Candle Making at Wick N Twisted Jacksonville Beach

If you are looking for a fun and crafty girls night out, or family activity in Jacksonville Beach, FL, Wick N Twisted offers candle making classes, often combined with other special events. We recently attended the Candle Making and Magical Terrarium class, where they partnered with Gardenista Jax for twice the fun. Walk-ins are welcome … Continue reading Candle Making at Wick N Twisted Jacksonville Beach

Planting Water Lily Tubers from Amazon: My Experience

Ordering and planting water lily rhizomes (or tubers) off Amazon, or anywhere online, is tough because it's not like you can return them months later if you got a dud. Luckily, my water lily experience was a positive one, so I'm sharing where I ordered mine, and how I planted it. Ordering Water Lilies on … Continue reading Planting Water Lily Tubers from Amazon: My Experience

Yamasake Review: New Sushi Spot in Neptune Beach

Yamasake is the newest sushi restaurant in Neptune Beach, and I love sushi, so I was excited to try it out and experience their kaiseki style omakase Japanese cuisine. Read on for my review of Yamasake. It has potential, but when spending $200+ for two people, I expect a bit more out of the experience. … Continue reading Yamasake Review: New Sushi Spot in Neptune Beach

Should You Water Plants Before a Freeze?

As temperatures drop, gardeners often worry about how to protect their plants from freezing conditions. One common question is whether you should water your plants before a freeze and if that will help protect them. The short answer is yes—proper watering can actually help insulate plant roots and increase their chances of survival. However, timing … Continue reading Should You Water Plants Before a Freeze?

Foods You Can Freeze When Your Hydroponic Garden Overproduces

If you have a hydroponic garden, you know the joys of fresh, homegrown produce year-round. But when your system produces more than you can eat or give away, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Rather than letting that excess go to waste, freezing is a fantastic way to preserve your harvest for future use. Many people … Continue reading Foods You Can Freeze When Your Hydroponic Garden Overproduces