As fall rounds the corner yet again, it’s time for us to strip off our gardening gloves, hunker down indoors, and prep for the cold. For plant lovers, transitioning into colder months can be a tough adjustment. But, although gardening might seem like a seasonal activity, the winter chill doesn’t mean you have to pack…
Category: Flower Tips
Discover The Exotic Beauty Of The Protea
Seasonal fall flowers- especially tropical protea- add colour and vivacity to any decor, landscape, or gift. This season, find ways to include protea all around you and discover the beauty of these fascinating blooms. Not only will protea brighten your home for fall and make a gorgeous indoor design for your home or office as…
The Top 7 Blooms Your Bouquet Needs for Your Summer Wedding
Summer is a popular wedding season for many couples as the temperature is warm and the sun shines brightly amid amazing outdoor backdrops. With the beautiful weather comes the blossoming of gorgeous flowers; some that are popular picks for summer weddings. Flowers are an integral decoration for a bride’s big day, from the bouquets and…
What Are the Best Plants to Put in My Terrarium?
While terrariums reached the peak of popularity in the Victorian times, they have recently reappeared in modern households with as much enthusiasm. With the ability to produce diverse and complex ecosystems in beautiful containers, it’s no wonder people—from green thumbs to black thumbs—are using terrariums as a way to express their creativity and love of…
How to Wake Your Garden from Its Long Winter Nap
Spring can take forever to get into full swing. The last of the winter’s snow might take months to melt from your garden, long after you’re ready to start planting. We feel your impatience! We just can’t wait to see the spring blooms in action after these long, cold months. If you’re feeling impatient to…
How to Make Your Own Holiday Wreath
Several parts of Ontario are already experiencing their first snow of the season, which is often such a welcoming site at this time of year since it reminds us so keenly of the upcoming holidays. Freshly fallen snow on pungent evergreens can give us an instant feeling of warmth and holiday cheer. Take advantage of…
Preparing Your Garden for a Long Winter’s Sleep
October is the right time to start thinking about putting your beloved garden to bed. You might have noticed that the last of your flowers are beginning to droop and fall off, and your leaves are turning brown. This isn’t a sign of neglect. It means that the fall sun has stimulated a biological process…
Autumn Flowers and Plants We Know You’ll Love
Summer may be over, but that doesn’t mean your garden automatically begins to expire. Sure, some of your earlier blooms will start to slow down (if they haven’t already), and your annuals might be reaching the end of their life, but there are still plenty of varieties that not only survive but thrive during colder…
The Perfect Indoor Plants for People with Black Thumbs
Despite your fondness for flowers and greenery, you may not be the greatest plant caretaker. Taking care of a garden isn’t an inherent aptitude, but a skill that can be learned over time. And, just like any skill, practice is precisely what you need to get better. To practice your skills of taking care of…
How to Decorate for a Dinner Party
Whether you’re having a few friends over and want to make the occasion extra special by adding a few decorative elements, or you’re celebrating an event in your home and are presenting your guests with a delicious multi-course dinner, you’ll want to make sure your home looks its best. Flowers are one of the best…