Planted Places, an online gardening supply store, sprung from the conviction that growing food at home, in small batches, is more nutritionally beneficial than purchasing from large grocery stores. However,…
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Winter’s approach signals the demise of annual plants, and the beginning of a months-long slumber for most perennials. But there are exceptions. A recent walk in a crunchy-leafed forest in…
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We’re a month away from the winter solstice, but that’s no reason to ignore your garden. In his debut book, Plants for the Winter Garden, nurseryman and garden designer Warren…
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If there was one plant that embodied the spirit of Christmas, poinsettias would be at the top of ... Read More The post Get to Know Your Poinsettias: History, Growing,…
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A striking, sun-worshipping irregular-shaped succulent that also produces flowers Why will I love it? The Opuntia zebrina f. reticulata is an unusual cactus due to its distinctive crisscross markings on…
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This peppermint lip balm recipe is lip-smacking good, and hey, it smells amazing too! Great to use all ... Read More The post A Peppermint Lip Balm Recipe for Sweet…
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South African-born, Brooklyn-based writer Marie Viljoen is our resident weed queen, a professional forager who, in her words, “serves up portable, wild-inspired picnics to lure people into the wonder of…
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Whether compost, manure or wood chippings, a thick protective layer has a litany of benefits“Mulch, I think, is one of my favourite gardening words. There’s something onomatopoeic about it: conjuring…
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Introduction to Indoor Gardening As the crisp winds of autumn fade and winter draws near, many gardening enthusiasts turn their attention to cultivating vibrant, lush indoor gardens. Indoor gardening during…
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Does it surprise you to learn that window boxes are back “in”? You read that right! Just as ... Read More The post A Wonderful Winter Window Box Planter (That…
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