Idea's & How To's
Sowing Grass Seed
It pays to select good quality seed. It is also wise to choose a mixture of at least two or three varieties in accordance with your requirements. This will depend on sun and shade conditions. Don’t skimp when seeding. It is best to use a mechanical spreader, although small areas may be hand seeded. By following our directions, your new lawn will be beautiful this year!
It's Time for a Spring Lawn Check Up
Follow these 6 Easy Steps for a Healthy Spring Lawn - step 1 - Rake, Step 2 - Aerate, Step 3 - Top Dress, Step 4 - Seed, Step 5 - Protect, Step 6 - Fertilize
Read on for details...
5 Spring Tips to Dress Up Your Doorway
Our front door and entranceway is the space that welcomes and invites us into our home. It is an opportunity to express a bit of our personality as we change up our outdoor décor to match the evolving seasons. When considering your front door decorating, think about how to invite spring into the entire space. Introducing natural elements, like grapevine balls, curly willow, dogwood branches, and pampas grass into your entryway décor is an easy way to evoke that spring feeling. Read on for more tips.
Spring Bulbs
Bulbs can be used in nearly any garden or patio setting, giving you flowers, fragrance and brilliant colour with just a little effort. You will be amazed at what will grow from these little brown bulbs. Everything you need to know is here!
First Day of Spring
There’s no need to wait for the snow to melt to enjoy the first hints of spring. Bright colours, newly sprouted seeds, and the aroma of spring flowers will help transform your indoor space into a spring oasis. Let us help you get ready to enjoy the beauty of spring!
How and which plants help your mental health?
Being surrounded by plants can help us feel more calm and relaxed, thus decreasing our levels of anxiety. Nurturing and caring for our plants can reduce our stress levels and boost our mood. Here are 6 plants that we feel are best for you to start your plant obsession with...
5 Easy Herbs To Grow at Home
A sunny windowsill is all you need to grow the kitchen of your dreams. Many of your go to herbs like parsley, basil and thyme will thrive indoors with the right care. Keep the harvest season going all winter long and flavour your favourite soups, veggies, roasts and more with a never-ending supply of fresh picked herbs. Read on for helpful tips to get started growing your own herbs...
Ready for Seed Starting?
Starting seeds indoors is a great (and inexpensive) way to fill your garden. It gives you a great opportunity to try new and different varieties of plants, as well as experiment with planting times.
Embrace the Winter Chill with Indoor Flowers & Plants
Don't let the cold winter days keep you from enjoying nature's warmth. Fear not, we have the perfect solution to help you blossom even when it's icy outside. Check out our latest read on indoor flowers and plants that can boost your mental health like a boss!
Blooming Plants to Brighten Your February
February is a great time to add some colour to your home or office with flowering plants. Plants clean the air and add some much-needed colour during these long winter months. Here are our picks for February
Valentine's Day Gift Ideas for any Budget
Your partner deserves to know how much they mean to you every day of the year, but Valentine's Day gives you a perfect opportunity to remind them how important you truly think they are.
We might like to be able to give our loved ones diamonds and other extravagant gifts but an elaborate gift isn't always in the budget, especially right now. Luckily, you don't need to spend much to show them just how much you care. To help you out, we've put together a few ideas for you.
Caring For Your Bonsai
Bonsai is a dwarfed tree growing in a small tray or pot. Bonsai is considered an art, just like flower arranging and painting. The size of a bonsai plant can range anywhere from six inches to approximately 36 inches in height or taller. Let us help you have great success with these beautiful plants!
