Begonia Maculata

Ok I saw this baby in the greenhouse and was like "that is the weirdest plant I've seen in awhile" and I just had to have it. Upon researching it when I got home, I found out that it was rumored that the scarlet undersides of the Begonia Maculata's leaves were the inspiration for the … Continue reading Begonia Maculata →

Aphelandra Squarrosa aka Zebra Plant

The Aphelandra Squarrosa, AKA "zebra plant” is a large Brazilian rain forest plant, which can grow into large, upright shrubs that bloom profusely in the moist, tropical heat. This zebra houseplant is known for its large, dark green leaves deeply veined in white or yellow, hence the zebra name. Their brightly colored flowers and bracts … Continue reading Aphelandra Squarrosa aka Zebra Plant →

Aglaonema “Lady Valentine”

Aglaonema are tropical plants with striking, multicolored leaves and are often used in interior plant design. There are over 150 hybrid varieties of different shapes, shades and colors. The "Lady Valentine" is a stand out with bright, hot pink & green leaves that are freakin' gorgeous! Individual plants' leaves can range from dark pink to … Continue reading Aglaonema “Lady Valentine” →

Tips & Tricks For Autism on Halloween

As autism parents, we know that our kiddos can have trouble acclimating to certain things around them, especially in relation to bright lights and loud noises. So what may be super fun for neurotypical kids, like a Halloween party or Trick or Treating, may be stressful & triggering for a child with autism. Been there … Continue reading Tips & Tricks For Autism on Halloween →

Homemade Apple Crisp

So you took the family to the orchard for the obligatory fall apple picking trip…. And now what? Don’t worry fam I got you! I’ve perfected my apple crisp recipes over the years and incorporate my own homemade apple butter. Pretty sure you won’t find a better apple crisp recipe on the internet 🍎 just … Continue reading Homemade Apple Crisp →

Easy Homemade Apple Butter

So we all went apple picking as THE family fall activity, and now we have all these apple & nothing to do with them. One of my favorite things to make is homemade apple butter, because I use it again & again in both sweet and savory dishes throughout the season 🍁 I also highly … Continue reading Easy Homemade Apple Butter →