A fresh cut Christmas tree is arguably the most important ‘houseplant’ we’ll take care of during the whole year. It’s time to refresh our knowledge of tree care, learn more about pines and firs, and discover which tree is best for you! Fresh Cut Christmas...
Looking for songs to add to your Christmas playlist? Check out these popular Spanish tracks and learn a few details about their multilingual history! Feliz Navidad – Gwen Stefani and Mon Laferte Legend has it that the singer/songwriter Jose Feliciano wrote this...
Just as the days are their darkest and winter begins, the Christmas cactus starts to bloom. The radiant petals of pink, red, white, or yellow are a highlight of the holiday season, and keep blooming until mid-winter. Preparing this houseplant to bloom is easy, but...
Once we take down our Christmas decorations, there comes a time when we realize there is a tree standing in our living room. It always seems rather odd, yet it’s true. This guest, who we crowned in ornaments just weeks before, now becomes an ordinary tree again,...
Early December can often fly by in a swirl of lights, Christmas trees, and year-end deadlines. Whether you’ve been busy or are simply the kind of person to leave your shopping until the last minute (after all, what’s the rush?), you still have lots of time to find the...
Nothing can spruce up your home in the winter like fresh boughs of evergreen. Just as the cold weather saps your energy, the scent of balsam fir and incense cedar can revive your senses. Perhaps you’re pining for a new centerpiece or are ready for a real wreath? Tap...
