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Utilizing fresh herbs in cold weather meals introduces a transformative element to the dining experience.   Beyond the traditional expectations of winter dishes, the addition of herbs brings a burst of flavor that elevates the overall taste profile. Whether it’s the aromatic richness that fills the kitchen or the visual appeal of vibrant green hues […]

A Step-by-Step Guide to Decorating Your Own Festive Wreath   The holiday season is upon us, and what better way to add a personalized touch to your home than by crafting your own festive wreath? Creating a holiday wreath not only brings a sense of accomplishment but also infuses your space with warmth and cheer. […]

  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 […]

The holidays are upon us and we decided to ask our Briggs family if they had any unique, or special family traditions, for Thanksgiving/Holiday dishes. We call it Holiday Dishes – Briggs Style!     Dish #1. Ground Beef Stuffing – When we heard Teresa (our Office Manager) makes ground beef stuffing for the holidays, […]

Welcome to Briggs’ Holiday Gift Guide! We have put together a list of some of our favorite items here at the nursery that we believe would make beautiful gifts this holiday season. All of these items are currently at the nursery and ready to be gifted to your friends and families. Knit Wear From gloves […]

With the end of Summer in sight and the last few harvests from our fresh herb and veggie gardens, we thought we would share some of our favorite garden fresh recipes with you all! Matt, our Merchandise Manager & Graphic Designer, loves to indulge in  zucchini noodles with pesto along with a gin and tonic […]

You’ve all been asking What’s In Our Garden, so we thought we’d shared a little of what we have growing here at the nursery. All of what is shown is currently in stock, or will be arriving soon.   Verbena – bonariensis – Full sun – Naturalized seeds readily – Depending on where you live, […]

Welcome to the gardening season! We are absolutely buzzing over here at the nursery with all the good weather, sunshine, and plants we’ve been surrounded by. It’s time to dive deep into the depths of the ever so loved ‘Thriller, Filler, Spiller’ combo for annual planters. For those who are not familiar with the ‘Thriller, […]

  Cooking with herbs can be daunting when you don’t know much about herbs, their flavor profiles, or how to cook with them, but we are here to tell you that you do know more than you think! We often cook with dried jarred herbs, so now that Spring and Summer are arriving, throw those […]