Posts by Emily Simon

My fascination with reptile nutrition began years ago when I adopted my first red-eared slider. Like many new pet owners, I assumed “just toss in some lettuce” would suffice. Spoiler alert: it...

I still cringe remembering Kia Jade’s TikTok video from last Christmas. Her lush balcony garden turned into crispy plant jerky while she visited family. “I trusted self-watering spikes!” she...

I’ve always loved adding a fiery kick to my meals, but store-bought spices never felt personal enough. That’s why I started growing Capsicum annuum—the vibrant chili peppers you might know as...

When I first started raising poultry, I didn’t think much about their longevity. How long do chickens live? That changed when my hens’ egg-laying patterns shifted with the seasons. Curiosity...

Many pet owners wonder about sharing snacks like tomatoes with their furry friends. Can a dog eat tomatoes? After all, those pleading eyes during dinner are hard to resist! But before tossing a slice...

I’ve always been drawn to the resilience and beauty of desert flora. Over the years, I’ve found that yucca plants are among the easiest to grow indoors. Their striking appearance and easy care...