See what our resident plant expert, Kathy, is up to "this month in the garden" as she walks us through must-know advice on all your "How To's" and "DIY's"! Plus, check out our "Top 5" Picks and "What's Bugging You?" Series.
Summer always seems to fly by, and this year has been no exception. August is already upon us! We still have time to enjoy the warmth, hit the beach, and spend time with family before autumn arrives and routines settle out once more. September will be here before we know it, ushering us into the cold season once more.
But enough of that! For now, peak growing season is still here, and there are plenty of things to do in the garden...
Spider mites are unfortunately a common houseplant pest that can appear anytime of the year but especially in winter when our houses our warm, dry and lack humidity...
Growing plants and raising pets: these two interests often go hand in hand. But in some cases, they can also contradict. Many plants can be toxic or harmful in some way to humans and animals—and if you have curious pets, it’s important to know which ones are safe and which to avoid.
At Floral Acres, we still have a good inventory of perennials, and it’s a great time of year to select some new perennials. Just avoid planting on the hottest days, and make sure young plants get plenty of water to establish their roots.
If you’re a houseplant enthusiast, you’ve probably heard of tissue culture propagation. If you haven’t, you’re in luck, because we’re going to get into the details of it today. For many people, even plant collectors who are familiar with stem cutting or wetstick propagation, tissue culture may sound intimidating.
But the good news is this: tissue culture means that many rare plants that were once inaccessible due to scarcity and high costs are now becoming available on the market. And with a little extra care, you can raise them in your home.
Now that the new year has arrived, I find myself looking forward to the spring months—even though many weeks and months of winter still remain ahead. Preparing for this year’s garden in advance doesn’t harm anyone. In fact, this is today’s topic. Perhaps you’re the sort of person who likes to grow your own garden plants from seed, or perhaps you prefer to pick...
