I think you would heartily agree with me that our houseplants give us a big lift during the bleak winter months.  Especially during a pandemic!...

  I always find it exciting to google and study the new year annual and perennial plant introductions.  New plant introductions do not appear ove...

Gaulteria procumbens - Wintergreen Each year as Christmas approaches, we begin to see the traditional flowering plants arrive in our local garden...

Christmas at Floral Acres brings with it many unique gifts for everyone on your list.  That list may include those special avid plant enthusiast...

A fresh kitchen herb garden in winter is a real treat for the senses.  As you put your garden to bed in the fall, consider bringing in your herbs...

At Floral Acres we are often asked if a particular plant or plants are toxic/poisonous to children and pets.  Thankfully the internet is at our f...

Finding a houseplant for that dark room or shady corner has always been a challenge.  The plant must look good but also exist in low light.   For...

Drought tolerant perennials are the ‘tough guys on the block’ in your garden.  After planting, once established, they will adapt and survive with ...

In part two of the Top 5 Shrubs For Small Spaces we will take a look at five deciduous or leafy shrubs that are not only small but can tough it ou...

I consider a small space shrub to be 5 feet in height and under. Very narrow upright evergreens fall into my small space category as well. Small e...

Most annual vines can be started by seed four to six weeks before the last frost, but I like to buy them in 4- inch pots or larger; pre-started in...

The definition of a shady area can be divided into two categories: part-shade and full shade.  Part shade is an area protected from the mid-day s...