Do Tiki Torches Need a Special Kind of Oil?
Tiki torches are pole-mounted torches that come from tiki culture. For those who are unfamiliar, tiki culture is a product of the American fascination with the art of Oceania as well as the art of…
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How Long do Peace Lilies Live?
True lilies are the species that make up the genus Lilium. Meanwhile, peace lilies refer to a number of species that can be found in the genus Spathiphyllum, which isn’t just a separate genus but…
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The 10 Best Flowers to Plant in May
It’s that time of year again, spring. For many it’s a time to enjoy kite flying, dusting off the old bike and engage in some old-fashioned spring cleaning. However, for most people, spring means cracking…
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How to Make Crusty Socks Not So Crusty in the Laundry
Imagine buying a pair of socks, but you notice they’ve become crusty after washing them. It gets you worried because you don’t remember using harsh detergents. For starters, socks become crusty when your washing machine…
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How to Remove Burnt Sugar from a Pan
Burnt Sugar is usually an essential ingredient in some desserts like burnt sugar cake, pound cake, syrup topped cheesecake, and sometimes in poultry and beef recipes. This cuisine is very popular in Tobago and Trinidad…
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Can a Ficus Tree Survive Outdoors?
Ficus refers to both ‘the weeping fig,’ which is a small, lovely, and leafy tree houseplant, and the genus that the tree belongs to. The Ficus tree shares the genus with around 900 species of…
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How to Identify a Mulberry Tree Leaf
Mulberries are deciduous trees from the genus Morus. The exact number of mulberries is complicated. In part, this is because they have been much cultivated, which has resulted in numerous cultivars. Moreover, there is widespread…
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How to Get Rid of Flies in Your Home
If you’ve never encountered a yellow fly, count yourself lucky. These pesky, vicious creatures might be tiny, but they pack a big bite. Found mainly in the southern regions of the US, they love warm,…
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Is The Sycamore Tree Good for Firewood?
Trees come in handy and especially when planted in a home compound. They help curb soil erosion, provide timber, shade, and firewood. While not every tree species make good fuelwood, Sycamore is among the few…
