A man and woman hiking up a grassy hilside covered with blue wildflowers. A mountain peak is in the background
Afton Nelson
What's That Flower: Identifying Wildflowers on Your Next Hike

Going on a hike can be a wonderful way to connect with nature and observe the beauty of the wildflowers...

Seed packets held onto a string line with tiny clothespins. The seed packets have stickers with green leaves on them.
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Eco-Friendly Wedding Favors: How to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint

Your wedding day is a special and meaningful occasion, and you want to make sure that everything is perfect, including...

A wooden table top with green plants and several rustic pins filled with brown paper seed packets. A sign reads, please choose a seed packet as our thank you.
Afton Nelson
The Meaning Behind Seed Packet Wedding Favors: Symbolizing the Growth of Love

Wedding favors are a small but meaningful way to thank your guests for sharing in your special day. They’re a...

A close up photo of the back of a bride, her veil hanging down. In the background, a groom waits under a wedding arch.
Afton Nelson
The Meaning Behind Popular Wedding Favor Traditions

Wedding favors have been a tradition for centuries, and they serve as a way to thank guests for sharing in...

A wedding table place setting with green plants and a reusable tote bag tied up with string. The words Reuse, conserve and recycle are displayed on the bag.
Afton Nelson
Eco-Friendly Wedding Favors: How Seed Packets Make a Positive Impact

Wedding favors are a small but meaningful way to thank your guests for sharing in your special day. However, traditional...

Tiny purple flowers with yellow centers and three monarch butterflies, orange and black, flying among them.
Afton Nelson
The Benefits of Planting Wildflowers in Your Garden

Wildflowers are not just beautiful, they also offer numerous benefits for your garden and the environment. From attracting pollinators to...

Jars of saved seed. A hand full of bean seeds appears to be dumping them into an open jar.
Afton Nelson
Harvesting and Saving Your Own Wildflower Seeds: A Guide

Harvesting and saving your own wildflower seeds is a great way to enjoy beautiful blooms year after year. Not only...

Hands holding a pile of dirt with a small sprouted plant in the center.
Afton Nelson
Celebrating Earth Day at the Workplace: Ideas and Tips

Earth Day is a perfect opportunity to raise awareness about environmental issues and take action to protect the planet. It's...

How to Plant Wildflower Seeds: A Step-by-Step Guide
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How to Plant Wildflower Seeds: A Step-by-Step Guide

Planting wildflower seeds is a simple and rewarding way to create a beautiful and diverse garden. Not only do wildflowers...

Garden Planning for Beginners: How to Get Started
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Garden Planning for Beginners: How to Get Started
New to gardening? This step-by-step guide will help you learn how to plan a garden Mother Nature would be proud of.