If you’re counting down the days - and minutes - until fall! This year’s Autumnal Equinox occurs on Sunday, September 22, 2024, 7:43 AM, officially marking the new season. What is an Equinox? The word “equinox” is derived from the Latin aequus ...
The Magnificent History of Chrysanthemums
Autumn is a season of joyfulness, prosperity, and kinship. And no other flower symbolized those traits better than the chrysanthemum. Learn why this blossoming beauty is known as the Flower of Fall. _______________________________________________________ ...
Five Tips to Keep Your Cut Flowers Fresh
You did the hard work to grow your beautiful flowers, and now it’s time to bring them indoors. Here are five tips to keep your cut flowers fresh and beautiful for as long as possible. Once your flowers have bloomed, you may choose to cut a few of ...
Six Iconic Tall/Small Animated Pairings
When it comes to TV cartoon duos, you’re probably familiar with the “big/little” trope. We’ve rounded up six of the most iconic animated pairings inspired by our very own tall/small duo, John and Jessi Kelly. While walking around our greenhouse, y ...
Summer Fun in Eau Claire
With summer quickly approaching, now is the time to get outdoors and explore all that the area of Eau Claire has to offer. The city has countless activities for locals and tourists alike to enjoy, whether you are going alone, with friends, or taking alon ...
How to Celebrate National Herbs and Spices Day
The key to achieving a flavorful dish while cooking is to season it every step of the way, carefully curating the taste of your food with whatever you choose to use. Different kinds of herbs and spices provide distinctiveness to cuisines around the world ...
Four, Easy Themed Gardens
Growing your own garden is a chance for you to have a simultaneously beautiful and functional space that you can curate to your liking. While you may choose to include certain plants just because you like them, following a theme for your garden can give ...
Three Ways to Create a Butterfly Garden
Not only are butterflies pretty to look at, but they also play a vital role in maintaining healthy local ecosystems. Insects that feed on nectar help to pollinate plants and sustain native flora and fauna populations. Creating a butterfly garden is a gre ...
Lessons for Kids From the Garden
The love of nature and gardening often starts at an early age. Many of us have fond memories of digging in the dirt with grandparents or eating snap peas fresh off the vine. These days playing around in the garden create memories - and teach lessons - th ...
Who Deserves A Garden? Nominate a “Giver” For Our 2021 Garden Giveaway!
Last year, we held our first ever “Who Deserves a Garden Giveaway.” We had no idea what to expect… so we were blown away when we received nearly 200 entries! This year, we’re doing it again! Do you know someone who deserves an above-average g ...