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dried flower art
flowers2 min read

Five creative uses for dried flowers

Once your beautiful floral arrangement has dried up you may think that it is time to throw it out. However, there are many things you can do with old floral arrangements.

May 8, 2025Read More →
planting seeds
flowers2 min read

Planting seeds in the fall

Have you ever tried planting some of your seeds in the fall? Planting your seeds in the fall can give you a head start on your annual beds.

May 8, 2025Read More →
LED Grow Lights over plants
flowers4 min read

Grow lights: the story of one brave petunia

If you’re thinking of getting a grow light for your plants, I can tell you that our experience has been terrific. We did some research before we bought ours, and I strongly recommend you do the same.

May 8, 2025Read More →
honeybee on flower by theenglishgardener
fabulous collaborators5 min read

An urban gardener in England shares his story

After Alex (@theEnglishgardener) has spent some considerable time admiring his garden and learning about his remarkable efforts via Instagram, we reached out to him to ask him to share his story.

May 8, 2025Read More →
down to earth by gardenstead
flowers1 min read

Down To Earth by gardenstead

Just in time for Valentine’s Day, our flower shop has had a bit of a makeover! Yes, even flower shops need refreshing now and then and so, what was formerly known as Bayview Blossoms is now Down to Earth by gardenstead.

May 8, 2025Read More →
pink and yellow flowers by ardievans on unsplash
flowers7 min read

Orchid care: soak it back to life

If your orchid’s leaves are leathery, floppy, and not firm enough to resist when you (gently) bend them backwards, we hate to say it, but it’s likely dehydrated.

May 8, 2025Read More →
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