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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 →
gardening basket
inspiration1 min read

A day in a permaculture life

What does it look like to live sustainably and self-sufficiently in our modern world? We were curious, too, so we decided to find out.

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 →
botanical bath tea
fabulous collaborators2 min read

Botanical bath? Sign us up!

As gardeners who are fond of the occasional soak in the tub, when we read the words ‘botanical’ alongside ‘bath’, we can’t help it, we’re going to be curious.

May 8, 2025Read More →
exploring plants
fabulous collaborators3 min read

Searching for a better way to feed plants

Aaron Deacon was frustrated by the scarcity of natural solutions for feeding plants and supplementing soil. Thinking there had to be a better way to feed his plants, Aaron started to search for a solution.

May 8, 2025Read More →
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