Juan D. Rivera started learning everything he could about plants, farming, livestock, and ecosystems at a young age. Since then, he’s earned a Master’s degree in wildlife biology (Universidad Iberoamericana, Ciudad de México) and a PhD in forestry (North Carolina State University), both with an emphasis on conservation farming and renewable technology. He has worked in planning crops for companies and workshops, as an educational consultant and writer.
Imagine this: it’s a crisp winter morning, and you’re sipping a steaming cup of tea while gazing out at your garden. The lemon trees you lovingly tended through the warmer months stand proudly, their glossy…
A curious fact about the calathea medallion is that you can expect its leaves to shift and move during a normal day. Its oval-shaped leaves are indeed very sensitive to light, which causes it to…
We all dream of that picture-perfect lawn—emerald green, dense, and inviting. A yard so soft you’d gladly kick off your shoes and walk barefoot across it. But let’s be honest: achieving this lawn nirvana can…
There’s nothing quite as disheartening as looking out at your garden after a cold snap, only to see your once-vibrant lemon tree looking more like a sad, wilting ghost of its former self. I’ve been…
San Jose or Mantis? Choosing one of these rototillers is a bit challenging. Also, it can be more complex when you are not aware of the types of tillers according to the surface. Therefore,…
If you’ve ever dreamt of cultivating your lemon grove, you’re probably picturing rows of lush trees, heavy with golden fruit and basking in the warm sunlight. But here’s the million-dollar question: do lemon trees really…
The Japanese Maple, otherwise known as the Acer Palmatum or Smooth Japanese Maple, Amoenum Goup, Palmatum Group, Matsumurae Group, Dissectum Group, Linearilobum Group (Acer palmatum), is a rather well-known shrub plant among gardening enthusiasts around…
I’ll be honest—when I first brought ducks into my backyard, I thought they were pretty low-maintenance. Toss them some cracked corn, maybe some lettuce scraps, let them waddle around the garden, and call it a…
Introduction: Weeds, Horses, and the Balancing Act If you’re anything like me, caring for your horses’ pasture can sometimes feel like a high-wire act. On one hand, you want lush, green fields with enough healthy…