Going Green

a seed packet with forget me not seeds and a blue flower heart and loving message set on a background of natural elements like a log, fern leaf and pinecone.
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Planting Hope: Using Custom Seed Packets to Celebrate Life

Funerals and memorial services are a time to celebrate the life of a loved one, and to remember and honor...

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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...

The Remarkable Power of Sunflowers: How Backyard Gardeners Can Help Clean Up Soil and Aid in Environmental Healing
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The Remarkable Power of Sunflowers: How Backyard Gardeners Can Help Clean Up Soil and Aid in Environmental Healing

A recent study conducted by a student at the University of Virginia has confirmed what many gardeners already knew -...

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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 banquet table set with lovely greenery and earth friendly plates and utensils.
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Hot Wedding Trends for 2023: What to Expect for Your Big Day

As we move into a new year, wedding planning is back in full swing and couples are looking for new...

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...

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Afton Nelson
How to Make Your Backyard a Haven for Bees: A Guide

Bees play a crucial role in pollinating plants and are an essential part of our ecosystem. However, their populations have...

Jars of saved seed. A hand full of bean seeds appears to be dumping them into an open jar.
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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...

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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...