by Anne Marie | Jun 13, 2016 | Tips
One of the biggest nemesis of gardening, is the garden weed! Starting off fairly innocent, these invasive plants can easily take over your entire garden. But what are weeds anyway? About 3% of all plant life are weeds. The challenge with these hardy plants is that...
by Anne Marie | Jun 6, 2016 | Cottage Life
Now that the beautiful weather has arrived, it’s time to get out and garden. Gardening is an excellent stress reliever. In fact, the action of being outside and getting your hands in the dirt is one of the best ways to relax after a busy, technology heavy day. But...
by Anne Marie | May 3, 2016 | Plant Ideas
Stop recycling the same planters year after year, and try something new! Petunias, geraniums and impatiens: these three flowers continue to be the foundation for planters year after year. Although stunning, using the same plants can be tiring. This month we...
by Anne Marie | Feb 8, 2016 | Tips
So you’re thinking of starting seeds this year? Why not start your seeds indoors so they’re ready when the warm weather hits! Growing your own seeds gives you the satisfaction of knowing exactly how your food has been grown. But before you run out and buy a bunch of...
by Anne Marie | Nov 17, 2015 | Tips, Tools, Urban Garden
When we evaluate the cost of gardening, we tend to look at one thing: the price of the plants. However; it takes much more than flowers to make a beautiful garden grow and it usually involves a cost. Stunning gardens need to be nurtured. Don’t undervalue the benefit...