by Nicole Forbes | Sep 29, 2021 | Container Gardening, DIY Projects, Fall Gardening
Succulent pumpkins are all the rage this season—they take everything wonderful about fall and distill it into the perfect, long-lasting arrangement. The only problem is we can’t seem to keep them in stock! As soon as we make up a batch, they disappear with a...
by Nicole Forbes | Sep 15, 2021 | Container Gardening, Fall Gardening, Winter Gardening
As summer annuals begin to wane and container plantings start to lose their luster, it’s time for a change! Planting fall containers is best done by mid-October (at least 6 weeks before our first frost) so they have some time to root in and fill out before...
by Nicole Forbes | Sep 14, 2021 | Container Gardening, Indoor Plants
7 Basic Rules for Successful Indoor Plants Let houseplants rest during the winter (October–February). Accept the loss of “temporary” plants. Give them extra humidity (group them together). Treat problems promptly. Learn to repot when needed Don’t drown...
by Nicole Forbes | Jul 15, 2021 | Container Gardening, Indoor Plants
Travel plans have been made, time off from work has been approved, and now you’re looking forward to some time away from home! Preparing to go on vacation requires a little planning. We often need to make special arrangements to ensure care for the things we leave...
by April Olson | May 19, 2021 | Container Gardening, Edible Gardening
Growing our own food has evolved over the years. What started as a necessity has now grown into a hobby for many people and a way to live more sustainably. Why should you grow your own food? Beyond saving you a trip to the grocery store every now and then, growing...
by Nicole Forbes | May 12, 2021 | Container Gardening, Edible Gardening, Summer Gardening
In the Pacific Northwest, we basically have three main growing seasons: two cool, wetter seasons (spring and fall) and the warmer months of summer in between. Early spring crops must be able to withstand cold soil conditions and low nighttime temperatures. Salad...
