Idea's & How To's
DIY Fall Urn Insert
Your next home project awaits! Creating a fall planter is a simple way to add some colour and interest to your front porch. Check out our tutorial video below. Happy planting!
Pumpkin Centerpiece DIY
There are many ways to use pumpkins, other than just carving! This dried flower-filled pumpkin centerpiece is a beautiful way to compliment your autumn décor. Use our pumpkin vase or a real pumpkin as a base, grab your favourite bouquet, moss, floral picks, a foam base, scissors and you’re on your way. Watch our DIY video here...
Lantern Centerpiece DIY
Lanterns are super versatile and add warmth and ambiance to your home. Why not try adding your own spin with some autumn décor! Simply adding gourds, pumpkins, leaves, twinkle lights and ribbon will bring a whole new life to your centerpiece this fall. The best part is, next season you can just switch up the décor on the inside and you’re good to go! Watch our DIY and make your own!
Fall Bulbs
Hardy fall bulbs such as Daffodil, Tulip, Hyacinth, Crocus and Snowdrop are spring flowering plants that must be planted in the fall. They are mostly native to mountainous areas of Europe and the near east ñ Spain, Turkey and Afghanistan. They actually need the dormant rest period of a long, cold winter. The melting snow and ice in early spring provide needed moisture as they start to grow and flower. Plant from September to December, even after the first frost if the ground can still be worked. Instructions to follow...
DIY Fall Front Door Decorating
Looking to add some flare to your front porch this fall? A simple arrangement of corn stalks, straw bales, fall mums, a not-so-scary scarecrow and a pumpkin will do the trick! This can be a perfect photo-op for kids and can set the scene for the beginning of the fall season! Read our blog for some awesome tips!
How To Get Rid of Grubs
Do you have brown spots on your lawn? Or notice skunks and raccoons digging up your lawn? You probably have grubs! No need to fear, the solution is Nematodes! They’re an environmentally friendly way to get rid of lawn grubs that are completely safe for people, pets and plants. Follow these steps in our DIY to get back to that luscious lawn you love.
Is Your Garden Ready for Fall?
The tail end of summer is one of the busiest seasons in the garden. The slightly cooler weather gives the plants a burst of energy, with beautiful summer blooms, a bounty of vegetables, and unfortunately, weeds. It is also the ideal time for planting fall perennials, spring bulbs, and get your garden ready for the cooler weather. Read our blog for helpful tips for the season!
The Joy of Perennials
Planning is an essential part of having a perennial garden. Gardens that are not planned usually have no direction and often are a jumble of colour. When planning a garden, many factors determine the shape of your garden; from which angle you will view your garden; whether the garden will be informal or formal, and the type of planting (bed or border) you want. Read on for more planning tips!
The Beauty of Ornamental Grasses - No Fuss Grass
Are you looking for a drought tolerant, fuss-free solution for your gardens? Then ornamental grasses may be the perfect perennial for your landscape. Dramatic in appearance and easy to care for, ornamental grasses are the ideal addition to almost any garden. These perennials add height and texture with their unique variegated leaves and plume-like blooms...
Get Ready For Harvesting
One of the most exciting parts of growing a vegetable garden is harvesting. Regular harvesting will not only bring fresh produce to your table but will actually keep the plants healthier. However, sometimes it can be tricky knowing when your freshly grown produce is ready to be picked. Sunshine, warm weather, and rain can all impact when your crops are ready to be harvested. Thankfully, your plants use a few ways to communicate that they are ready to be harvested. Read on...
10 Tips for Cut Flower Fun
Follow these ten simple steps to get the most out of your beautiful cut flowers!
How to Prune Hydrangeas
One of the most common questions we get asked about hydrangeas is about pruning - when and how to prune...
