We think that all of the plants at Chippewa Valley Growers are happy and healthy… but, like all living things, some are naturally a little happier and healthier than others. We asked Jessi Kelly to share some tips on how to pick the best ones. For ...
The Gardener’s Guide to Saving Seeds
You did it! You’ve grown your ideal garden to date, but… the season is waning, and your perfect plants are nearing the end of their life cycle. But we have good news! By properly collecting and storing their seeds, you can have a good chance of re-growin ...
Ten Vibrant Trees and Shrubs That Add Color To Your Yard
When adding color to your yard, the options are virtually endless. Here are a few of our favorite trees and shrubs to take your landscape from ordinary to extraordinary. The allure of a masterfully landscaped yard lies in its lush greenery and the ...
How to Successfully Transplant Plants
If you’re an “advanced-planning” type of gardener, you may have already started growing a few of your plants indoors. With the weather warming up, it’s almost time to move your seedlings to your full-sized garden! But, to maintain the health and longevit ...
Father’s Day Gardening Gift Guide
Father’s day is almost here! If your dad loves gardening, we have a few suggestions to help you find the perfect gift. Need a gift for dad? Does he have a green thumb? Great! We know a thing or two! Here’s our Father’s Day gardening gift guide: ...
Green Thumb Mother’s Day Gift Guide
Mother’s Day is right around the corner! Have you found a gift yet? If you’re a little unsure of what to get, here are a few suggestions for all the green-thumbed moms out there. Need a gift for mom? Is she into gardening? Great! We know a thing o ...
Perseverance: The Things We Learn from Plants
Like other living things, plants teach us valuable life lessons that are surprisingly relatable… if we take the time to listen. Plants serve as examples of how perseverance can lead to personal growth. If you've ever wandered through a greenhouse ...
Answering the “Six W’s” of Custom Installs
Think about the outside of your home or office building. Now, imagine how it looks with gorgeous live plants accentuating the perimeter. Well, stop dreaming and start planning your custom greenery install today! Need some help? Read on… ...
Thinking Inside the Box: Square Foot Gardening
"I found a better way to garden, one that's more efficient, more manageable, and requires less work.” Those are the words of gardener Mel Bartholomew, the man who developed the concept of Square Foot Gardening in 1981. His guide on the subject e ...
How They Grew It: Student Transit
Hi, folks! We love our local community, small business, and the families that make this place so special. Check out this story about how the Fey family has been part of the Chippewa Valley community for four generations, their employees are like family, ...