found around the house.
Urban Chicks: Raising Chickens in the City
Natural Home editor-in-chief Robyn Griggs Lawrence reviews the latest proposals banning urban chicken farming.
For Your Health: January is Radon Awareness Month
Learn how to identify and expel radon, the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S., from your home.
Herb Society Cookbooks: Herbal Cookery
The latest Herb Society cookbook is by the St. Louis Herb Society. Learn more about it.
Bonded Logic UltraTouch Denim Insulation Available at Menards
Bonded Logic, Inc., a leading manufacturer of insulation products, announced that Menards, a home improvement chain in the Midwest, will carry UltraTouch Denim Insulation.
Conserve Water with Levaqua OneTouch Digital Showerhead
Levaqua's OneTouch™ Digital Showerheads help consumers conserve water, while simultaneously providing a spa-quality shower experience.
Feel Good About Your Hairbrush: FSC-Certified Wooden Widu Brushes
Assistant editor Kim Wallace learns that FSC certification isn't just for green building supplies.
Building a Better Air Conditioner
The National Renewable Energy Laboratory has invented an air conditioner, the DEVap, that's up to 90 percent more efficient than traditional ACs.
Clean Your Home with Food (and Spirits) That You Already Have on Hand
Tea, salt, vodka, corn starch—even ketchup and mayonnaise—can be used to get your entire house clean. No kidding.
Transformation Tuesday: A Luxurious Guest Room in 3 Steps
Follow these three quick, simple steps to take your guest room from lifeless to luxurious.
Green Summer: John Legend's Summer Concert Tour Goes Green
Soul singer John Legend has teamed up with environmental group Reverb to make his summer tour eco-friendly.
B Corps: The "B" stands for Benefit
B Corps are serious about using business to make the world a better place. Look for the B Corp logo to ensure you're purchasing from a company that cares.
Garden Planning Tips for Beginners
Consider these garden planning tips for beginners before jumping in to gardening.
How to Start a Compost Bin
Have you ever wondered about the difficulties of starting a compost bin? Check out our recommendations and suggestions for composting as well as its benefits for your garden.
Obama Changes Lighting Efficiency Standards
President Obama and the Department of Energy are creating new standards for energy-efficiency in lighting.
Campaign for Safer Beauty Products
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the organization that is supposed to evaluate what's good for you and not good for you, does not evaluate ingredients in beauty products. If the FDA isn't going to monitor beauty products, who will? Natural Home assistant editor Kim Wallace reviews two organizations that campaign for safer beauty products.
Bringing the Herb Garden Indoors
Enjoy an herb garden no matter where you live or the time of the year by starting your own indoor garden system. With these starter tools it is simpler than ever.
Recommendations for a Lazy Gardener?
In the wake of some health concerns, the Samurai Sage seeks simple, low maintenance gardening ideas that result in pretty, good-smelling plants.
Cigarette Butt Home Insulation: Put Those Butts to Work!
An experiment in a London suburb turns cigarette butts into home insulation.
The Lunch Box Brings Nutritional Food Back to Schools
Whole Foods has teamed up with Chef Ann Cooper to create The Lunch Box, an online resource that encourages schools to make meals healthy again.
Kid-Friendly Recipes: Refreshing Drinks for Summer
Looking for refreshing drinks to serve to your little one? Use herbs to make drinks the whole family will enjoy!
DIY Composting for the Savvy Home Gardener
Keeping your own compost heap is a great way to benefit your garden while saving money. Learn more about DIY composting with guest blogger Rebecca Lynn Crockett.
Americans Overwhelmingly Support Incandescent Light Bulb Phaseout
Most Americans have tried low-energy light bulbs and like them.
NeighborGoods: Share Your Stuff!
NeighborGoods is an online community that lets you borrow and lend tools and other items from people in your area.
How Do You Make a Pumpkin Spice Latte?
Pumpkin spice lattes usually signifies the end of summer. Learn how to make this delicious seasonal brew.
Light Up the Night with Fireflies
A summertime symbol, the firefly, is slowly disappearing from nature. Read how you can help prevent this from happening.
Weekend Project: Simple, Pretty Pot Lights for Your Patio
Turn terra cotta planter pots into candle holders. This super simple project is an inexpensive way to bring a little romance to your garden.
The Flowers of Traditional Chinese Medicine
Flowering herbs have a long history of medicinal use across the world: Discover seven components of Eastern alternative medicine.
Garden Inspiration: Plant a Spiral Garden
Try this fun garden-layout idea for your medicinal herbs this spring.
Eat Local: Sign Up For A Community Supported Agriculture Group
Give the grocery store a rest and try some fresh local food options. Check out the nearest farmer's market, or look into joining a CSA.
Mom and Son in a 650-Square-Foot Homesteader's Cabin: The Perfect Amount of Space
Victoria Gazeley considers her revitalized 650-square-foot homesteader's cabin, located on 7 acres of fertile earth in British Columbia, a blessing. "I absolutely love living here," she says.
7 Cleansing Foods for a Natural Detox
Naturally cleanse your body with fruits, vegetables and other foods that fortify the liver, bind to toxins and help remove impurities from your body.
Herbal Pests: The Four-Lined Plant Bug
The four-lined plant bug is a regional pest that plagues plants belonging to the mint family and other of your herbal favorites.
An Herbal Dream Come True
One herb lover gets a chance to write her very own blog for her favorite herb magazine, The Herb Companion.
Food for Thought: How Hidden Food Allergies Can Cause Weight Gain
Natural Home guest blogger Stephanie Small reveals the little food allergy that could mean big weight gain.
Green City Garden Girl: Soup Season: Mushroom and Leek Soup
Guest blogger KyLynn Hull shares a simple and tasty recipe for hearty mushroom and leek soup.
Treating Depression Naturally: Bright Light Therapy
Treat seasonal depression with bright light therapy, one tenant of the Therpeutic Lifestyle Change's program.
DIY: Homemade Lip Tint
Use nature's own ingredients to add color and moisture to your lips with this homemade lip tint.
Herbal Crafts for Kids: Creamsicle Lip Balm
Create a yummy summertime lip balm with your kids.
Tiny House: The Cube Project
Designed to be a comfortable, modern home with a minimum impact on the environment, the Cube generates its own energy and proves that you don't have to sacrifice creature comforts to live in a small space.
Green Your Life: Forget Dryer Sheets—Use a Dryer Sachet!
Shrink your dryer sheet waste and use a dryer sachet instead. Learn about the benefits of dryer sachets, how to make your own sachet and a few ideas about what to do with your used dryer sheets.
Levi's Brand Introduces Waste Less Denim Collection
Levi's jeans brand introduces its Waste>Less denim collection made from recycled bottles as the next chapter in its sustainable design initiative.
MIT Researchers Track Trash
Trash Track, an MIT research project, aims to highlight consumers' waste habits by electronically tracking trash from homes to landfills.
Eight Ways to Jump Start Your Holidays.
Looking for eight ways to jump start your holidays? Try these tips and treats from The Herb Companion.
Mugwort: What Dreams May Come?
Mugwort, an herb that was once used as a charm used against evil spirits, treatment toward alleviating digestion and a preventative solution for tired feet, is also an herb that has been used to induce vivid dreams.
Weekend Project: DIY Solar Jar Lights
Solar-powered jar lights are pretty but too pricey. You can easily make your own using easy-to-find items from the hardware store.
Love Your Basil: Reuben Sandwiches with Serata Basil
Use leftover corned beef and Serata basil to make these Reuben Sandwiches.
The Top 10 Least Toxic Cities in America
Forbes releases its list of the least toxic cities in America, from Texas to Pennsylvania.
A Sustainable Treehouse Community in Costa Rica
Finca Bella Vista in Costa Rica, a community of sustainable treehouses in the jungle canopy, connected by zip lines and suspension bridges, is an Ewok Village come to life.
Organic Cotton Tea Towels from Hammocks & High Tea
Tea towels are the perfect accessory to add life to your kitchen. Wipe your hands on them, or hang them up as décor. Hammocks & High Tea's collection of tea towels features global prints in rich colors.
Organic Table Linens: Amenity Placemats
Design your dining room with patterned placemats from Amenity. Made of organic cotton and hemp, these placemats come in a variety of colors and designs, making it easy to find the perfect fit for your room.
Throwback Thursday: A Lookout Tower Home
A lookout tower home featuring reclaimed materials connects its homeowner with her past, present and future.
Buy a Lulan Artisans Bag, Fight Human Trafficking
Target Red Shop offers Lulan Artisans' fair trade clutch bags to help build better lives for weavers in southeast Asia and end human trafficking.
The Herbs from Mother Earth
A few herbal lessons from The Urban Herbalist.
Where Can I Find Beeswax Products
Purchase beeswax, soap making and candle making supplies from GloryBee Foods' online store.
Dairy- and Sugar-Free Pumpkin Spice Latte Recipe
Love the pumpkin spice latte? Then try this dairy-free, sugar-free pumpkin spice latte recipe that calls for real pumpkin—not just flavoring!
Green Rookie: After-Christmas Cleanup
Christmas may have passed, but the remnants of the holiday festivities remain—piles of wrapping paper, boxes, and ribbons tangled strands of lights trees losing needles all over the living room floor. Fortunately, cleaning up after another holiday season is easier—and more
2010 Predictions: Simpler, Greener Lifestyles
As a new year unfolds, Natural Home forecasts 2010 predictions—and it's good news—Americans will become smarter, greener consumers.
3 Delicious Summer Recipes
Step into summer early with these three delicious summer recipes.
Natural Lip Balm: Addicted to Lip Balm: Burt's Bees Beeswax Lip Balm
Honeybees are disappearing fast, and nobody really knows why. One way you can help yourself and the bees is to try the classic Burt's Bees Beeswax Lip Balm. Five percent of the sales from the balm will go to CCD research.
Natural Lip Balm: Addicted to Lip Balm: The Body Shop Hemp Lip Protector
As scandalous as it once seemed to be, the Hemp Lip Protector at The Body Shop isn't that crazy
Solar Is Fastest-Growing Energy Sector
The bad news? Coal-fired power plants are our biggest source of industrial pollution. The good news? Solar grew by 67 percent last year, making it our fastest-growing energy sector.
Natural Lotion: EO Everyday Body Lotion
EO's Everyday Body Lotion leaves skin soft and smooth without feeling greasy or oily.
Natural Lotion: Pangea Organics Hand and Body Lotion
Pangea Organics Hand and Body Lotion goes on smoothly, leaves hands moisturized and comes in four unusual scents.
4 Health Benefits of Watermelon
Discover a few health benefits of watermelon, a favorite summertime treat.
Raising Children in a Multi-Generational Ecovillage
Guest blogger Sarah Lozanova details her excitement about raising her children in a multi-generational ecovillage once her family moves to the Belfast Cohousing & Ecovillage in Maine.
Raising Kids in Cohousing Communities
Guest blogger Sarah Lozanova explains the benefits of raising kids in cohousing communities such as the Belfast Cohousing and Ecovillage her family is moving into.
An Energy- and Resource-Efficient Louisiana Home Remodel--For $98 A Square Foot
After a tree crushed the back of their shotgun home (while 40 Hurricane Katrina refugees were camped out there), a Baton Rouge couple rebuilt a green, energy-efficient house that encourages connection with their neighborhood's 'front porch' culture.
A Restored Creole Cottage That Stays Naturally Cool
This 19th-century Creole cottage was disassembled, moved and meticulously reassembled and restored on a new site in Breaux Bridge, Louisiana. Built for its climate, the welcoming home is an excellent example of passive cooling and material reuse.
A Healthy Lifestyle, Not a Slimmer Waistline, May Be Key To Living Longer
A new study found that, obese or not, the number of years you live depends on your lifestyle.
Herbal Travels: South Beach Food for the Super Bowl in Miami
Enjoy South Beach food, culture and the Super Bowl in Miami, Florida.
Herbal College Care Package
Assemble this simple list of herbal items and send them to your student to show how much you care.
Want to Ditch Your Stomach Fat? Try Probiotics!
A recent study found that consuming dairy products with the probiotic Lactobacillus gasseri can help reduce abdominal fat in overweight people.
Alternatives to Animal Testing: More Cruelty-Free Recipes
Stand against animal testing with certified cruelty-free cosmetics and homemade lip balms and lotions.
What Does Your Clothing Tag Say?
With its new clothing tags, Levi's encourages consumers to donate unwanted clothes to Goodwill.
Food for Thought: What is an Eating Disorder?
Could you have an eating disorder such as anorexia, bulimia, or orthorexia? Learn the differences between normal and harmful behaviors around food and weight.
Food for Thought: An Exercise for Intuitive Eating
Following a diet out of a book means you're just adhering to a set of externally imposed rules. Learn how to listen to your body for direction on what nourishes you.
Protect Your Eyes with Vision-Improving Supplements
Fight computer eyestrain with herbs and minerals that naturally improve vision and fight age-related macular degeneration.
Pack Your Kid's Lunch the Green Way!
This school year pack a healthy lunch with zero waste!
GE's New Halogen-CFL Bulb Turns On Instantly
In GE's new bulb, a halogen capsule—which turns on instantly—is nestled inside a compact fluorescent swirl. The halogen bulb turns off when the CFL warms up, maintaining the light's energy efficiency.
A Green Home: Window Light Fixture
Rescue old windows and recycle them into beautiful light fixtures.
Eco-Friendly Nursery Decor
Finding adorable and eco-friendly nursery decor is easy! It's narrowing down the options that is the hard part. Check out this sustainable, handmade nursery decor for a healthy, great-looking nursery.
Why We Use Bamboo for the Natural Home Kitchenware Line
Natural Home chose bamboo for its kitchenware line because it's both sustainable and beautiful.
Stress Less with Calming Teas
Drinking tea is the perfect relaxation ritual. Stress less with help from three of my favorite calming tea formulas using calming herbs that can be enjoyed daily.
Turkey Raising in Texas
A Texas couple who raises grass-fed beef without chemicals or hormones tried raising turkeys for the first time this Thanksgiving season.
Palmpring Introduces Organic Coconut Fiber and Natural Latex Mattress
Palmpring introduces its line of hpyo-allergenic, 100 percent organic coconut fiber and natural latex mattresses to health-conscious Americans.
Frank Lloyd Wright's Willey House: Small, Affordable and Green
When Steve Sikora and Lynette Erickson-Sikora restored Frank Lloyd Wright's first small, affordable home, they discovered how green the iconic architect really was.
Herbal Travels: The Fenton House Garden in England
Take a trip across the pond with the Lemon Verbena Lady to discover a 300-year-old garden.
Herbal Travels: The Chelsea Physic Garden of London
The Lemon Verbena Lady shares her travels to the historic Chelsea Physic Garden, an apothecary herb garden in the heart of London.
Infographic: The Benefits of Buying Local
The United States imports more than $2.2 trillion worth of products from 150 countries every year. That's just crazy, given all the benefits that buying locally can bring to both consumers and communities.
7 Eco-Friendly Gifts Under $40
In need of an earth-conscious gift that won't put a dent in your wallet? Check out these seven eco-friendly gifts—all under $40.
Energy Star Program Gets Serious
Following a disastrous investigation into the Energy Star program's certification process, the Department of Energy and the Environmental Protection Agency are making major changes, including scrapping automated approval and requiring stricter lab results.
In the News: Olive Leaf Extract Lowers Blood Pressure
A new study shows that olive leaf extract may lower blood pressure.
Last Minute Gift: Relaxing Sage and Lavender Bath Salts
December 25th is right around the corner. If you're looking for a last-minute gift this holiday season, make these Relaxing Sage and Lavender Bath Salts. This homemade gift is budget-friendly, is quick and easy to make and speaks from the heart.
The Top 10 Most Toxic Cities in America
From Los Angeles to Philadelphia, Forbes rates the ten most toxic cities in the United States.
Natural Lotion Review: John Masters Organics Bare Unscented Lotion
John Masters Organics Bare Unscented Lotion lightweight and fragrance-free formula makes it a must-have for those with sensitivities to fragrance.
Green Rookie: Adding Color With Low-VOC Paint
For a quick (and inexpensive) burst of color, nothing beats painting the walls. Here's why it's worthwhile to make the paint you use low-VOC.
Get Kids to Eat Their Colors!
Red apples, orange carrots, green kale, purple eggplant—eating colorful foods is good for little growing bodies! A great way to get kids excited & interested in fruits and vegetables is to talk about it's connection to color!
5 Fabulous Porches
Every good home needs a porch. From fireside chats to sleeping—and even hanging laundry—porches can accommodate every aspect of our lives. Here are five inspiring examples to put a fire under your porch-sitting fantasies.
Guidelines for Guerrilla Gardening
Guerilla gardening can be a useful way to save space around the homestead while connecting with your community. Follow these guidelines to be a respectful guerilla gardener.
Helping an Herb Companion Friend
A fire ripped through and destroyed the home and garden of an Herb Companion friend, Ester Shouse. Read Ester's story and find out what you can do to help.
Carol Venolia Teaches Austinites to Live Lusciously
This week green building author, architect and Natural Home columnist Carol Venolia dispenses advice on green remodeling during workshops sponsored by Design~Build~Live in Austin, Texas.
Tiny House: Off-Grid Cabin on Flathead Lake in Montana
Perched atop a cliff overlooking Montana's Flathead Lake, this 830-square-foot off-grid cabin steps lightly on its site so as not to disturb osprey nesting in the surrounding forest.
Check It Out: You Could Start A Seed-Lending Library
Just as libraries transformed society by giving everyone access to books, the Richmond Grows Seed Lending Library is providing all citizens the opportunity to borrow seeds and grow their own food. Start a seed-lending library in your town!
Do You Know Who Made Your Rug?
The new Goodweave certification label for rugs maintains RugMark International's stringent child labor-free policy.
A Summer Energy Audit Can Save You Money!
Summer marks the start of buzzing AC units, but this doesn't have to waste energy or drain your wallet. By accessing the energy leaks in your home with a simple energy audit, you'll save money on utility bills. Natural Home editor-in-chief Robyn Griggs Lawrence explains how to perform a home energy audit.
Pet-Friendly Lawns and Gardens
Popular fertilizers and mulches can be dangerous to our furry family members. Editorial intern Amanda Thompson discusses ways to make sure your lawn and garden are pet-friendly.
2 Thanksgiving Staples: Lovage and Sage
Welcome the holidays with two flavorful Thanksgiving herbs. Use lovage in our recipe for Cream of Carrot and Lovage Soup, and sage in our recipe for a delicious Feta-Sage Cornbread.
Borago Officinalis Adds Blue to Your Garden
The borage plant (Borago officinalis) is a tall herb with hairy foliage, blue starshaped flowers and many useful properties. Whether you use it for healthy, tasty greens, a medicinal herb or a companion plant for your strawberries and tomatoes, you'll be happy you planted borage.
How to Attract Birds to Your Backyard
Turn your backyard into a bird-watching hub by learning how to attract birds to your yard.
In the News: Cosmetic Laws That Make Sense
Diethyl phthalate is an ingredient used in many body care products that guest blogger Dawn has concern with. Learn how to use a costemic safety database to find out if your cosmetics are safe or include harmful ingredients.
Natural Bug Repellents for Camping
Try these valuable bug repellent formulas for a weekend in the woods.
Jeld-Wen Ups the Style and Performance on Custom Wood Double-Hung Windows
JELD-WEN doubles up on the style and performance points with Custom Wood Double-Hung Window enhancements
Kill Fungus Gnats with Summit Mosquito Bits
Summit Chemical's Mosquito Bits naturally kill fungus gnats using the biological control BTI.
Mow Gas-Free with the Recharge Mower Ultralite
The Recharge Mower Ultralite is a Cordless Lithium-powered push mower that weighs under 35 pounds.
New Broad Spectrum Zinc Moisturizer from Peter Lamas
The New Naturals Skincare Sheer Zinc Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30 from Peter Lamas provides protection from both UVA and UVB rays.
Eco-Friendly Wedding Dresses Part 5: Lea-Ann Belter, Sabrina
Jessica wears Lea-Ann Belter's Sabrina sustainable wedding gown as part of her eco-friendly wedding dress photo shoot.
Giving Thanks for Green
Jessica talks about giving thanks and the Hanna's Lunchbox program, in which a family is donating half the value of their home to starving people in Africa.
Green Travel: Eco-Friendly Camping
Camping is a great way to enjoy nature, but it may not be as eco-friendly as you think. Reevaluate your camping methods. How green are they really?
Green Summer: Charcoal Barbecue
Natural Home editorial intern Susan Melgren shares tips for greening your summer charcoal barbecue parties.
Passive House Design: Sealing Leaks for Air Tightness
Architect and Passive House consultant Mark Miller pinpoints areas where unconditioned air could be leaking into or out of homes.
Building the NewenHouse Kit Home: Larsen Truss Remote Wall System
Guest blogger Sonya Newenhouse describes building the 12-inch remote Larsen Truss wall, which, combined with the OSB air barrier, will create a 16-inch-thick insulated wall system for the NewenHouse kit home.
Eco-Décor Delights: Yumi & Laurie Organic Blanquettes
Guest blogger Victoria Klein reviews organic cotton and bamboo luxury blanket company Yumi & Laurie. Find out more details on Yumi & Laurie's current 50 percent off sale!
How to Arrange Flowers: Zinnia Bouquet
Learn how to arrange flowers from your backyard with these step-by-step instructions for creating a zinnia bouquet.
Happy Thanksgiving
Natural Home assistant editor Kim Wallace wishes you a great, green holiday. Eat in moderation and remember to reheat your leftovers in glass (not plastic!).
Improve Beauty and Health with True Lemon Packets
Used in water, teas and recipes, True Lemon is made from fresh lemons selected for their superior flavor.
The Herbal Artist: Queen Anne's Lace Flower Jelly
Craft a refreshing jelly that resembles light floral lemonade or grapefruit juice with the delightful Queen Anne's lace.
Natural Lotion Review: Herbal Choice Mari's Hand and Body Lotion
Herbal Choice Mari's vegan, organic, natural hand and body lotions are naturally scented with plant-based oils.
Food for Thought: Are You Eating at the Right Time?
Guest blogger Stephanie Small reveals the similarities between Sumo wrestlers' diets and Americans' diets.
Food for Thought: Lose Weight in May: Stress Less!
Bathing suit season approaches! Stephanie goes beyond the standard "portion-control-and-exercise" weight loss tips to bring you the top five truths you must know in order to drop the pounds. Look for one new tip on each Monday in May.
New Year Resolution: Herbs for Health
This year, use herbs to maximize your weight loss potential.
It's Time to Prune Herbs in the Herb Garden
With all of the rain, the Lemon Verbena Lady has found the perfect time to prune the herbs in her herb garden.
Understanding Food Labels
This guide to food labels will help you decode nutrition and sustainability claims on all kinds of food packaging.
Easy Salad Boxes: Growing Lettuce
Growing lettuce and other salad greens is easy when you plant in salad boxes.
Valentine's Day Cards: Linda & Harriet Stationery
Natural Home assistant editor Kim Wallace picks out her favorite Linda and Harriet stationery to use as Valentine's Day cards.
Natural Libido Boosters and Aphrodisiacs
Get in the mood with natural libido boosters, aphrodisiac spices and exercises to get your blood pumping!
The Lazy Gourmet: Easy Homemade Salsa Recipe
This sweet, tart, colorful salsa is a surprisingly complex medley that transforms simple and familiar flavors into something really special—but takes only about ten minutes to prepare.
5 Health Benefits of Eating Avocados
Avocados are packed with nutrients, antioxidants and good fat that are beneficial for your health
News & Tips: Swine Flu Prevention and Hand Washing Tips
Human cases of Swine Influenza, otherwise known as swine flu, may be emerging in the United States. Learn how you can take control of your health with these facts and tips on washing your hands.
10 Herbs for your Kitchen Garden
These are the herbs that I simply have trouble envisioning any kitchen garden living without.
Take Control of Aphids with Ladybugs
Ladybugs are a simple, cheap and effective means of destroying an aphid infestation that just won't go away.
5 Fun Winter Activities to Get Kids Excited About the Garden
Get your children excited about helping with the garden this year with these five fun activities.
In The News: New Dietary Guidelines Unveiled
The fight against obsesity continues; the Dietary Guidelines for Americans unveiled its new dietary guidelines. Learn what the guidelines say and what that means for America.
Q&A with Brian Patton, Author of The Sexy Vegan Cookbook
Sit down with Brian Patton, author of "The Sexy Vegan Cookbook" and executive chef at Vegin' Out, to learn about being vegan and eating healthy.
Lasagna Gardening for the Herb Gardener
Check out these few easy steps you need to know to start this innovative, non-traditional method to grow organic herbs at home.
Operation Hope Revegetates Zimbabwe
This year's Buckminster Fuller Challenge winner is revegetating African grasslands through holistic land management.
Fabulous Organic Bed
Jessica talks about the importance of healthy, nontoxic, organic mattresses and how much she loves her Land and Sky Rainforest Mattress from The Natural Bed Store.
Building Fairy Gardens For Kids
One guest blogger loves building fairy houses for kids and with kids. She never ceases to be amazed at their instinct for this activity. They see things in nature to use and create with that we could never imagine. Check out some fairy garden ideas from the brightest children.
Fairy Gardening: Making Mud Pies and More
Discover delightful garden projects for kids. The author of the Fairy House Handbook shows you how to make fabulous fairy creations out of mud.
DuPont Building Innovations Achieves Zero Landfill Status
DuPont Building Innovations has achieved zero landfill status by reducing, reusing and recycling manufacturing byproducts and waste at manufacturing sites globally.
Green Garden Gear: M Brace and Gardener's Hollow Leg
Check out these eco-friendly garden products that were designed by Northern California gardeners.
The New Gardener's Hollow Leg Junior
The new Gardener's Hollow Leg Junior, a smaller version of the original Gardener's Hollow Leg, makes picking dinner from the garden easy.
Is Your Toothpaste Safe?
Conventional toothpaste is loaded with fluoride, SLS, triclosan and other chemicals. Learn the dangers of fluoride and explore the world of natural toothpastes!
Green Travel: Eco-Friendly Hotels
Stay at an eco-friendly hotel while on vacation.
Five Great Reasons to Replace Your Dry Cell Battery Supplies with Rechargeable Batteries
The effect on our environment from discarded dry cell batteries can be catastrophic over time, polluting our world's ground soil and water supply, resulting in health hazards to humans, plants, and animals; switching to rechargeable batteries has vast environmental benefits.
Natural Home's Top 5 Green Flooring Choices
Choosing natural, environmentally friendly flooring is an easy way to keep your home healthy. Choose natural linoleum, cork, sustainable wood, natural wool carpet or tile.
Going Solar at Home with Solar Leasing
My home is going nearly 100 percent solar thanks to a local solar leasing program.
Good to Grow
Jessica talks about growing herbs on her townhouse balcony. With rising food prices, growing your own is a great way to save.
Blending Teas at Home
Combine a variety of teas, as well as non-tea ingredients such as spices, flowers, herbs, and dried fruits, to create personal signature tea blends that you can use both for sipping and for cooking.
NRDC Sues FDA Over Antibacterial Chemicals
The Natural Resources Defense Council has filed a lawsuit against the Food and Drug Administration to get the government agency to finalize a law banning triclosan and triclocarban, two chemicals commonly found in antibacterial products.
Herbal Tips for Healthy Traveling
Prevent jet lag, motion sickness, colds and the flu while traveling with these herbal remedies.
In The News: More Evidence Links Drinking Black Tea with Good Cardiovascular Health
Researchers have discovered even more proof that drinking black tea is just plain good for you. Read on to learn more.
Spice Up Sweet Iced Tea with Lavender and Rosemary
Sweet Iced Tea is a delicious Southern tradition, but the concoctions we find on store shelves are often full of high fructose corn syrup and other nasties. In this recipe, fresh herbs add natural sweetness and help knock down the sugar content.
Natural Lip Balm: Addicted to Lip Balm: Chicken PooP
A new natural lip balm, Chicken Poop, makes its way onto my lips.
The Herbal Harvest: 3 Lemon Verbena Recipes
The Lemon Verbena Lady goes back to her tried-and-true favorite, lemon verbena, and makes sure to stay prepared for the upcoming fall and winter season. She offers ways to preserve that wonderful lemony flavor so that you can savor it all fall and winter long.
Green Your Life: Homemade Gift Guide for the Holidays
Instead of buying your friends gifts for the holidays this year, save money and lighten your impact on the planet by making homemade gifts. These ideas will get you started.
Michelle Obama Campaigns for Local Food
First Lady Michelle Obama's love for local food has the nation wanting to know more about how to eat in-season. Natural Home editor-in-chief Robyn Griggs Lawrence offers a healthy helping of advice on how to eat local.
17 Uses for Lemons
Did you know that lemons can cut grease, brighten laundry and whiten fingernails? Discover these and many more uses for lemons!
The Lemon Verbena Lady's Favorite Herb
The Lemon Verbena Lady celebrates the one-year anniversary of her blog, discusses her favorite herb and shares a recipe for lemon verbena bread.
Natural Home Kitchenware: Truly Formaldehyde-Free
Natural Home bamboo kitchen tools are made without formaldehyde or other harmful additives, through a process that eliminates waste.
Energy Star Home Program Passes 1 Million Mark
The Environmental Protection Agency's Energy Star program reached a major milestone this week when it qualified its 1 millionth Energy Star home.
Green Your Life: How to Make Homemade Breadcrumbs and Croutons
Don't throw away that leftover loaf of bread! Use it to make homemade breadcrumbs and croutons. Waste not, want not!
Summer Brew: Iced Tea Recipes Part 2
Try these three delicious herbal iced tea recipes to cool off this summer in our second part blog about tea.
Growing Herbs in Texas: Fall Planting Update
Our guest blogger from Texas, Cynthia Meredith, cleans out her herb beds to make way for thyme, chamomile, lovage and other herb plants.
Gardening Is for Everyone! Learning to Garden with Disabilities
Gardening is for everyone, even those with disabilities who think they are unable to. The problem to overcome is how to adapt and make adjustments so hyou can grow your own organic vegetables and herbs.
Fannie and Freddie Halt PACE Program
Mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac will stop accepting loans from the nationwide Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) program, which helps homeowners pay for the cost of energy-efficient retrofits.
The Herbal Artist: Hibiscus Tea Recipe For Your Health
Hibiscus tea may lower blood pressure in patients with mild hypertension, according to some studies. Make this delicious hibiscus tea recipe to better your health.
5 Herb Container Garden Favorites
The Herbalista's container garden is planted and almost ready for harvesting. Check out her five favorite herbs to grow in an herb container garden.
Eat Your Way to Health with Guacamole
Avocado, the main ingredient in guacamole, contains many vitamins and minerals that do a body good.
Kirei Introduces Windfall, a New Line of Reclaimed Wood Engineered Panels
The Windfall reclaimed wood engineered panels are Douglas Fir and Hemlock Fir raw material harvested from demolition sites in the Pacific Northwest, and given new life as decorative panels for interior design.
Wabi-Sabi Wednesday: From Shakers to Shibui, Feeling Its Influence Through Time
Wabi-sabi has infused Western design for centuries—though its advocates rarely knew it. It's in the plain, efficient homes built by the Shakers, the unsentimental Arts and Crafts style, Frank Lloyd Wright's Prairie houses and midcentury furniture.
Battling the Elements in Your Garden
Inclement weather can really keep you out of your garden. Here are some of the challenges Mother Nature presents us and a couple of tricks you can use to keep her at bay.
Sweet and Savory Clafoutis Recipes
Learn how to use your leftovers to make the ultra-chic French dish clafoutis. Here we feature both a sweet and savory clafoutis recipe.
Many (Many) Uses for Beeswax
Make herbal salves and lip balms, condition leather, polish metal and create stunning works of art with beeswax.
A Reader's Request: The Herbs of Shakespeare, Act Two
Lemon Verbena Lady continues her exploration of Shakespeare and the herbal flowers and herbs from his plays for a reader of The Herb Channeler. Also she updates some additional seed catalogs.
Live from BALLE: Rural Economic Development Strategies
Natural Home editorial intern Stephanie Nelson is attending the Business Alliance of Local Living Economies and reporting on rural economic development strategies.
5 Best Natural Laundry Detergents: Mother Earth Living Editor's Picks
Ditch the toxins in conventional laundry products. Keep your clothes clean with the best natural laundry detergent!
7 Foods to Eat for Better Heart Health
A proper diet is crucial in promoting good heart health—so make sure you're eating the right stuff! These seven foods are loaded with healthy fats, fiber and antioxidants to protect your heart.
3 Homemade Popcorn Seasonings
Forget butter and salt. These three homemade popcorn seasonings will blow guests away with just a little effort.
Experiencing Farm to Table on a Biodynamic Farm in Costa Rica
At Finca Luna Nueva in Costa Rica's southern Arenal district, guests get a true farm-to-table culinary and educational experience.
Pigs in Paradise: Tasting the Good Life at a Biodynamic Farm in Costa Rica
Finca Luna Nueva in Costa Rica's verdant San Carlos agricultural region is a dynamic, living example of permaculture and biodynamic farming, where every being is part of a system that nurtures the body and the soul.
Energy Star Power Fades
Looser standards and self-certification have led to a market flooded with Energy Star appliances—many with questionable qualifications.
Discover Fall Flowers In Season
Finding herbal blooms as the growing season comes to an end in the mid-Atlantic region.
Every Herb Has a Story: Licorice's Health Benefits
Every herb has a story, and that of licorice begins with its reputation as a "sweet herb." Plants are put on this earth to provide nourishment and healing benefits. Licorice is one of those unique and special plants that does both.
15 Random Things About 15 Herbs
A list of health promoting herbs for cooking and healing.
Growing Golden Lime Thyme in your Garden
A new thyme variety at a local farmers' market inspired one blogger's interest in learning about this versatile herb.
Natural Insect Repellents: Stay Safe with Natural and Herbal Bug Repellents
Protect yourself against mosquitoes, ticks and other insects with natural insect repellents.
Green Your Life: Pick Your Own Apples
Now that fall is upon us, try your hand at picking your own apples at a local orchard. Buying local produce is an important step towards greening your life, and picking your own right off the tree is a fun way to do that.
Understanding Food Labels: The Use-By and Sell-By Date
Misunderstanding of the "use-by" or "sell-by" date on products (not the same as an expiration date) leads to tons of food waste each year.
Green Gardening: La Plaza Cultural
Learn more about La Plaza Cultural community garden in New York City; create a recycled garden at home.
Pamper Your Feet, Naturally
Soothe and soften your feet with this DIY natural spa treatment.
"Natural" Chicken Label Comes Under Scrutiny
Almost a third of chicken sold in the U.S. is injected with salt water, doubling or tripling the product's sodium content. The USDA is considering revising its standards for chicken labeling so these products can't be labeled 'natural.'
Take the Confusion Out of Infusion: How to Make an Elderflower Infusion
Make your own sweet, soothing elderflower infusion to help naturally alleviate cold symptoms.
Natural Home Remedies to Cure a Hangover
Suffering from a hangover? Get relief from your hangover symptoms with these natural remedies.
The Herb Shop Owners Who Inspired Me to Start My Blog
In the summer of 2008, one guest blogger started reading Rosemary's Sampler, an herb blog by two of her two favorite sisters from Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, and was inspired to start writing her own blog: Lemon Verbena Lady's Herb Garden.
Treating Depression Naturally: Establish a Sleep Schedule
Sleep deprivation and depression go hand-in-hand. Improve your overall health and find relief from depression by maintaining a consistent sleep schedule.
3 Light Summer Recipes
Guest blogger Lynn Schriner of Trolley Farms shares three light summer recipes for blender ice cream, a summer salad and gazpacho.
Discovering Chinese Lantern Plants (Physalis alkekengi)
The chinese lantern plant (Physalis alkekengi) is mostly grown for decorative purposes, but it also has a history of medicinal treatments.
Herbal Spa: Grand View Lodge in Minnesota
Garden walks, wooded paths, natural sandy beaches and glacial lake waters abundant in restorative and healing minerals provide an experience not to be missed at Minnesota's Grand View Lodge.
Repel Mosquitoes with ThermaCELL Outdoor Lantern
ThermaCell's Outdoor Lantern can simultaneously be used as a mosquito repellent and light, making it a great choice for the patio, cottage or camping.
This Valentine's Day, No Kisses for Hershey
Tell America's largest chocolate company that slave labor and Valentine's Day chocolate don't mix.
The Environmental Impact of Animal and Plant Protein Sources
The Environmental Working Group's 2011 Meat Eater's Guide ranks different animal and plant protein sources on their greenhouse gas emissions and overall environmental impact.
Fact or Fiction: Herbal Safeguards Against Lightning
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Walkin' Wheels Dog and Pet Splint:The Walkin' Wheels Dog and Pet Splint supports dogs and pets with lower limb injuries that need a brace to help the healing process. Pricing:
These splints are modeled and inspired after human splints that support injuries of the ankle, foot, or lower leg. Splints for dogs are positioned in the back of the dog's leg and can be fully adjusted with Velcro straps placed over the front of the leg. The Walkin' Wheels Dog and Pet Splint have two different models, the front leg splint and the back leg splint. The front leg splint extends to just below the elbow, while the back leg splint extends above the hock. Both splints extend completely under the foot, giving full support to the bottom of the dog's leg. These splints are built not only for durability but for comfort. These dog splints are specifically designed to feel natural and comfortable when placed on your pet, giving them the ability to walk around freely without difficulty or discomfort. At first, it may take a few days for your dog or pet to get use to the feeling of walking around with a dog splint, but with the state of the art design, they will feel comfortable with movement and mobility in no time. Sizes, Measurements, and Fitting Instructions:
These dog and pet splints come in a range of sizes to fit your dog or pet perfectly. The sizes range from XX-Small to X-Large, to make sure all breeds are covered. For cats, the XX-Small is usually the correct size to purchase, please view our size chart to verify. All splints come with adjustable straps to fit the splint perfectly to your pet's dimensions. Splints will not be effective if they are too loose or too tight. Here you will find information on how to determine which size splint is the right fit for your dog or cat. Please keep in mind, the Walkin' Wheels Dog Splints are designed to support the lower part of the legs. They will not stabilize the knee on the rear leg. Please check with your local veterinarian before using the splint on your dog or pet. If you have a cat and are interested in these splints, you will need to order the XX-Small or X-Small Splint, depending on the size of your cat. Features:
How Long Should My Pet Wear the Walkin' Wheels Splint?Our splints, like other dog and pet splints are not designed to be left on your pet for a long period of time. Introduce your pet to the splint by slowly fitting the splint onto your pet, and do this for the first handful of times your pet has to wear the splint. Have your pet wear the splint for two hours on, following two hours off. When your pet is resting or relaxed for a long period of time, keep the splint off. Always remove the splint overnight. ClICK HERE FOR INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO PUT ON A LEG SPLINT Our Other Splints
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Family-friendly Valeggio sul Mincio caravan park/campground with 3 outdoor swimming pools
This family-friendly caravan park/campground is located on a river, close to Acquapark Altomincio and Sigurta Park. Area attractions also include Cavour Aquatic Park and Gardaland.
Property Features
In addition to 3 outdoor swimming pools, Altomincio Family Park - Campground features a restaurant, a poolside bar, and a bar/lounge.
Room Amenities
In addition to kitchenettes and microwaves, guestrooms feature air conditioning along with climate control and private bathrooms.
Information missing or incorrect? Tell us!Hotel Amenities
- General
Altomincio Family Park - Campground features 3 outdoor swimming pools, a waterslide, and a children's pool. The caravan park/campground offers a restaurant. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the caravan park/campground's bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Public areas are equipped with high-speed wireless Internet access (surcharge).
This family-friendly caravan park/campground also offers a library, a children's club, and tour/ticket assistance. Limited complimentary onsite parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
- 24-hour front desk
- Air-conditioned public areas
- Arcade/game room
- Total number of rooms - 640
- ATM/banking
- Babysitting or childcare
- Barbecue grill(s)
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Currency exchange
- Gift shops or newsstand
- Grocery store
- Waterslide
- Number of outdoor pools - 3
- Beach/pool umbrellas
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Wireless Internet access - surcharge
- Children's club
- Tour assistance
- Pool table
- Shopping on site
- Bar/lounge
- Laundry facilities
- Library
- Medical assistance available
- Multilingual staff
- Free parking
- Free parking (limited spaces)
- Garden
- Poolside bar
- Restaurant
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Free guest parking during stay
- Year Built 2009
- Pool sun loungers
- Security guard
- Supervised childcare/activities
- Swimming pool - children's
- Television in lobby
- Internet
Available in some public areas: Wireless Internet access - surcharge
- Parking
Free parking, Free guest parking during stay, Free parking (limited spaces)
- Room Amenities
- Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
- Furnished balcony
- Climate control
- Air conditioning
- Kitchenette
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Complimentary toiletries
- Handheld showerhead
- Makeup/shaving mirror
- Shower only
- Iron/ironing board (on request)
- Window opens
- Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
- Stovetop
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Dining
Onsite dining venue - This restaurant serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
- Recreation
3 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a waterslide.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
- Golfing nearby
- Boat launch nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Tennis nearby
- Running track/path nearby
- Scooter/moped rentals nearby
- Horse riding/rental nearby
- Skydiving nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Bicycle rentals on site
- Golf - miniature on site
- Hiking/biking trails on site
- Mountain biking on site
- Playground on site
- Table tennis on site
- Volleyball on site
- Accessibility
To make requests for specific accessibility needs, complete the "Special or Accessibility Requests" section of "Trip Preferences" when you book your hotel.
- Accessible parking
Policies & Fees
- Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3 PM
- Check-out
Check-out time is 10 AM
- Payment types
Accepted at this hotel: American Express American Express, Diners Club Diners Club, MasterCard MasterCard, Visa Visa
- Pets
Pets allowed, Maximum number of pets per room 1
- General
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.
Caters to families
Noise-free rooms not guaranteed
- Fees
- Unless otherwise indicated, the charges below are not included in the overall room price. If not included in the overall room price, they will be charged by the property at check-in or check-out. Charges can vary, for example, based on length of stay or the room you book. This property told us they will charge you for the following:
- Tourism fee: EUR 0.80 per person, per night
We have included all charges provided to us by the property. However, charges can vary, for example, based on length of stay or the room you book.The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.- Fee for wireless Internet in limited public areas: EUR 5 per week (rates may vary)
- Deposit: EUR 100.00 per stay
- Cleaning/housekeeping/linens fee: EUR 35.00 per stay
- Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 15.00 per stay
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
- Additional Details
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 999.99, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation. Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms. Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.