Aug 18th 2010 4:54PM
Is New York City the "greenest" American city? Not if you consider the recent two-steps-back the city and state have taken concerning community gardens. TreeHugger reports on testimony last week that reveals that New York State has weakened rules that were set in 2002 to protect community gardens from development. If... Continue Reading »
Aug 5th 2010 3:15PM
Gas-guzzling weed-whackers and toxic chemicals are so yesterday when it comes to eco-conscious lawn and garden care, especially when homeowners can now use goats to do the dirty, dangerous work. A cottage industry of entrepreneurs is flourishing by renting out goats to home warriors battling weeds, prickly underbrush, and... Continue Reading »
Jun 16th 2010 10:30AM
Last week America lost another Golden Girl. Rue McClanahan, the Hollywood actress who played Blanche Devereaux on the hit series "The Golden Girls" passed away at age 76. Now her New York City three-bedroom co-op is on the market for $2.25 million. Apparently the ex-soap opera star (shown at left, at the top of the... Continue Reading »
May 4th 2010 2:30PM
What's better than an apartment-size garden? Apartment-size reviews of gardening how-to books. This growing season, you're in luck because there are some great books just hitting the shelves. Find the best book for growing herbs and veggies in a rented space near you.... Continue Reading »
Feb 1st 2010 11:32AM
Forget about toasters and other energy-sucking devices. French designer Philippe Starck, who has made a name for himself in stylized household goods for a plethora of retailers including Target and Microsoft, has now set his sights on small, wind turbines for residential use. Starck is teaming up with Italian energy parts... Continue Reading »
