Understanding Terpenes

There are more than 200 different terpenes in cannabis, each playing a specific role. The Understanding Terpenes series will take a look at terpenes found in cannabis and the medical benefit they bring. What Are Terpenes? Terpenes are what give plants their smell. They are hydrocarbons, organic compounds consisting entirely of hydrogen and carbon, part…

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Cool Weather Crops

cool weather crops

Cool weather crops are  the first parts of the garden we start and are the last sections we harvest. With multiple plantings we can take advantage of all seasons, creating a 4-season garden.   Many crops can tolerate colder weather and soil, and can be planted as early spring vegetables or started late in the…

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How To Grow Cherry Tomatoes

Cherry tomatoes are some of the easiest tomatoes you can grow. This article was first written for and published at Earth, Food and Fire. If you are new to gardening, are short on time or perhaps short on space cherry tomatoes are the tomato you should be growing. Cherry tomatoes get their name from the…

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How to Grow Brussels Sprouts

Brussels Sprouts can be quite easy to grow with a bit of knowledge. If you have never seen how they grow it is quite impressive. This post was written for and first published on Earth, Food and Fire. Brussels Sprouts are cruciferous, belonging to the family Brassicaceae. Plants grow in tall columns with harvestable buds…

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Terpenes A Closer Look At Cedrene

Terpenes A Closer Look at Cedrene is part of the discussion of the role terpenes play in cannabis. Cedrene is a terpene found in cedar, fenugreek, juniper, cypress trees, and some types of cannabis. The aroma is fresh, woody and sweet. Benefits of Cedrene Cedrene has been found to have antimicrobial as well as antibacterial…

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