Beloved for centuries and boasting some 800-900 species, the Genus Ficus is exceptionally diverse. And even includes species on every continent but Antartica. Deeply intertwined in many cultures and religions, these were among the first plants to be cultivated...
Seasonal
Scents of the Season: Homemade Simmer Pots
The holiday season calls for comfort and coziness, for hearty food and familiar faces, a beautiful time for warmth and a bit of magic. And as we reflect on enjoying the simplicities of this season, we often muse that the scents that underlie so many jollities are so...
Mastering Basics of Plant Design
Your home--the emphasis on your--should be decorated with your needs, wants and loves above all. But just like with any aspect of design, there are a few things to consider to strike a functional and striking balance. Mastering the basics of plant design can feel...
Common Mistakes To Avoid When Planting Bulbs
Planting bulbs is essentially one of the simpler gardening tasks we attempt to accomplish each Autumn. There are however, common mistakes that are often made by new and seasoned gardeners alike. Take care to avoid some of these common mistakes and come next Spring...
Herb Harvesting: Your Guide to Timing, Techniques, and Tips
"Fresh herbs really belong anywhere you put them." -- Alex Guarnaschelli Truly, fresh herbs, go with anything and everything. And this is not simply in reference to culinary endeavours, but extending to the world of gardening as well. We often note that a small herb...
When and How to Harvest Vegetables for Best Flavour
It's a well-known guarantee that gardening, In its slow, but steady pace, never fails to entice with new challenges. Regardless if it's the garden or the gardener who decides the next challenge, each year there is something new. For example, once you've found your...






