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The Beginners Blueprint for Urban Gardens

February 27February 27Posted in Garden & Nature, Man & Nature, Sustainable GuideTagged ecofriendly, ecogreenlove, environment, gardening, grown your own food, sustainability, sustainable, tips, urban gardeningLeave a comment

Picking fresh produce from the garden may seem like a distant dream for those who live in a city. However, urban gardens deliver delicious and nutritious edible plants for salads, smoothies and meals.

If you’ve never tried gardening or don’t have a green thumb, you might be hesitant to attempt growing anything in raised beds and containers. Fortunately, it’s easier than you think. Here’s everything you need to know about gardening in a concrete jungle.

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7 relaxing ways to have a break with the environment in mind

January 16Posted in Man & Nature, Sustainable GuideTagged community, disconnect, eco friendly, ecogreenlove, environment, garden, gardening, low cost, nature, offline, relaxing, sustainability, sustainable, tips, wildlifeLeave a comment

In the midst of life’s chaos and noise, finding a moment of peace can be hard. And when we spend so much time scrolling – and, often, shopping – online, it’s becoming ever more difficult to make conscious choices that tread more lightly on our planet.

In this article, we’re exploring some ways you can find a moment of tranquillity, disconnect, or bring a little positive impact to your community and your headspace. From twitching to stitching, these are all low-cost and high-kindness activities that will give you a break and help you feel good.

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How to Embrace Your Love for Nature and Enjoy the Best Activities

April 3May 5Posted in Man & Nature, Sustainable GuideTagged activities, beauty, creativity, ecogreenlove, flower pressing, gardening, Health, nature, nature journal, nature studies, reconnect, tips, wellbeingLeave a comment

Nature is something we all instinctively love and enjoy, but sometimes, we get too caught up in our busy lives and forget to appreciate it. Luckily, there are many ways to reconnect with nature and embrace its beauty, regardless of where you live or how much time you have.

Of course, there are always the classic choices like taking up hiking, camping, etc. But today, we bring you a few somewhat more unorthodox ideas.

Check out these suggestions for embracing your love of nature through some activities that you might not typically consider.

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New Year, New Home: How to Decorate Sustainably

January 13Posted in Sustainable GuideTagged ecofriendly, ecogreenlove, energy-efficient, environment, gardening, green living, home decor, household, indoor air quality, sustainable, tips1 Comment

The new year presents new opportunities to add sustainable style to your home. At first glance, you can probably come up with a few potential updates for various rooms.

From replacing the floors to adding modern appliances, your house holds plenty of potential for greener living and comfort. Here are six ideas for decorating your home sustainably in 2023.

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How Gardening Benefits your Mind and Body [Visual]

April 14April 14Posted in Exercise, Garden & Nature, HealthTagged brain health, community, ecogreenlove, exercise, fitness, gardening, Health, health benefits, healthy weight, Immune system, infographic, lower your blood pressure, mental health, tips, wellbeingLeave a comment

While it may not be the first activity you consider exercise, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) gardening does in fact qualify as exercise. Not only does gardening impact our physical health, but it supports our mental health as well. Here are just a few of the many benefits gardening has on our health.

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