Planting annuals can bring instant gratification for any gardener. Bright colors and countless combinations and sizes can contribute to beautiful landscapes or container gardens. Annuals are plants that complete their life cycle in one growing season. Planted from seeds or seedlings, most annuals flower continuously during the spring and summer and then die with the […]

Deer are creatures of habit. Once they establish a feeding area, it is very difficult to keep them away. It is important to take preventive measures so that deer don’t get in the habit of visiting your yard and/or garden. Some common methods include putting up fences, homemade and chemical repellents, and planting things that […]

Early spring is the time for your cold-weather vegetables. Some plants prefer the heat, while some prefer the cold. It’s best to get this group of vegetables in the ground before temperatures get too warm. The list is long, but we will walk you through some of the main families of veggies, their general care, […]

Winter’s extreme temperatures can damage many broadleaf evergreens. Weather changes equate to a change in care.  Winter damage is caused by a combination of drying winds, freezing temperatures, and moisture loss. The frozen ground deprives plants of their natural moisture intake. This will affect plants like holly, rhododendron, arborvitae, azalea, and euonymus. What is winter […]

It’s time to introduce your little ones to the wonders of nature. Or maybe they are curious themselves? Watch their eyes grow wide with wonder as their garden grows through the season. Seed starting is the perfect activity that combines tactile and visual learning. It also allows the whole family to get outside and in […]

Low light plants do not equate to no light plants. But luckily, they are very tolerant. No more relying on artificial plants as a source of lush, green nature in those bare corners of your home, office, dorm, and everywhere else you dwell. When most people think of houseplants, they think of the bright sunlight […]

Temperatures start to drop, and the sun sets lower as winter approaches. You are ready to start winterizing your houseplants. This is the time of year when your happy, sun-bathed houseplants have to transition back into the protection of your home. Most houseplants that live outside during the warm growing season are tropical plants, meaning […]

The cooler weather starts to creep in, and fall seems imminent. There is still time for late summer blooms to be added to your garden. Before the frosts begin, pop these plants around if you miss the burst of color brought by spring and summer. They may be “late bloomers”, but there is still time […]

  Tis the season for Amaryllis! Amaryllis, with its striking and vibrant blooms, is a popular choice for both beginner and experienced gardeners alike. Whether you’ve received an amaryllis bulb as a gift or are looking to enhance your indoor/outdoor garden, we’ll help you with essential care tips to ensure your amaryllis thrives and graces […]

Spot the difference with your holiday cacti!     Commonly referred to as “Christmas cactus,” these fun and festive house plants are fairly easy to care for and make a great holiday gift this time of year. But did you know there are actually three main types of Holiday Cactus? Named for the time of […]