About Arietza

Arietza was born in Mexico and graduated with an Occupational Safety and Hygiene degree in Houston, Texas. After moving to Croatia in 2019, she decided to pursue her true passion for writing. With her background in safety reporting, Arietza applies her attention to detail in her writing on travel, gardening, and budget living. Beyond writing, she enjoys morning swims with her husband and dog in the Adriatic Sea, exploring Europe, and indulging in stone-oven pizza and gelato. With her captivating writing style and curiosity-driven nature, Arietza is a welcomed addition as one of our partnered authors, engaging readers with unique perspectives and genuine enthusiasm.

Latest from Arietza

9 Best Easy Cabbage Recipes: Sauteed, Fried, and Stir-Fry Ideas

#edible plants #Garden recipes #gardening tips #Plant Selection and Care #plants #vegetable gardening

Cabbage is a popular ingredient in many cuisines due to its versatility in the kitchen and ease of cultivation. Planting cabbage is straightforward; gardeners only need to be vigilant against pests, especially caterpillars. In dishes, cabbage serves multiple purposes: it...

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Planting Beets Directly in Raised Garden Beds: How to Sow, Grow, and Harvest

#composting #Garden Beds #gardening tips #Plant Selection and Care #Raised Beds

These earthy root veggies are often underrated, despite their amazing taste and incredible versatility in the kitchen. Plus, they’re one of the easiest root vegetables to grow! Whether you're planting red beets, golden beets, or the popular Detroit Dark Red...

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Create A Pollinator Garden: How, Why and What to Grow

#Advanced Techniques and Innovations #gardening tips #Plant Selection and Care

As habitat loss, climate change, and the use of pesticides threaten these essential creatures, a pollinator-friendly garden can provide a safe haven and a thriving ecosystem. In this guide, we'll delve into the "how," "why," and "what" of creating a...

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9 Best Pumpkin Recipes to Celebrate the Fall Season

#autumn #gardening tips #Plant Selection and Care

Fall is here, and with it comes an abundance of pumpkins! While you might be planning to decorate your front porch or carve a spooky Jack-o’-lantern for Halloween, don’t forget that pumpkins can also take center stage in your kitchen....

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Yellow Flowers for Your Garden: Popular Annuals

#fall #flowers #Plant Selection and Care #winter

Annual flowers provide the advantage of change; you can grow them, cut them, and then replace them with new varieties. They also help regenerate and improve soil health, making them useful for crop rotation and ground cover. By strategically selecting...

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Best Blue Annual Flowers to Grow in your Garden

#flowers #gardening tips

Surround yourself with the color of the sky, especially if you spend much of your time indoors. Blue is often associated with tranquility and relaxation, making it a popular choice for high-stress environments like hospitals and waiting rooms. By incorporating...

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Homegrown Bell Pepper Recipes: Sautéed, Roasted, Stuffed and Beyond

#bell peppers #Raised Beds #raised garden bed #vegetable gardening #vegetables

Did you overachieve and now have a big harvest of bell peppers and don't know what to do with them? Don't let them rot at the bottom of your fridge drawer! Here are 14 recipes that focus on making the...

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19 Perennial Vegetables to Grow Once and Harvest Forever

#perennials #Raised Beds #raised garden bed #vegetable gardening #vegetables

Forever might be a stretch, but a very, very long time! When it comes to creating a sustainable and low-maintenance home garden, perennial vegetables are a game-changer. Unlike annual crops that need replanting every year, perennial veggies provide harvests year...

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21 Perennial Flowers to Grow Once and Harvest Forever

#flowers #garden #garden design #perennials #spring flowers

I know, I know, "forever" is a big promise, but these perennial flowers will last a long time with proper maintenance! Perennial plants are the backbone of a sustainable garden, unlike annual plants, which require constant attention. In this blog,...

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11 Perennial Herbs to Grow Once and Harvest Forever

#herbs #perennials

Ok, so maybe not forever, but they are pretty good at growing for a long time. To refresh your memory, perennials are plants that provide a harvest year after year, unlike annual crops that need to be replanted every year....

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