Pyrethrin insecticide is a naturally occurring substance (derived from chrysanthemum flowers) that is a highly effective insect repellent and pesticide. Best of all, many consider it one of the safest pest control options available for people, pets, and the environment.
Lemon Eucalyptus Oil Mosquito Repellent: DEET-Free, Effective, Less-Toxic
Whether you’re just looking to avoid annoying bug bites at your summer BBQs, or if you’re a full-fledged member of Hope Solo’s anti-Zika Virus crusade, you need an effective repellent for mosquitoes and other biting insects. Trouble is, while DEET is the top commercially available chemical repellent because it’s highly effective, it may also bring […]
Jobe’s Organic Fertilizers for Fruits, Vegetables, & Gardens
Springtime has sprung – soon flowers will be blooming and vegetables will be sprouting. Maybe your garden needs a little jumpstart, but there’s no need to flood the soil with artificial chemicals. Jobe’s produces a line of 100% organic fertilizers that deliver fast and effective results.
Rainwater HOG Rain Barrel: Super-Sized Drinking Water Storage
Rainwater is an amazing resource, and it’s totally free. Rain barrels are great for small gardens, but finding a good place for them can be tough. And what if you want to collect larger quantities of water, or safely store drinking water? The Rainwater HOG rain barrel is the answer you’ve been looking for.
Ultra-Luxury BioFuel Cookout: Grillworks Wood Grills
Grillworks wood grills are natural-wood-burning shrines to open-flame gourmet cooking, with features (and a price tag) to match.
Safer, Eco-Friendly De-Icers: Skip The Salt
Part of the reason behind an eco-friendly home is to make it healthier for everyone who lives there, and taking a spill on an icy sidewalk or driveway certainly isn’t healthy. Many common ice melting products are pretty bad for pets, vehicles, and the environment – but luckily there are eco-friendly de-icers as alternatives.
Goal Zero Yeti 150: Midsize Solar Generator & Charger
Just unveiled at the Consumer Electronics Show, the Goal Zero Yeti 150 is a solar generator to keep bigger devices like laptops powered up off the grid. It’s a portable all-in-one design that emits no exhaust fumes, unlike gasoline or diesel generators.
Greenstone Recycled Granite Pavers: Beauty, Durability, LEED Points
Paving stones for walkways and patios should be beautiful – but they also need to be practical, durable, and affordable. And what if they happened to be eco-friendly enough to qualify for LEED certification credits?
Drinking Water Safe Garden Hose: BPA, PVC, Lead Free
A good garden hose isn’t just durable. It also won’t contain nasty chemicals that might leach into the water flowing through it to contaminate your drinking water or vegetable garden. Water Right offers a high-quality, drinking water safe garden hose that’s made of polyurethane – a great option since it’s free of lead and other potentially […]
Green Gift Ideas For Home, Lawn, & Garden
Whether your home is a sprawling estate or a cozy little urban apartment, your indoor and outdoor spaces both reflect your respect for the natural environment. Here are a few green gift ideas to suit any eco-conscious friend or family member.
Best LED Solar Lights For Gardens, Decks, & Walkways
Low-power LED solar lights are a great option for providing a bit of illumination in outdoor spaces like yards & walkways. They require no wiring from your home’s electrical system, and use only the energy that the sun’s rays provide.
