10 Tips for Cut Flower Fun

Follow these ten simple steps to get the most out of your beautiful cut flowers!

January 25, 2024

Tags: Fresh Cut Flowers

Enjoy your Poinsettia Year Round!

When our poinsettia plants are finished blooming and not looking so pretty anymore, do we have to throw them out? No! Read on to find tips on how to care for a poinsettia after Christmas so you can, hopefully, enjoy your plant year round.

December 29, 2023

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Colour Spring to Fall - 6 Basic Perennials

These six essential perennials are plants of size and substance. They will be the backbone of your perennial garden. With the wide choice of cultivars available in each of these six basic plants, any colour scheme is possible.

April 21, 2023

Tags: Gardening perennials

Easy Bird Feeder Craft for Kids

A fun and quick feeder to make using only these few things - a fun activity for kids. Read on for step by step directions!

Empty toilet paper rolls
Peanut butter or shortening
Popsicle stick to apply the peanut butter or shortening
Pipe cleaners
Bird seed
Empty pan
Handheld hole punch

January 17, 2023

Tags: birding DIY

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...

September 21, 2022

Tags: DIY

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!

September 15, 2022

Tags: DIY fall decor

Attracting Hummingbirds to Your Garden

If you’re looking to attract more hummingbirds into your space, look no further. This blog will provide three steps on how to attract these beautiful almost magical birds to your space.

May 17, 2022

Tags: Gardening hummingbirds

The Lampe Berger

What is a Lampe Berger? How does it purify the air in my home and deter mosquitoes from my outdoor space? Find out here...

February 01, 2022

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Perennials in Bloom - Month to Month

A helpful list of when perennials bloom to help you plan your garden for maximum blooms all season long!

February 01, 2022

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The Return of Halloween

Halloween is back. Trick-or-treating and small group gatherings have both been approved, but before you head out on the town, here are a few tips to keep you and your little ghoul safe on that magical night or if you're not quite ready for the traditional Halloween, here are some other ideas of how to celebrate this evening. Read on for great tips...

October 26, 2021

Tags: Halloween

Tips for Strawberry Season

Read our pro-tips for this Strawberry Season - Everything from growing and harvesting your own strawberries, where and how to pick if you didn't plant your own, storage solutions to keep your berries fresh or frozen and a tried and true recipe for delicious strawberry jam!

June 29, 2021

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The Elements to Easily Create Your Private Getaway

Create a Tropical Paradise - This gorgeous trend has received a lot of coverage and for good reason. Considering we all want a space that allows us to relax and unwind, creating an oasis is the perfect plan! It can be as simple as taking elements from your top relaxation spots and infusing your home with a taste of the tropics. Let us show you how and then come to Garry's for everything you need!

May 17, 2021

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