by Sara Thuston | Jul 30, 2025 | Plants
Have you ever wondered why eating seasonal fruits and vegetables is such a big deal? You’ve seen cherry tomatoes in the grocery store available in the dead of winter, and watermelons at the start of spring. But the truth is, that depending on your location, some...
by Sara Thuston | Jul 21, 2025 | Plants
The hum of a thriving apiary is a signature of nature’s tireless work, a sound intimately familiar to seasoned beekeepers like Donald Dees. Living in Aberdeen, North Carolina, and the owner of Dees Bees Apiary, Donald has dedicated thousands of hours to...
by Sara Thuston | Jun 13, 2025 | Plants
The Mystery of Purple Honey Purple honey is a chromatic anomaly – a sweet mystery that has captivated beekeepers and scientists for decades, sparking heavy debate amongst the apiculture community over its elusive origins and what causes its rare coloration. But what...
by Sara Thuston | Jun 13, 2025 | Plants
Introduction Grab a glass of milk and prepare for a fiery exploration of a chili pepper with undeniable heat and a reputation for pushing even the bravest spice enthusiasts to their limits. The legendary Carolina Reaper pepper is the hottest naturally occurring pepper...
