by Nicole Bent | Mar 1, 2023 | Indoor Gardening
Our Citrus plants have finally arrived from our friends in sunny Florida and we are SO excited! Can you picture it? Walking out into your backyard, breathing in the summer air, and picking a ripe lemon from your very own citrus tree. It might be hard to believe, but...
by Nicole Bent | Oct 10, 2022 | Indoor Gardening
Of all the plants that grace our greenhouse, one special plant rises above all others, and it’s the Snake Plant. The Snake Plant or Sansevieria (san-se-vi-ee’-ri-ah) is a tried-and-true houseplant that anyone can keep and enjoy. But it’s also a...
by Nicole Bent | May 1, 2022 | Bulletin, How-To, Indoor Gardening, Indoor Gardening
Hey plant lovers! If you already own a few houseplants, and are ready to turn your space into an indoor jungle. By now you know that plants are an important part of interior design. Before heading to the greenhouse, think about how you’re going to style your...
by Nicole Bent | Feb 7, 2022 | Bulletin, Vegetable Gardening
Starting seeds inside is a great way to get exactly the plant varieties that you want. Many people think that seed starting is just for seasoned gardeners, but it is not hard to get the basics down. Successfully starting seeds indoors will require a few things: ...
by Nicole Bent | Nov 18, 2021 | Indoor Gardening
The days are getting shorter, the air is getting colder, and suddenly we’re staring down the barrel of a long winter – (sigh). We’re not the only ones who struggle with the onslaught of winter – houseplants are challenged too! Our winters offer...
by Yvonne Dube | Mar 1, 2021 | Indoor Gardening
Even though there’s snow on the ground, now’s the time to put some spring into your step! Take advantage of the month of March by beginning to grow begonia bulbs indoors. Begonias are such bold and brightly coloured flowers, and growing them comes with beautiful...
by Yvonne Dube | Feb 19, 2021 | Indoor Gardening
Ferns are our latest plant obsession! The lush green foliage and unique varieties within this plant family can’t be beat! Ferns have become one of the most popular indoor plants in the past few years, but did you know they were also quite favoured during the...
by Nicole Bent | Jan 27, 2021 | Indoor Gardening
Working from home (WFH) is a big adjustment! In the beginning, some of us settled for the kitchen table (hello, back pain!) or for a spare corner of the house, because hey – this is only temporary! But now that it’s looking like WFH is here to stay, it’s time to...
by Yvonne Dube | Sep 2, 2020 | Indoor Gardening
The popularity of indoor plants is on the rise! A connection to nature is an essential way to enrich our daily lives and to enjoy a healthy and happy lifestyle. So this year, we’re keeping things simple with low-maintenance indoor plants. With that in mind, we...
by Yvonne Dube | May 15, 2020 | Outdoor Living
Fresh basil on homemade pizza, fresh oregano in a pasta sauce, fresh thyme on roasted chicken – when it comes to cooking, fresh herbs are the secret to taking your dish from good to mouthwatering! Luckily, herbs in containers are one of the easiest things to grow,...