Spring is in the air, and so is the scent of lavender. For many of you, lavender is an all-time favorite perennial. For others, growing it can be challenging and frustrating. Lavender Throughout History Here’s a little historical background on this popular plant. Lavender has been used for thousands of years, dating to ancient Greeks … Read more
Try These Plants and Turn Your Brown Thumb Green February is houseplant month for The Great Big Greenhouse in Richmond, and we pride ourselves on the selection of houseplants that we carry. We have a houseplant for you. Some houseplants are easier to care for than others. Success with houseplants starts with choosing the right … Read more
February is Houseplant Month at the Great Big Greenhouse, and we’re all about giving your plants a little extra love. Whether you’re a seasoned plant parent or a newbie, one question that often arises is, “When should I repot my houseplant?” The truth is, timing is key, and while it’s tempting to give your new … Read more
It’s the time of year to begin thinking about seeds for your spring/summer garden. Let’s talk about the difference between heirlooms, hybrids, and GMOs. What are Heirloom Seeds? An heirloom seed is one with history. An heirloom has been passed down for several generations. Many heirlooms have been passed down for more than a century. … Read more
It’s Official…Christmas Season is Here. Let’s Keep It Real Thanksgiving has passed, and December begins this weekend. We have now officially entered the holiday season. Buying a Christmas tree is on everyone’s mind. It is fun to learn some background facts when it comes to the fresh trees and greenery that we all use for … Read more
I’ve pulled up all my summer veggies and planted a few cool-season veggies like kale, broccoli, and spinach. But the cool-season veggies don’t take up as much space as the summer veggies. My second raised bed is going to have nothing in it this winter. Can I do something to ensure my garden is as … Read more
Now that your houseplants have all been moved back inside for the colder months, it’s important to keep an eye out for some common issues that can arise. The transition from outdoor to indoor conditions can sometimes be tough on plants, and certain problems may surface as they adjust. Here are a few things to … Read more
Leaves all over the yard and acorns on the back deck—boy, it is Fall. Several centuries ago, people thought of three seasons—Summer, Harvest, and Winter. Spring was regarded as a pre-summer period called Lenten. Harvest comes from an old Norse word, haust, meaning to gather. They also used autumn, which comes from the Latin autumnus, which … Read more
Are you thinking about growing something fun and different? Bonsai is a great option to consider. Let’s Look at the Ancient Oriental Art of Bonsai Bonsai is from the Japanese word bon, meaning container, and sai, meaning planting, so a planting in a container. The correct pronunciation is more like bone-sigh, not Bahn-zai. Bonsai is … Read more
I am thinking ahead a little bit. Yes, we are in August, but the fall planting season will soon be here before we know it. Adding manure to our soil when planting is not something new. Farmers have been using it to fertilize their crops for thousands of years. It is the oldest fertilizer known … Read more
