Bob’s Blog
Valentine's Rose Alternatives
Get ready for The Great Valentine’s Day Rose Shortage of 2022!
Icepocalypse Now
A winter storm is on the way, and it's armed with rain, ice, and snow. For those of us along the Ohio River, it looks like we're going to be getting anywhere from 1/4 inch to 1/2 inch or more of ice! Here's how to prepare your landscape and your home for the incoming icepocalypse.
Growing with Artificial Light
I’m not a fan of winter. The cold doesn’t bother me, it’s the darkness. S.A.D., seasonal affective disorder, can have some serious effects like weight gain, tiredness, and general depression and moodiness. However, there are ways to combat its effects. Sun exposure or phototherapy is the best treatment. One of the benefits of working for a greenhouse is that it is 75 degrees and sunny every day. What about our plants? Do they need extra light too?
Winter Houseplant Care
Over the last decade houseplants have seen a resurgence in popularity. However, growing houseplants during the middle of the winter in our region creates some unique challenges.
2022 Garden Trends
Over the last few years we have seen gardening trends shift as people were forced to stay home. This led many people to discover the joy of gardening.
2022 Gardening Resolutions
Over the last couple weeks, we have asked for your gardening/outdoor resolutions for 2022. We got a bunch of responses! Let’s take a look at some of them.