Sharay Parkinson
As a child, I always loved to garden, but I never planned to make a living doing this until I realized how gratifying it is to cultivate and grow a variety of plants for a public garden. After completing a double major at Rutgers University in Psychology and Environmental Policies, Institutions, and Behavior, I developed the desire to step away from the desk and work outside. After a lot of perseverance and successfull completion of a Master Gardener's course, I landed a position which allowed me to do just that. Working for my county's park system allowed me to explore various garden designs while assisting the home gardener with any questions that arose. It also helped me broaden my horticultural knowledge to the extent that I now feel comfortable providing others with advice related to gardening as well as other enviormental topics.
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Edible Flower Blossoms
Many gardeners spend hours in the garden without ever thinking to add their pansies to salad or fry dandelions. Flowers can taste as good as they look.
Mar 28, 2010
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Garden Guardians
Aphids and other invasive insects are a gardener's worst nightmare. Rather than spraying damaging chemicals, try incorporating beneficial insects, such as lady beetles.
Mar 28, 2010
- Sharay Parkinson
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Travel Green To Save Money and The Environment
There are numerous ways to travel worldwide without leaving behind a large carbon footprint or an extensive bill. Help save the environment by traveling "green."
Mar 26, 2010
- Sharay Parkinson
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Environmentally Conscious Pet Care
From feed comprised of animal waste unfit for human consumption, to toxic flea treatments, pets are often subjected to unhealthy products, but this can be changed.
Mar 25, 2010
- Sharay Parkinson
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Environmentally-friendly Technology
Computers, televisions, and other technological products are transitioning towards environmental compliance while maintaining their affordability.
Mar 25, 2010
- Sharay Parkinson
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Spring Gardening
Early Spring preparations are the foundation for a long, bountiful growing season. Although they may be backbreaking, these steps help produce healthy gardens.
Mar 25, 2010
- Sharay Parkinson
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Green Fashion Fabrics
Today's "green" trend has spawned a new textile: Organic Fabric. Made from natural products such as plants, clothing can be made green in more ways than just color.
Mar 24, 2010
- Sharay Parkinson
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Earth-friendly Gifts
Eco-friendly gifts allow individuals to give memorable tokens while helping the environment.
Mar 23, 2010
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Vermicomposting Nourishes Flowery Gardens
Earthworms help change typical organic material (fruits, vegetables, egg shells, etc.) into nutrient-rich mulch for vegetable and flower gardens.
Mar 22, 2010
- Sharay Parkinson
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Green Heating and Cooling Options
Today, homeowners are installing environmentally friendly power and heating appliances in an effort to cut back utility expenses.
Mar 22, 2010
- Sharay Parkinson
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