Written by Paige Vandiver Just because it’s cold outside doesn’t mean you can’t use your green thumb! Winter is the perfect time to catch up on all of those garden tasks that you were too busy to get to in the months when your garden was thriving. It’s also a perfect time to get ready …
There are numerous ways to extend the growing season, allowing eager gardeners to start up operations despite the gloomy skies and slushy soil. One of the most accessible options is the use of tried-and-true cold frames.
Written by Edward Harris As I’m writing this, it’s January here in Zone 6, Dayton, Ohio. One thing that helps me get through the long winters is the year-round plants I grow indoors. Houseplants are just good — they’re good for the air, they’re good for your physical health, and they’re good for your mental …
Written by Paige Vandiver These days, there’s an app to help you do absolutely everything. From meditation to banking to ordering food — there are few things you can’t do from your phone, and identifying plants is no exception. There are a considerable number of plant identification apps for both iPhone and Android (but not …
Written by Paige Vandiver When those delightful plants that bring so much joy and color to your space are looking unhappy, there are some common questions you can ask yourself when investigating how to bring them back to life. 1 – Do You Know Your Plant? Getting to know your plant is the first step …
Written by Paige Vandiver During the frosty winter, gracing your indoor garden with the delicate fronds of beautiful ferns will not only remind you of a tropical paradise, but will give your home a dash of ancient history. Having these primitive beauties as a part of you habitat don’t come without work, however. Ferns have …
Written by Paige Vandiver Aloe Vera is arguably the most practical and low-maintenance houseplant to grace your window sill. Not only will this succulent provide a desert flare to your home, but it also contains a magical gooey gel in its leaves. The medicinal properties in that magic sap have been used to soothe burns …
Written by Paige Vandiver When sleigh bells are ringing and snow is billowing through the air, you might think that flowers and springtime are months away. But while you’re decking the halls for the holiday season, don’t overlook one of the most beautiful ways to decorate for Christmas: with the elegant and cheerful Paperwhite flower. …
Written by Paige Vandiver If you stopped by Stockslagers on a crisp Autumn day and grabbed yourself a bunch of spring-blooming bulbs, you might feel like you’re “under the gun” to get them in the ground as soon as possible. Or maybe you haven’t gotten the chance to stop by the garden center this fall, …
Written by Paige Vandiver You look forward to it every fall – heading to Stockslagers, perusing all of the pumpkins and painted gourds, autumn-themed ornaments and cider-scented candles sure to make your stoop and dining table are Pinterest-worthy! And of course, mums – the happy puffballs of of pure fall joy. These are the flowers …
