Gardening

Imagine a summer weekend where you don’t have to mow the lawn, where your landscape is thriving and well-maintained. Bugs aren’t harming your trees and your lawn is healthy and weed-free. You have time to hit your favorite trails, fishing holes and socializing with your friends and family. Enjoy more of what you love doing […]

Grown your own sprouts indoors anytime of year.  These crunchy, tasty veggies are simply seeds that are soaked in water until they germinate. Sprouts aren’t just rich in vitamins and antioxidants,  they add flavor, color, texture and variety to any dishes you chose to sprinkle them on.  Try sprouts in salads, sandwiches on top of soups, eggs or in your next stir fry. […]

Winter Market Our Winter Farmer’s Market concludes this month on Saturday the 18th. Thanks to all of our fantastic vendors, old and new for making this a great season. If you haven’t stopped by yet, don’t miss your last chances to do so. The Winter Farmer’s Market is held every Saturday from 10-3 in our […]

  While it may be too early to plant, it’s never too early to plan. Get the gardening juices flowing this month with some arm chair gardening. Our book nook, located upstairs in our gift shop, is teaming with humorous, practical and detailed books on gardening, landscaping and more! Take these for example: The Edible Front […]

Did you know that houseplants act as air purifiers? Plants remove excess carbon dioxide and toxins from the atmosphere and give off oxygen. Try adding some houseplants to your home or office this winter. Here are some to try: Palm Dracaena Sanservia Pothos Boston fern Ivy Peace Lily Spider plant Houseplants generally like bright light […]

Don’t just toss that tannenbaum, try these alternate ways repurpose your Christmas tree:   ·       ‘Plant’ your tree outside. Go out and stick it in the snow. Birds love evergreens for protection in the winter months. This is also a great way to visualize any future tree placements! ·       Use the boughs as cover. Do […]

This is a question we get asked a lot. Poinsettias are popular for adding a festive touch for the holidays, but they can quickly disappoint if they are not properly cared for. To keep them looking their best, follow these simple rules: #1. Don't freeze it. Take it straight home (or to another room temperature location) […]

Cacti are one of the best choices for those with less-than-green thumbs. These plants are well acclimated to dry indoor air and require very little attention. A slow growth rate keeps them tidy and will fill a small space without overtaking it. Windowsills, kitchen counters or desktops are all prime locations for a mini desert […]

These easy to grow indoor bulbs make a beautiful gift and add a festive touch to any holiday gathering. Paperwhites take about 3-5 weeks to bloom after planting and amaryllis take about 4-6 weeks. For blooms by Christmas, plant amaryllis by November 6th and paperwhites by November 20th.

Take advantage of a bit of dry weather and get your yard and garden ready for winter. Plant flower bulbs for spring. Fall bulbs are now 30% off! Sow wildflower and grass seed. Fertilize lawns for a faster green-up in the spring. Plant garlic for next year’s harvest. Garlic is now 30% off! Add compost […]