Julia Fang

Mint is one of the fastest plants to propagate in water — roots appear in one to two weeks, and the cutting keeps growing right in the jar indefinitely. A single stem from a grocery store bunch or a friend's garden is all you need. Step 1 — Take a healthy cutting. Cut a stem four to six inches long just below a leaf node — the point where leaves attach to the stem. Nodes are where roots emerge, so the cut placement matters. Sharp scissors or pruning shears make a clean cut that heals better than a torn stem. Step 2 — Remove lower leaves. Strip all leaves from the bottom two to three inches of the stem. Any leaf sitting below the water line will rot, which clouds the water and can kill the cutting before roots form. Step 3 — Place in water. Set the cutting in a clean glass jar with enough water to submerge the bare stem section while keeping the upper leaves completely clear of the water. A clear jar lets you watch root development without disturbing the cutting. Step 4 — Change water every few days. Fresh water prevents bacterial buildup and keeps oxygen levels up around the developing roots. Set the jar in a bright spot out of direct afternoon sun — bright indirect light is ideal. Roots typically appear within one to two weeks. Once roots are an inch or two long the cutting can stay in water permanently or be potted into soil. Mint in water grows slower than in soil but stays clean, compact, and ready to harvest right on the counter. One reminder: if you eventually move it to soil, plant it in a container. Mint in open ground spreads aggressively through underground runners and can take over a bed within a season.

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Should start feed your soil and later it will feed you! So use home waste properly 🙏

One of the easiest ways to plan a garden better is knowing what’s quick and what’s going to take some patience. Some crops give you fast results, and some ask you to settle in for the long haul. ⏳ Helpful planning tips: 📅 Mix fast growers with slower crops so you’re not waiting on everything at once 🌿 Succession sow quick crops like spinach and beans for a longer harvest window ☀️ Remember weather, variety, and soil warmth can speed things up or slow them down 🧺 “Days to harvest” is a guide, not an exact promise The quickest crops are great for momentum, but the slower ones are often worth the wait.

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Your plants often give clear warning signs - you just need to know how to read them Yellow leaves, blossom drop, pale growth, or weak roots can all point to different stress issues. Step by step: notice the symptom, check watering and soil conditions first, then adjust nutrients or pH only if needed

Grow a Lemon Tree for Free at Home – Just Use the Seeds You Already Have!

Eggshells are useful for plants because they provide calcium, which supports strong roots, healthy stems, and proper fruit development. When crushed finely and added to soil or compost, they slowly improve soil fertility and plant growth.

♻️ What if waste didn’t exist at all? A 𝗰𝗶𝗿𝗰𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝘆 isn’t just a concept, it’s a shift in how we design, use, and value resources. Instead of the traditional 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲 → 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲 → 𝘄𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝗱𝗲𝗹, it focuses on keeping materials in use for as long.

DYK over 1 billion tonnes of food is wasted annually, generating 8–10% of global greenhouse gas emissions? We must overhaul how we produce food. Reform brings environmental, economic and social benefits. Learn more go.undp.org/w7k

Try planting your tomatoes deeper. Why? Picture this: stronger roots, more delicious fruit, and less time worrying about watering. It starts with digging a hole about 2 feet deep. Add a little compost and nutrients. Maybe throw in a water tube if you feel like going the extra mile. Then, get ready to surprise that tomato plant by burying most of the stem. Don't forget to mulch and water deeply, not just the surface. Here's the magic: the roots will grow along the stem. This means a sturdier plant that doesn't need constant watering. Imagine harvesting more tomatoes with less fuss. Intrigued? How do you plant your tomatoes?

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People fear AI. People fear Biotechcrops. People fear vaccines. People fear pesticides. People fear nuclear energy. And yet These are the very tools that: → Feed billions. → Cure diseases. → Power our homes. → Prevent pandemics. → Predict the next breakthrough. So… what gives? Why do we fear the things that keep us alive?

Maximizing every inch of space! This potted blackberry plant is a perfect example of how urban gardening can be both beautiful and productive. #Blackberry #blackberries #berry #berries

What do the new national climate plans (NDCs) reveal about climate action? Here’s what the data shows 👇 🔹 80% reference plans to reduce fossil fuels 🔹 90% strengthen adaptation 🔹 75% include economy-wide emissions targets More in our new explainer: go.undp.org/SPY

ARE YOU OVERWATERING YOUR HERBS AND RUINING THEIR FLAVOR?💧 Most gardeners think more water = better growth… but that’s exactly what kills flavor! Slight dryness is the secret behind bold, aromatic, restaurant-quality herbs. If you want herbs that smell stronger, taste richer, and pack more essential oils, you need to rethink your watering habits. This guide explains how controlled dryness (not constant moisture) helps herbs develop intense flavor and aroma. STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE TO BOOST HERB FLAVOR NATURALLY 1️⃣ Avoid Constant Moisture Leads to diluted essential oils Causes weak, watery taste Encourages soft, leggy growth Increases risk of root rot and disease 2️⃣ Allow Soil to Dry Between Watering Triggers plants to concentrate oils Enhances aroma and taste intensity Promotes stronger, more resilient growth 3️⃣ Understand Herb-Specific Responses Rosemary Too much water → bland, weak flavor Slight dryness → rich, pungent oils Oregano Overwatering → mild grassy taste Drier conditions → bold Mediterranean flavor Thyme Excess water → low oil concentration Lean, dry soil → strong herbal intensity Lavender Moist soil → weak fragrance Dry conditions → highly aromatic oils Sage Overwatering → pale leaves, diluted taste Dry stress → concentrated, earthy flavor Marjoram Constant watering → disappointing taste Slight drought → sweet, intense aroma 4️⃣ Focus on Balance, Not Neglect Let the topsoil dry before watering again Avoid keeping soil constantly wet Aim for “slightly stressed,” not dehydrated 💬 Which herb do you struggle with the most—overwatering or underwatering? 👥 Tag a friend who keeps overwatering their herbs—this tip will change their gardening game! 🌿 Stay connected for more tips.

The best composting method is the one you'll actually do. Not the fastest. Not the fanciest. The one that matches your patience, your space, and how honest you are about maintenance. Four options. Pick the one that fits your life, not your ambition. 🌱 Hot pile — the fast track. A three-by-three outdoor pile, turned weekly, finished in six to eight weeks. It's the fastest method but it needs attention. Skip the turning and it just sits there. Tumbler — the low-effort version. A bin on a stand, patio or driveway footprint. Spin the handle, add dry material when it looks wet. Finished in two to three months. Less work than a hot pile, smaller batches. 🪱 Worm bin — the indoor option. Fits under a sink or in a garage. Feed kitchen scraps weekly, harvest castings a few times a year. Works for apartments, winter composting, and anyone without a yard. The worms need cool temperatures and no meat, dairy, or citrus. You're essentially keeping quiet, productive pets. Trench — the zero-equipment option. Dig a hole in an empty garden row. Dump scraps. Cover with soil. Walk away. No bin, no turning, no harvesting — the compost feeds the soil in place. Slowest method, but also the one with the fewest ways to fail. 🌿 The quick version: - Hot pile — fastest results, most effort - Tumbler — moderate speed, least hands-on - Worm bin — smallest footprint, works indoors - Trench — simplest possible, nothing to buy Pick the one that matches your schedule, not the one that sounds most impressive. The compost doesn't care how it got made. 🌿

This report originates from my viral blog published on March 21, 2025 entitled: “Why the Human Race is Going Extinct this Century,” which was also explained in a video/podcast recorded from my prison cell: “We’re Going Extinct.” I will then provide references to recent scientific reports that support why an open-source citizens model, using ASIP methodology, is needed: traditional models under-report temperature increases; billions of lives are at risk because we face ecological and civilisation collapse, and extinction in this century. rev21.earth/2026/03/17/the…

While we argue about climate tech, an invisible underground network is already doing the heavy lifting. Mycorrhizal fungi — the “Wood Wide Web” connecting tree roots — pull 13 billion tons of CO₂ into the soil every single year. That’s about one-third of all fossil fuel emissions… quietly stored by nature’s original carbon capture system. We’re destroying the very networks that could save us. Protect the fungi. Restore the forests. Let the underground internet work its magic. Drop a like if this just rewired your brain — and tag a friend who thinks trees are “just trees.” Who’s ready to defend the real climate heroes beneath our feet?#TreeEmissions #MycorrhizalMagic #WoodWideWeb #NatureKnowsBest

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