Bob’s Blog
Icepocalypse Now
A winter storm is on the way, and it's armed with rain, ice, and snow. For those of us along the Ohio River, it looks like we're going to be getting anywhere from 1/4 inch to 1/2 inch or more of ice! Here's how to prepare your landscape and your home for the incoming icepocalypse.
Growing with Artificial Light
I’m not a fan of winter. The cold doesn’t bother me, it’s the darkness. S.A.D., seasonal affective disorder, can have some serious effects like weight gain, tiredness, and general depression and moodiness. However, there are ways to combat its effects. Sun exposure or phototherapy is the best treatment. One of the benefits of working for a greenhouse is that it is 75 degrees and sunny every day. What about our plants? Do they need extra light too?
2022 Garden Trends
Over the last few years we have seen gardening trends shift as people were forced to stay home. This led many people to discover the joy of gardening.
Christmas Wreath and Greenery Care Tips
Greenery, like cut flowers, is easy to care for. Since greenery is cut from live plants, that means there is a definite freshness window. Here are some tips that will help you prolong the beauty of your Christmas wreath, garland, of boughs.
Caring for Poinsettias
Waaaaay back in 2009 we posted our first video to YouTube. It was about caring for poinsettia. Aside from having great information, it helped launch our online presence.