The rose of Sharon is a type of hibiscus shrub or small tree that produces beautiful red, white, pink, light blue, or lilac flowers. Many gardeners prize this flowering shrub because it produces stunning flowers in late summer when few shrubs are in bloom. Caring for rose of Sharon plants is also very easy and they survive most winters well.

There are many different types of flowers but most of them have the same basic parts. Plant flowers contain female parts called pistil and male parts called stamen which allow the plant to reproduce. The flower is attached to the stalk which is a central shoot that also holds the leaves. The function of the stem is to support the plant and transport nutrients to the leaves and flowers.

Potato bug bites aren’t poisonous but they can be very painful and sore. The potato bug is also called Jerusalem cricket or child of the earth bug and it lives in the western United States and Mexico. These nocturnal large insects can get into your home and usually inflict a nasty bite if they feel threatened or cornered.

Borax is a naturally-occurring white mineral that is used for cleaning, getting rid of bugs, and adding to laundry detergent. Borax powder is also a popular ingredient for making slime that children love playing with. Many people use borax around the home because it is natural and doesn’t contain phosphates, chemicals, or chlorine.

Cucamelons are small fruits that are about the size of a large grape and look similar to a watermelon. When cucamelon fruits are ripe, you can eat them whole with the skin and enjoy their slightly sour taste. People say cucamelons taste like a sour cucumber with a dash of lime.

Did you know that you can get rid of ants naturally and cheaply, using ingredients that you may already have in your cupboard? You can use natural ingredients such as peppermint oil, vinegar, lemon juice and coffee grounds to repel ants from your home and garden.

As a parent and spouse, you try to ensure your family is healthy and happy, and you do everything within your power to keep them safe. It doesn’t cross your mind that the products that you are using to keep them safe may actually be placing them in harm’s way.

If you notice that you have small itchy spots, red rashes or blisters when you wake up, it could be a sign that you have bed bugs. These tiny little pests can infest the seams of your mattress, bed frames, box springs, and headboards. It can be a challenge to get rid of bed bugs because they are hard to detect and they multiply rapidly. Bed bugs should be destroyed as quickly as possible because they can infest other areas of your home and cause a major problem.

Lots of people have pets and they treat them as an integral part of their family, but while there are foods that are safe and delicious for us, they might be dangerous for our pets. Some of them may just cause a stomach upset, but some of them can be fatal. Below you will find a list of common people foods to avoid feeding your pets. While no matter how cautious you are, your pet may still eat something it shouldn’t. If you suspect your pet has a food poisoning, contact your local vet or the closest emergency clinic.