Posts by Emily Simon

When I first started raising Tenebrio molitor larvae, I assumed their diet would be straightforward. Boy, was I wrong! These wiggly darkling beetle youngsters surprised me with their adaptability....

Years ago, I stumbled across a squishy, moss-covered wetland during a hike. That moment sparked a question: why do these strange landscapes exist? Turns out, these soggy ecosystems—called...

There’s something magical about capturing nature’s fleeting moments. For me, preserving blooms through natural drying methods isn’t just a hobby—it’s a meditative ritual. I’ve spent years...

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...