The word lawn comes from the Middle English word launde, which meant a clearing in a woodland. It referred to those peaceful and serene meadows that you may encounter when hiking through a forest. They’re ideal places to build a cabin, and it’s no surprise that we...
Where can I plant arborvitae? Arborvitae, or ‘arbs’ for short, prefer to be planted in full sun areas that receive 6+ hours of sun per day. However, several varieties can thrive in partial shade areas that get 4-6 hours of sun per day. Most arborvitae varieties do not...
Looking for a stylish, long-living houseplant? Hoyas have become one of the hottest houseplants in recent years, but they’ve been a favorite among plant lovers for a long time. Whether you have one already or are looking for a new plant companion, here is your guide...
Sometimes even the word pest is enough to disturb the zen of our indoor garden. It’s easier to tolerate them outside (after all, bugs are part of the landscape), but when they invade the comfort of our own living room—that thought alone can keep us up at night....
How bugs find your indoor houseplants is often a mystery. But once they’re there, it shouldn’t be a mystery on how to treat them. In fact, it’s often simpler than you think. Here are easy ways to evict the most common pests from your indoor plants!...
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,...
