How To Decorate For Labor Day And The End Of Summer

How To Decorate For Labor Day And The End Of Summer

Ah, it’s that time of the year again.  Labor Day is upon us, and it’s already the end of summer!  It won’t be long until the leaves are changing. Soon, the air will cool, everyone will be pulling out their sweaters, and you’ll start to see the telltale signs of fall...
Finding Fresh Cut Local Flowers – A Missouri Guide

Finding Fresh Cut Local Flowers – A Missouri Guide

Nowadays, with the convenience of modern commerce, technology, and transportation, it’s possible to enjoy fresh flowers from all over the country (or even from all over the world) at various different times throughout the year. For example—at virtually any time...
Bees and Pollination – Why Our Plants Need Them

Bees and Pollination – Why Our Plants Need Them

We all know that bees play an important role in the natural plant ecosystem.  We also know that they’re responsible for pollinating plants, creating delicious honey, and keeping us company while we tend our gardens in the summer.  With that being said, it’s also...
Planting Annuals – Tips For An Amazing Flower Bed

Planting Annuals – Tips For An Amazing Flower Bed

Annuals provide a relatively fast, easy, and user-friendly way to add plenty of floral color to your gardening space. But before we jump into the basics of how to grow them, let’s first define the term.  Annuals are technically plants whose entire life cycles span one...