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How to Preserve Your Pumpkins | 3 Simple Steps
It’s pumpkin season! September is a month for getting back into a routine, pulling out the sweaters, and setting out the pumpkins. While there continue to be more and more faux pumpkin options that look pretty realistic, to me, not much beats beautiful fresh pumpkins from the garden or local farm. We are going to share with you a simple way from On Sutton Place to keep your fresh pumpkin looking, well fresh, all season long. In a large sink or tub, prepare a mixture of bleach, water and dish... Read more...
3 Ways Gardening Can Reduce Stress
3 Ways Gardening Can Reduce Stress
Gardening involves observing plant life and sun exposure, which both decrease high blood pressure. This makes gardening an effective way to counteract the body’s stress response. Gardening is a scientifically-proven... Read more...
understanding gardening climate zones
Understanding USDA Climate Zones: Your Complete Guide
Once you become familiar with your regional weather patterns, climate zones and frost dates take a backseat to observable seasonal temperature changes. The primary reason a seasoned gardener will use... Read more...
how to dry hydrangea
3 Steps To Drying Hydrangea
Taking a lesson from P. Allen Smith, here are 3 easy steps to enjoy these beautiful blooms well past their summer prime. Read more...
gift guide for the gardener
15 Garden Gift Ideas For Her
Knowing what to get the gardener on your list can be hard!  We have put together a list of 15 items that is sure to bring a smile to any... Read more...
how to care for your mums
4 Ways to Make the Most of Your Mums
Mums are a fall staple and we have some tips to keep your blooms looking pretty all season long Read more...
3 outdoor plants to keep the flies away
3 Outdoor Plants To Keep The Flies Away
Not only will mint help repel the flies, you have the perfect garnish on hand for those summer night mojitos! Read more...
health benefits of gardening
Get Healthy-Get Gardening: 7 Reasons Gardening Is Good For Your Health
Have you gained an interest in gardening over the last several months? Along with the benefit of knowing how and where your food is grown, gardening has several health benefits... Read more...
5 Things To Do In The Yard & Garden During Quarantine
5 Things To Do In The Yard & Garden During Quarantine
We have come up with a list of 5 simple things you can be doing in your yard and garden right now, during the quarantine. With all the health benefits... Read more...
15 gift ideas for the mom who likes to garden
15 Gift Ideas for the Mom Who Likes To Garden
We have put together a collection of 15 great gift ideas for the mom on your list who likes to garden.  From candles with plantable packaging, to personalized gardening tools,... Read more...
outdoor gardening
How To Take Your Love Of Indoor Plants Outdoors
Are you falling in love with your new role as a plant parent and wondering how you can grow this role and possibly take it outdoors? It can be intimidating... Read more...
indoor house plant care
How To Care For Your Houseplants While You Are Away.
Are you a new plant parent and have plans that will take you out of town? Here are some simple tips that will keep your plants happy while you are... Read more...