Ideas & How To's

Make Your Own Terrarium

Make Your Own Terrarium

Terrariums are the perfect way to perk up your indoor space! These mini tabletop gardens are easy to care for and maintain. All you need is a glass container, soil and a pinch of creativity!
January 09, 2025 — John Vanderwees
Inviting Birds To You Garden

Inviting Birds To You Garden

All trees and shrubs will provide something of value to birds nesting sites, insect food, shelter from weather and predators.

There are, without doubt, birds in your garden now. If you wish to encourage more birds and more varieties of birds around your home, you can do so by providing a variety of trees and shrubs, particularly those that provide food in the form of fruit, berries, nuts or seeds.

January 09, 2025 — John Vanderwees
Air Purifying Plants You'll Love For Your Home

Air Purifying Plants You'll Love For Your Home

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January 09, 2025 — John Vanderwees
Home Care for your Poinsettia

Home Care for your Poinsettia

In Canada, poinsettia are the most popular of all Christmas houseplants. Millions of poinsettia are purchased each year during the Christmas season by people who enjoy the colour and warmth they provide to the home. Proper selection will help to insure a long lasting plant that you will enjoy throughout the Christmas and winter months.
November 20, 2024 — John Vanderwees
Decorate Your Tree Like a Pro

Decorate Your Tree Like a Pro

Learn how to turn your tree into a snow-stopper this year! Follow these quick tips to really "spruce" up your tree and get a lush designer-look!
November 13, 2024 — John Vanderwees
DIY Fall Front Door Decorating

DIY Fall Front Door Decorating

Looking to add some flare to your front porch this fall? A simple arrangement of corn stalks, straw bales, fall mums, a not-so-scary scarecrow and a pumpkin will do the trick! This can be a perfect photo-op for kids and can set the scene for the beginning of the fall season!
September 17, 2024 — John Vanderwees
Planting Fall Bulbs

Planting Fall Bulbs

Hardy fall bulbs such as Daffodil, Tulip, Hyacinth, Crocus and Snowdrop are spring flowering plants that must be planted in the fall. They are mostly native to mountainous areas of Europe and the near east ñ Spain, Turkey and Afganistan. They actually need the dormant rest period of a long, cold winter. The melting snow and ice in early spring provide needed moisture as they start to grow and flower. Plant from September to December, even after the first frost if the ground can still be worked.
September 17, 2024 — John Vanderwees
Wrapping Up Your Summer Garden

Wrapping Up Your Summer Garden

The tail end of summer is one of the busiest seasons in the garden.   The slightly cooler weather gives the plants a burst of energy, with beautiful summer blooms, a bounty of vegetables, and unfortunately, weeds.   It is also the ideal time for planting fall perennials, spring bulbs, and get your garden ready for the cooler weather.
August 22, 2024 — John Vanderwees
First Day of Spring

First Day of Spring

March 20th marks the first day of spring. This hopeful season is full of growth and new possibilities. It is a time to explore activities, breathe in the fresh air, and enjoy a little bit of sunshine. 
March 15, 2024 — John Vanderwees
Spring Lawn Check

Spring Lawn Check

As the snow melts away, you may be surprised to find that your once, lush green lawn is less vibrant. The accumulative effect of salt, snow, wind, and frosty weather can cause damage to both the roots and tips of your grass.  But that’s not all, winter may have been hiding some unexpected surprises, including mould and root damage from voles.
March 07, 2024 — John Vanderwees
Perennials for Your Rock Garden

Perennials for Your Rock Garden

A properly constructed rock garden, with rocks and soil elevated in tiers provides good drainage for many small plants that might otherwise succumb to winter and spring wetness.
Rocks are best situated where the plants will receive maximum sunshine and not be shaded by trees.
August 03, 2023 — John Vanderwees
Vanderwees Garden Gallery - Spring Bulbs in beautiful brown paper wrapped pots.

How to force Spring Bulbs Indoors

Bulbs can bring spring cheer indoors and brighten up your home, particularly in the middle of the long winter.

Bulbs can be planted in almost every type of container, providing it has good drainage.  The bulbs will be planted closer together in containers than outdoors. You can combine bulbs with other plants or with other bulbs to prolong flowering enjoyment.

March 23, 2023 — John Vanderwees