If you’re looking to enhance your landscape with mature trees, Ball & Burlap (B&B) trees are a fantastic option. These trees have been grown in the field and carefully dug up with their root balls intact, wrapped in burlap to protect the root system. This process ensures the trees have a strong foundation for successful transplanting and healthy growth in your yard. Why Choose Ball & Burlap Trees? B&B trees offer several benefits for homeowners and landscapers: ✔ Established Growth – Unlike young saplings, these trees are already mature, providing an immediate impact. ✔ Strong ..read more

So you’ve got the basics down and want to learn a bit more about repotting your plants?  Here is what you need to know about the two key ingredients: soil and pots. Scroll down for pro tips! Soil Potting soil is a mix of compost, peat, perlite, and sometimes sand and moss. It is designed to be well-draining but still moisture retentive (especially with peat moss). All-purpose potting mixes are fine for *most* houseplants, with some exceptions: Succulents/cacti, citrus Carnivorous plants African violets Orchids, some other epiphytes When choosing a soil, or creating one, think about plan ..read more

The Pacific Northwest's cool, wet climate presents unique challenges for growing peach trees, but with proper care and attention, you can successfully grow dwarf varieties in your backyard. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about caring for mini peach trees in the PNW.  Perfect for Small Spaces and Container Gardens  Mini peach trees are an ideal solution for Pacific Northwest gardeners with limited space. These compact trees, typically growing only 6-8 feet tall, can thrive in containers on patios, balconies, or small urban yards. Their diminutive size of ..read more

5 Ways You Can Use Hydrangeas in Your Garden   1. Panicle Hydrangeas for Height and Structure Panicle hydrangeas (Hydrangea paniculata) are perfect for adding height and structure to your garden. These hydrangeas can grow quite tall and have large, cone-shaped flower clusters that bloom from midsummer to fall. They thrive in full sun to partial shade, making them versatile for various garden spots. Popular varieties include 'Limelight' and 'Little Lime', known for their striking lime-green blooms that transition to pink in the fall. Panicle Hydrangeas vs Panicle Hydrangea Trees Panic ..read more

Your Guide to Caring for Indoor Ferns Ferns: Easy elegance for plant lovers. Ferns are not really difficult to grow in the modern home, but they will not tolerate neglect. The soil must never be allowed to dry out, and the surrounding air needs to be kept moist. Few ferns can tolerate hot dry air, so air humidity has to be artificially increased. There is a bewildering choice of varieties. Nearly two thousand are suitable to growing indoors, but comparatively few are available commercially. There is also a wide choice of ways to display your collection. Many of them are ideal for a hanging ba ..read more

Unwrap the magic of the season with our Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide! From cozy home accents to thoughtful tokens of affection, these gift ideas will warm hearts and spread joy. Whether you're shopping for the gardener, the houseplant parent, or a baking connoisseur, our guide has the perfect gift to make their season merry and bright. 'Tis the season to share the love and create unforgettable moments! More ..read more

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Learn About Growing & Harvesting Corn with Maria Bertucci     Types of Corn:  Corn is an ancient staple food that originated in South America. It has been extensively bred and selected to become the juicy super-sweet kernels we are used to today; but there are also many truly ancient heirloom varieties still being preserved and grown by collectors all over the United States. Most of the Native American varieties are flint or dent corn, meant to be dried, stored and ground into flour over the lean months of winter. Many of these corn varieties are truly beautiful, try l ..read more

Learn About Growing & Harvesting Garlic with Maria Bertucci     Types of Garlic:  Garlic is one of the most rewarding crops to grow in a home garden. There are a staggering number of varieties available to grow as garlic is a traditional foodstuff all over the world, each region having their favorite types for different culinary and medicinal purposes. They are quite varied in size and flavor, much more exciting than the type you buy at the grocery store with complex flavors and a wide range of spiciness. There are two classes of garlic, hardneck and softneck. Softneck ..read more

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