As the temperature begins to drop and winter approaches, it’s important to start thinking about how to prepare your plants and flowers for the colder weather. Some people may assume that all plants will not survive the harsh winter months, but with proper care and protective measures, many can actually last through the winter and […]
Mulch is the perfect material for sprucing up your garden and providing essential protection for your plants. It is a layer of organic or inorganic material that can be used to cover soil, provide insulation, prevent weed growth, retain moisture, improve soil fertility, and add beauty to any landscape. When it comes to choosing the […]
Celosia: A Fall Flower You’ll Celebrate Typically in Fall you’re not thinking about your garden blooming but fading in anticipation of winter. As the last of your summer blooms die and your Fall flowers like chrysanthemum take over the garden, consider another Fall favorite that will extend the life of your garden: Celosia! This crazy […]
Summer Gardening Woes Summer is one of those seasons where you don’t know what to expect so you expect the worst: heat and humidity. While there are dozens of ways to cool off–taking a dip in the pool, sitting by the air conditioner, eating ice-cream–our plants aren’t so easily satiated. Oftentimes that’s why gardeners, greenhouses, […]
Bonfires and pumpkins and pansies, oh my! Fall has finally arrived which means winter is in the not-to-distant future. As the temperatures start dropping and leaves start falling, set aside a sunny autumn afternoon to spend in your garden. That’s right: it’s time to mulch! All about mulching Mulch can either be organic–pine needles, shredded […]
Fall In Love With Your Autumn Garden It was around the same time last year that we recommended you start preparations for your fall garden because the autumn growing season requires you to take early action. You can’t just wake up one October morning and decide to plant. The time to plant fall flowers is […]
For gardeners and bird watchers alike, the visit of a hummingbird to your garden is a rare treat. However, what if we told your these occasional visits could become more frequent. Depending on where you live, hummingbirds have the potential of becoming your new neighbors. With an abundance of nectar-filled flowers and an open landscape […]
For those dreaming of spring, you may be checking the ground for signs of life starting early February. Spring can be unpredictable. From warm sunny days to days on the brink of frost, you need a garden that can withstand the cold weather. For others, you simply need a headstart getting your garden back in shape. […]
You may hear that a rose is a rose is a rose. While still a poetic sentiment, there is actually more meaning behind the color of the flowers you choose. The concept of assigning symbolic meaning to rose color has existed since ancient times. In Western civilization, the Victorian Era popularized the idea of communicating through […]
There is nothing more beautiful than a vase overflowing with beautiful flowers. A fresh bouquet can cheer up any space and leave a lasting impression. You’ll want to enjoy them for as long as possible, but the sad truth is that flowers don’t last forever. You may be discouraged when your flowers start to wilt […]