Garry's Pro Tips
Let's Bring Back the Holiday Magic This Year!
As responsibilities increase, Christmas can feel like a chore rather than a joy, with social obligations and stress diminishing the festive spirit. A survey even ranks it as the sixth most stressful life event, alongside divorce and job hunting. However, it doesn't have to be this way! Here are tips to help make Christmas magical again.
Getting Amaryllis to Re-Bloom
It’s not hard to get your amaryllis bulb to bloom a second time. But you do need to be prepared to wait almost a full year for more flowers. During that time, you'll be helping the bulb build up enough energy to bloom again. Here’s how you can do it
Growing Your Christmas Cactus
The Christmas cactus is a very popular plant at Christmas time and for good reason! When they bloom, they have colourful, tubular pink flowers. Their beautiful flowers, long bloom time, and easy care requirements make them a wonderful plant that can last for years, even generations.
Caring for Your Real Christmas Tree
If you keep your Christmas tree watered consistently it will mean fewer needles on the floor. Your live Christmas tree should stay fresh indoors for three to four weeks. Read on for more helpful tips
5 Ways To Celebrate the Holidays
Rekindle the Magic of the Holidays (Hint: It’s Not About the Gifts) It’s easy to get wrapped up in our various to do lists during the holiday season. This year, let's focus on connecting with family, friends and neighbours. Here are 5 festive ways to celebrate the holidays safely this year!
Freshen Up Your Front Door
As October draws to an end and Halloween passes, it is time to clean up your front entrance and dispose of what fall and Harvest décor you have, and shift into a new season. It is a common question, and many people ask… “What can I do to my front entrance and outdoor containers to transition into a new look?” Read on...
Look After Your Gardens & Lawn While You Are Away
Are you going on holidays this summer? Here’s how you can keep your garden thriving even if you are not going to be there to keep up the watering.
Keep Your Garden Hydrated
Watering isn’t about just getting the soil wet. It’s about understanding how plants take in their water and finding ways to get that hydration right to the roots. These simple shifts to your landscape will help you maintain a happy, well-hydrated summer garden. Read our blog for helpful tips. Happy watering!
Pruning Shrubs & Evergreens
Pruning is an essential part of gardening. Correctly pruned trees, shrubs and evergreens will be superior in appearance, vigour and in flowering to neglected plants.
Plants to Deter Mosquitoes
If you have questions about mosquito prevention for your home or garden, feel free to visit Garry's Garden Gallery! We would be happy to assist you in making your garden as close to mosquito free as possible but in the meantime read our blog for some helpful tips!
Save Time and Money with a Drought Tolerant Garden
Beautiful gardens are designed to be enjoyed. However, sometimes it can feel like the maintenance, watering, pruning, and fertilizing, leaves little time to simply sit back and smell the flowers. One simple way to reduce the amount of maintenance is to choose a well-drained area in your property to plant a drought tolerant garden. Follow our helpful tips to be enjoying your drought tolerant garden...
The Secret to Successful Shade Loving Gardens
Shade gardens offer a place of refuge during those hot summer days. These spaces naturally attract plants in cooler tones (think blue, purple, and green) creating a space that is designed for relaxation. The secret to success is choosing the perennials, evergreens, and annuals that thrive in these lower-light spaces. Follow our guide and you'll be enjoying a beautiful shade garden this summer!
