
Bob’s Blog


2021 Home Design Trends
If you’re in your 20s to 30s, think back to your grandparent’s house in the 1980s to 1990s. Unless they were interior designers, they probably had some stuff from previous decades. An afghan that your great aunt made, floral wallpaper, maybe some blue and white Churchill plates. Grandmillennial style is all about bringing that cozy chintz into the 2020s.

Extending the Growing Season
It’s that time. Frost is here. I know it’s sad, but there is hope. You can extend the growing season to continue your harvest well into the winter.

Sprouting Garlic Indoors
Garlic, although some might find its stench overwhelming, I love the stuff. There is something just so irresistible about the aroma of roasted garlic. It is so captivating with its powerful notes, and it has long been used as a flavor booster in foods all over the world. It has the power to liven up any dish and treat some of the most common ailments.

Pothos Plant Care
A native of Polynesia, pothos plant (epiremnum aureum) has become perhaps one of the most ubiquitous indoor plants. It is so easy to care for that is has become as common in offices as water coolers and copiers.

Anthurium: Plant With A Big Heart
Every Valentine’s Day I face a dilemma. My wife is allergic to flowers. Roses are a nice gesture, but usually result in sneezing. Last year I wanted to find a hypoallergenic solution that would also be an undeniably Valentines-esque gift.