Come along on a little journey with me and imagine this… It’s Springtime. The sun shines, and the air finally feels warmer after a long, grey winter. You take a little trip to your favourite garden centre and find that special plant you’ve been reading about and hoping for. Of course, you buy the plant, […]
Fall, also known as Pumpkin Spice Season, is well underway. The leaves are changing colour and we’re saying so long to another garden season. But wait! There’s still plenty of enjoyment to be had from your hard-working garden. Temperatures may be falling, but Autumn is the perfect time to squeeze in a few more plants, […]
In this case, the plants Hens and Chicks, not the feathery friends. Sempervivum, also known as Hens and Chicks or Houseleek, are a group of succulents that are becoming very popular in Southern Ontario. Here’s why these cold hardy perennial plants are gaining attention. Low-maintenance Low-maintenance is the item on everyone’s checklist, right? Hens and […]
Ah, the sanctuary of a nice, cool shade garden on a hot summer day. Lush foliage comes to mind, and maybe a nap in a hammock. But what do you do when you have a shady spot in the garden that isn’t so lush and could use a boost? A planted container or two can […]
As simple or in-depth as you want to make it, a garden journal can be a trusted guidebook and useful tool for even the most simple garden. If you are starting a garden, or adding to it, you probably have a plan – even if it’s all in your head! Many customers come into Eising […]
If you have some space in your flower or vegetable garden, growing herbs is definitely worth it! Many are drought tolerant, do well in containers, require very little care, and can provide a bountiful harvest all summer long. Buying herbs at the grocery store is often pricey. Growing them at home, using the tips below, […]
You’ve selected your annual and perennial plants, chosen their location in the garden, amended the soil and everything is planted. Or close to it! Now what? How can you take care of them to maximize their potential? A bit of simple and easy maintenance will keep your plants healthy and blooming. Once they start blooming, […]
Let’s face it, summers are short and when we invest in plants we all want annuals and perennials that are long blooming. Flowers that last the duration of the summer are ideal! To achieve this, there are a few things to consider like: the plants you choose, good soil, and the amount of sun the […]
March is the month that many of us have waited for all winter. It’s seed-starting time for lots of heat loving vegetables, herbs and flowers that will be transplanted outside in May or June. It’s also time to plan for cool weather crops. Cool weather crops?! This can be a revelation to many of us […]
If dull days have you feeling a little down, a fresh, green, tropical plant might just be the tonic to inject some life into your living space and brighten things up. Go Green Spring flowers are beautiful, but the hero of Spring is the abundance of green. As everything comes back to life, it’s the […]
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