Science

Hydroponics in a Jar: Mod Sprout DIY & Review

Hydroponics in a Jar: Mod Sprout DIY & Review

I used one of Modern Sprout’s self-watering gardening jar kits (not sponsored, but there are affiliate links in this post for that and other components if you’d like to get your own). However, you could use a regular hydroponics basket, some nylon belting (think bag straps or seat belt material) and a jar you have at home.

DIY Bee Bath / Waterer (Tutorial)

DIY Bee Bath / Waterer (Tutorial)

Today, we’ll be going through how to make a DIY watering hole at home for your bee friends. I have seen this popping up occasionally on Pinterest and other sites and decided to make one of my own and share the process.

PSA: Covid-19 & Herbalism | Responsible Medical Ethnobotany

PSA: Covid-19 & Herbalism | Responsible Medical Ethnobotany

…In our planet’s current health climate, it is important to keep a level head and understand what we’re dealing with. While I am completely in favor of people taking care of their own bodies and doing what they can to maintain their health through natural botanical and supportive means (previous medical ethnobotany posts), right now is not a time to be taking health into your own hands. …

Botany After Dark Podcast, Episode 1: The Morning Glory, +BONUS Waffle and Plans

Botany After Dark Podcast, Episode 1: The Morning Glory, +BONUS Waffle and Plans

Welcome to the experiments in voice editing and mic use that has been my life for the past week and a half.

In today's episode, we dive into the weird and wonderful world of the morning glory, specifically the Mexican morning glory (tlitliltzin, Ipomoea. tricolor), a vibrant blue and featured in the episode artwork, and the Beach moonflower (Ipomoea. violacea). Join me in discovering the... altered states and effects of this plant.

Rainbow Manzanita (Arctostaphylos rainbowensis) | Botanical Pride

Rainbow Manzanita (Arctostaphylos rainbowensis) | Botanical Pride

Today, we’re talking about the only plant to currently have “rainbow” in its scientific designation: The Arctostaphylos rainbowensis, or Rainbow Manzanita.  This dicot shrub is native and endemic to California (4,5), existing exclusively in the far southern portion of the state, specifically between northern San Diego to southern Riverside counties. 

LGBTQ+ Representation in STEM | Pride Month, 2019

LGBTSTEM and Pride in Stem are working to increase relresentation in stem and stem-related fields.  LGBTQIA+ representation in STEM fields has generally been limited or near-non existant.  It's time we change that.