Siberian Iris

Friends and family who visit my garden when the Iris in bloom, often exclaim, “Aren’t these colorful! What type of Iris are they?” They are referring to the Siberian Irises, which are planted in long drifts above the bog garden path. […]

Tomatoes – Did you know?

Gardening is stuffed full with lore, old wives’ tales, call it what you like. Some of it is quite frankly rubbish, some are uninteresting but useful, and occasionally it is both interesting and useful. Each month we will give you a […]

How to Prepare for a Snowstorm

You don’t need to be an expert in the weather to know when a storm is coming, even if you can’t see the signs in the sky the weather channel should highlight the risk for you. Of course, the fact […]

How to Enhance Your Backyard with landscaper blocks

Looking for ways to improve the appearance and usability of your home’s backyard space? You have many different options. You could choose to use stacked stone. You could go with traditional brick. You might decide on customer concrete. However, landscape […]

Mistletoe Myths and Medicines

Most people associate mistletoe with kissing, as it’s customary for anyone caught standing under a sprig of this plant (often strategically placed in a doorway) to receive a kiss. But did you know that mistletoe, now considered a Christmas plant, […]

Kalanchoe – A Holiday Plant

Kalanchoe is a popular flowering indoor plant used year round but particularly found for sale during the Thanksgiving and Christmas seasons.  This succulent plant (thick, fleshy leaves) has bright flowers, coming in various colors, and with the proper care lasts […]

Rattan Garden Furniture

There are many reasons to make rattan garden furniture a part of your garden set up. In the last few years, more and more people are choosing to use the garden like an extra room. Rattan furniture is perfect for […]