by Yvonne Dube | Mar 2, 2023 | Indoor Gardening
In a climate like ours, where outdoor plant life goes dormant under a blanket of snow from November through March, those cheerful green houseplants bursting with life around your home can become a bit of a lifeline. However, seeing their health begin to falter after...
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 | Sep 15, 2022 | Bulletin, Gardening Tips, Indoor Plant Care, Indoor Plants
LIGHT Light affects plants in many ways. Duration, quality and intensity of light all play a roll. Low light plants will be able to sustain themselves without supplemental lighting, and can usually be grown at higher light intensities. However, plants that require...
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
One of the most frequently asked questions that we get is “what plants are safe for my pets?” While we don’t recommend that your dog or cats make a meal out of any of these varieties, choosing pet-safe plants is a smart precaution to take. Many plants contain...
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 | 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 Nicole Bent | Feb 16, 2020 | Indoor Gardening
Around a month ago I sat down with Elaine Stechisen to talk about planning your herb + flower garden. During our conversation, we veered off track and she began telling me about studies done on the healing properties of plants. And I don’t mean taking a herb...
