Now we gear our time in the garden towards clean up. Preparing our garden for a long winter’s rest. Fall clean up can involve many different processes depending how you choose to manage your garden. Some common activities include: Removing dead, diseased and/or infested plants and materials Layering mulch to protect plants Applying a protective […]
Winter Weather and Illness Prevention
Ever noticed how the onset of winter weather tends to increase the frequency of illness? While weather does play a role, it is not the direct cause. Rather, place blame on the true culprits causing your illness, for example rhinovirus (common cold) and influenza virus (flu). The connection between winter and illness The connection lies […]
The Winter Blues: Seasonal Affective Disorder
The shorter days of winter can often bring with them the feeling of “winter blues”. Some of us can feel abnormally sluggish, moody, and hopeless. These “winter blues” are common. In fact, millions of people in America experience them each year. There are many stressors that come with the holiday season. Mental health experts believe […]
