You know 2023 is going to be a good year when Pantone’s colour choice is Viva Magenta! It’s practically the colour of excitement and the energy of all things bold, adventurous, and luxurious about a garden. We at Mother Nature have been having a ton of fun playing around with Pantone colour-inspired garden designs, and […]
Chances are, right now, you’re gearing up to tackle that spring clean-up in the coming weeks. We all know too well how much there is to do every year, and that it can often be incredibly tempting to use some less-than-sustainable methods in the interest of getting everything done. This year, however, why not try […]
An early spring pruning can make a massive difference for some plants, and knowing which plants thrive on an end-of-winter trim can set you up for some pretty sweet summer blooms. Here in BC, February and March are prime times for spring pruning, with frost becoming a thing of the past and milder temperatures rapidly […]
If your goal this year is to spark your child’s interest in gardening, there’s no need to wait until spring. There are plenty of child-friendly plant activities you and your family can do indoors during these cold, rainy winter days. Here are three of our favourite fun and educational indoor plant activities for you and […]
The winter weather has been unseasonably cold this year, with sub-zero temperatures taking the place of the usual rainy climate. All the joys of the holiday season have come and gone, and spring is much too far away. Luckily, there’s great news for plant parents and budding gardeners, as being around lush greenery, soil, and […]
Seeing as the life cycles of plants are tied to the seasons, it makes sense that each zodiac sign should have its own corresponding type of greenery! We’ve therefore put together brief horoscopes for all our gardening peers, including plants to consider growing based on your zodiac profile! 1. Aries You’re confident and action-oriented, preferring […]
Our gardens on the West Coast are a bounty all year, including the Christmas gift giving season! Try your hand at a homemade garden gift this year!
As winter draws closer, that means spring is just around the corner! Naturalize and fill in the hard-to-reach spaces in your garden with native wildflower seeds! In this blog, we’ll talk about which wildflower seeds to plant, as well as how and where to plant them. What Perennials are Native to BC? Every spring, […]
We can all agree that our everyday meals wouldn’t be complete without using herbs and spices. Not only do they add the perfect ‘zing‘ factor to each recipe, but they also provide us with countless health benefits. You can grow any herb indoors if you provide the right conditions. From powerful oregano to top off […]
Keep your outdoor containers and houseplants festive for Halloween with these spooky plants! This blog features indoor and outdoor plants with dark foliage to turn up the spook factor in your home and front yard for trick-or-treaters. Indoor Houseplants for Chilling Decor Raven ZZ In the same way that Halloween and ravens go together, Raven […]
