Gerbera daisies are not only one of the most popular cut flowers, but also are excellent potted plants, for both indoors and outside. While they are not winter hardy below zone 8, they are well … Read more
Easter lilies are one of the loveliest harbingers of spring, and a common Easter gift. However, did you know that these flowering bulbs are long-lived perennials that, with proper care, can last for many years? … Read more
Growing your own vegetable garden can be one of the most rewarding long-term activities to do around the home. You can’t get anything fresher than backyard-to-table, and the tomatoes you grow are just so much … Read more
Potted hydrangeas are a very popular purchase in early spring, when their gorgeous pink, blue, or white blossoms add a welcome splash of colour indoors when things are still drab outside. Not only will they … Read more
Native to South Africa, geraniums (pelargoniums) are a sub-tropical species that will thrive in hot summer weather, but still put on a good show in cooler fall temperatures. While they are often grown as annual … Read more
Daffodils are one of the first flowers to bloom in spring, and they’re a familiar sight not only in formal garden beds, but also growing in wide swaths in the semi-wild. However, daffodils are also … Read more
Potted azaleas can be used both indoors and outside to add welcome bursts of colour in late winter and early spring. These woody perennials can live for many years when well cared for, making them … Read more
We all love our own space; what is better than enjoying the privacy of your home? Simply put, privacy is when you’re free of disturbance from someone else, and in this article, that someone else … Read more
Container planting is a great way to enhance your deck, patio, balcony or front porch, but inevitably, as the weather gets colder and the days grow shorter, your potted plants are going to start to … Read more
Yard work inevitably leads to green waste- and for the environmentally minded this may seem like a possible opportunity. For others, leftover wood scrapes are an eyesore. Can you compost cuttings like tree branches or … Read more