Growing Hens & Chicks

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 […]

A Complete Guide To Holiday-Proofing Houseplants

pilea and aloe and oxalis plants Eising Garden Centre

It’s always nice to take some time away during the holiday season, but it’s kind of a hassle to arrange for a house sitter simply to take care of your houseplants. So, we recommend doing some thorough holiday-proofing before you go. With the right tools and a little prep work before you head off, you […]

Herbs for Your Kitchen

chopping parsley Eising Garden Centre

Gardening goes with your kitchen like peanut butter pairs with jelly. They just seem to make each other that much better! You’ll love growing useful plants and flavors, and your kitchen will love all of the garden-fresh ingredients to elevate your dishes to the next level. But you don’t need a bit garden plot to […]

Easy Trendy Succulents

Succulents are undoubtedly the must-have houseplant of 2019, and with good reason: they’re easy to look after and their vivid, spiralling foliage is seriously eye-catching. They have a distinctive appearance that adds some personality to your home décor without looking too garish or flashy, so they’ll complement whatever aesthetic you’re going for. With hundreds of […]

Tropical Plant Care

bird of paradise plants Eising Garden Centre

Having a tropical plant in your home is like creating a tiny little oasis of lush greenery that’s with you no matter what life throws at you. Especially after a chilly winter like the one we’ve had, it’s easy to see the appeal of having a leafy green friend inside to help us mentally escape […]