Showing posts with label GARDENING. Show all posts
Showing posts with label GARDENING. Show all posts
Apr 5, 2016
Green thumbs get out of here! This blog is for all those who, despite their best efforts, have a hard time keeping houseplants alive. It’s never that you intend to kill them, it’s just that for some reason your houseplants always seem to die. Don’t be embarrassed and don’t change a thing - unless you don’t give your plants water, air or sunlight, ‘cause baby, every plant needs those to live. Here are five types of plants that will thrive in (almost) any environment. Pick up a few today and add a little green to your space!
Pothos
Not only do pothos plants not need nutrient rich soil to survive, they don’t even need a lot of bright light – in fact, they don’t do well in direct sunlight. One of the reasons folks love pothos plants so much is that they can survive in low light (perfect for the office) and can be grown in either water or soil.
It’s important to note that this is a poisonous plant. Eating it can cause pets and children to feel very ill.
Spider Plant
Ok, this plant may sound horrifying, but it’s not – trust us! Its name reflects the adorable little pods that sprout out from the mother plant (they look like little spiders dangling from the web). But more importantly, it’s seriously easy to care for. Whenever upkeep advice encourages you to let a plant dry out in between waterings, you know it’s low maintenance. This little guy can take whatever you throw at him, just remember to water him occasionally and he’ll be fine.
Jade
Jade plants are thought to be symbols of good luck, and lucky you, they’re easy to care for too! Jade plants don’t require a lot of water, but they do need some. Don’t water them on a schedule, instead just touch their soil. If it’s dry, it’s time to water your plant.
Snake Plant
Like the spider plant, this beauty also has an unfortunate name. But just as you wouldn’t judge a book by its cover, don’t judge a houseplant by its name. Snake plants received their name due to the striking resemblance their leaves have to snake skin. They also grow vertically, which means they’re great for small spaces! You can water them sporadically, and interestingly, they need less water in the winter than any other season.
Fake Plants
People tend to overlook using fake plants in their decor. Yes, some fake plants can look really fake and add an unwanted 1980s feel to your space. But, fake plants can also look really pretty too – especially when displayed in the right way. Succulents are the hottest thing in gardening right now, and fake succulents can look fairly convincing. Try displaying them in a terrarium with a little top soil and some fake moss. They’ll add some green to your space and will never die, because they can’t.
We hope these low maintenance plants help you confidently add some green to your space. Want more gardening tips, tricks, ideas & advice? We’ve got you covered! Follow @HomeShows on Twitter and Instagram, and like Home and Garden Events on Facebook.
Pothos
Not only do pothos plants not need nutrient rich soil to survive, they don’t even need a lot of bright light – in fact, they don’t do well in direct sunlight. One of the reasons folks love pothos plants so much is that they can survive in low light (perfect for the office) and can be grown in either water or soil.
It’s important to note that this is a poisonous plant. Eating it can cause pets and children to feel very ill.
Spider Plant
Ok, this plant may sound horrifying, but it’s not – trust us! Its name reflects the adorable little pods that sprout out from the mother plant (they look like little spiders dangling from the web). But more importantly, it’s seriously easy to care for. Whenever upkeep advice encourages you to let a plant dry out in between waterings, you know it’s low maintenance. This little guy can take whatever you throw at him, just remember to water him occasionally and he’ll be fine.
Jade
Jade plants are thought to be symbols of good luck, and lucky you, they’re easy to care for too! Jade plants don’t require a lot of water, but they do need some. Don’t water them on a schedule, instead just touch their soil. If it’s dry, it’s time to water your plant.
Snake Plant
Like the spider plant, this beauty also has an unfortunate name. But just as you wouldn’t judge a book by its cover, don’t judge a houseplant by its name. Snake plants received their name due to the striking resemblance their leaves have to snake skin. They also grow vertically, which means they’re great for small spaces! You can water them sporadically, and interestingly, they need less water in the winter than any other season.
Fake Plants
People tend to overlook using fake plants in their decor. Yes, some fake plants can look really fake and add an unwanted 1980s feel to your space. But, fake plants can also look really pretty too – especially when displayed in the right way. Succulents are the hottest thing in gardening right now, and fake succulents can look fairly convincing. Try displaying them in a terrarium with a little top soil and some fake moss. They’ll add some green to your space and will never die, because they can’t.
We hope these low maintenance plants help you confidently add some green to your space. Want more gardening tips, tricks, ideas & advice? We’ve got you covered! Follow @HomeShows on Twitter and Instagram, and like Home and Garden Events on Facebook.
Apr 21, 2015
Earth Day is this Wednesday - how will you be celebrating? For many, this holiday serves as a call to be more conscious of how their choices and lifestyle affect the environment. With this concept in mind, we came up with simple changes homeowners can make to their daily routine to lessen their impact on the planet. Here are some things you can try that are more earth-friendly than the alternative.
Not: Turning up your thermostat. Your furnace uses a lot of energy; why not get toasty under a chic and cozy blanket instead of upping the heat and your heating bill?
Not: Switching on more lights. Candles are a great source of light and can add a sense of warmth to any space. Light 'em up instead of your lights.
Not: Cellophane or aluminum foil. Reusable containers, like Tupperware, Rubbermaid, and mason jars, are great for storing leftovers, but you should also try using them to store other foods and produce that you'd normally wrap in plastic or aluminum. Create less waste while still keeping things fresh.
Not: Buying imported produce in grocery stores. A vegetable garden is not only a fun hobby, it yields delicious crops. Planes, trains, and trucks are all used to bring produces to your grocery store (especially if it's out of season). Think about all the fuel that takes. Help reduce emissions by eating locally when you can.
Not: Getting all your furniture brand new. Often times a little paint and elbow grease is all you need to give a piece of furniture a new lease on life. This is the ultimate form of recycling and it's a great way to get custom decor for your home.
We hope these minor changes help you and your family get a little greener this Earth Day. Are there other ways you'll be showing your appreciation for the planet? Tweet @HomeShows your Earth Day plans - we'd love to hear about them! Let's all work together to make this world a better place.
Try This, Not That
Try This: Blankets
Image via Apartment Therapy
Not: Turning up your thermostat. Your furnace uses a lot of energy; why not get toasty under a chic and cozy blanket instead of upping the heat and your heating bill?
Try This: Candles
Image via Planete Deco
Not: Switching on more lights. Candles are a great source of light and can add a sense of warmth to any space. Light 'em up instead of your lights.
Try This: Reusable Containers
Image via Skinny Secrets
Not: Cellophane or aluminum foil. Reusable containers, like Tupperware, Rubbermaid, and mason jars, are great for storing leftovers, but you should also try using them to store other foods and produce that you'd normally wrap in plastic or aluminum. Create less waste while still keeping things fresh.
Try This: Gardening
Image via Apartment Therapy
Not: Buying imported produce in grocery stores. A vegetable garden is not only a fun hobby, it yields delicious crops. Planes, trains, and trucks are all used to bring produces to your grocery store (especially if it's out of season). Think about all the fuel that takes. Help reduce emissions by eating locally when you can.
Try This: Upcycling
Not: Getting all your furniture brand new. Often times a little paint and elbow grease is all you need to give a piece of furniture a new lease on life. This is the ultimate form of recycling and it's a great way to get custom decor for your home.
We hope these minor changes help you and your family get a little greener this Earth Day. Are there other ways you'll be showing your appreciation for the planet? Tweet @HomeShows your Earth Day plans - we'd love to hear about them! Let's all work together to make this world a better place.
Mar 23, 2015
Guests of the 2015 Cleveland Home +Remodeling Expo can experience the beauty and elegance of butterflies by
stepping into the Arcadia GlassHouse Butterfly Feature! This greenhouse has
been designed specifically for the Expo and is made to replicate a tropical
paradise.
The unique 12 ft. x 36 ft. glass and
polycarbonate greenhouse will be home to more than 500 Painted Lady butterflies
and is outfitted with temperature and humidity controls to create an ideal
environment for butterflies, orchids and exotic tropical plants.
Once inside, visitors to the Arcadia
GlassHouse Butterfly Feature will be able to get up close and personal with the
butterflies. Guests will learn about the butterfly lifecycle and be able to
witness the final stages of metamorphosis by watching butterflies emerge from
their chrysalis phase. Landscaper William Brown will also provide tips and
advice to visitors on how to attract butterflies to their yards and gardens
such as:
MARCH 27 - 29, 2015.
1. Choosing the right plant type and color - Look for plants with red, yellow, orange, pink, and purple blossoms with short flower tubes.
2. Picking plants that continually bloom - As one plant stops blooming another will begin, allowing the butterflies to return for each new bloom.
3. Provide food for caterpillars - Each species feeds on a limited variety of native plants, for example Monarch caterpillars feed on milkweeds.
The Celveland Home + Remodeling Expo takes over the Cleveland Convention Center March 27-29, 2015. Don't have tickets yet? Get 2-for-1 on Facebook and treat a friend or family member to the show!
MARCH 27 - 29, 2015.
CLEVELAND CONVENTION CENTER
Mar 13, 2015
One of the highlights of the Canadian homeowner's year is saying bye-bye to winter and hello to warmer weather and outdoor living. Want to make sure your first backyard bash leaves your guests in awe? Here's how:
Add some flare with interlocking - Adding interlocking stones to your outdoor design adds a clean, sleek finish to any yard. To really make it your own, experiment with different-sized stones and designs. Some of the more modern stone incorporates different stains and finishes, creating a fun twist on this classic accent.
Establish an entertaining area - Creating a designated entertaining area instantly makes your outdoor living space more welcoming. An easy way to create an entertaining area is to organize comfortable furniture around an engaging focal point, whether it's a low patio coffee table or an outdoor fireplace.
Explore natural materials - Incorporating features like a stone wall treatment or natural stone steps bring the feeling of the rugged outdoors to your home.
Create a vacation destination in your backyard - Creating an outdoor oasis will make every weekend a vacation. By including a few key elements like a wet bar, a few palm trees, and even a waterfall feature, your outdoor space will be the envy of the neighborhood.
If you're looking for more tips to create the backyard of your dreams, don't miss the Ottawa Home & Garden Show, March 26-29, at the EY Centre. With hundreds of local experts and professionals ready to help you with your next home improvement project, it's the home and garden event of the season. Don't have tickets yet? Get 2-for-1 on Facebook!
Add some flare with interlocking - Adding interlocking stones to your outdoor design adds a clean, sleek finish to any yard. To really make it your own, experiment with different-sized stones and designs. Some of the more modern stone incorporates different stains and finishes, creating a fun twist on this classic accent.
Establish an entertaining area - Creating a designated entertaining area instantly makes your outdoor living space more welcoming. An easy way to create an entertaining area is to organize comfortable furniture around an engaging focal point, whether it's a low patio coffee table or an outdoor fireplace.
Explore natural materials - Incorporating features like a stone wall treatment or natural stone steps bring the feeling of the rugged outdoors to your home.
Create a vacation destination in your backyard - Creating an outdoor oasis will make every weekend a vacation. By including a few key elements like a wet bar, a few palm trees, and even a waterfall feature, your outdoor space will be the envy of the neighborhood.
If you're looking for more tips to create the backyard of your dreams, don't miss the Ottawa Home & Garden Show, March 26-29, at the EY Centre. With hundreds of local experts and professionals ready to help you with your next home improvement project, it's the home and garden event of the season. Don't have tickets yet? Get 2-for-1 on Facebook!
Mar 12, 2015
Every green thumb relishes in the coming of spring. It's time to dig out your gloves and gardening tools, and create your new masterpiece. With the change of seasons just around the corner we wanted to share five things we think should you consider when it comes to your dream garden.
1. Design. Whether you prefer a more organic flow, or a structure garden incorporating stone retaining walls, the design of your garden sets it up for success. The best design patterns to choose will depend on your space, taking into consideration direction access to sunlight and rain.
2. Seasonal choices. Certain flower varieties are better apt to bloom with the seasonal uncertainties of spring. To present your best garden as soon as spring hits, consider perennials that will bloom in the cooler spring weather like lily of the valley, lilacs, peonies, azaleas, pinks, and vinca.
3. Variety. Maintaining a nice variety of flowers creates a more dynamic garden presentation.
4. Colour scheme. Gardens are much like any piece of art, in that you want to choose colours that complement each other. Start with the hue you like best and experiment with different combinations while you browse the flower market.
5. Maintenance. It's important to consider how much maintenance you want to put into your garden. If you want the most impact, with the least work, consider spring-blooming perennials that will flower year after year with little maintenance required. The most reliable bulbs include tulips, daffodils, and crocuses.
Looking for more gardening tips and inspiration? Landscape Ontario will be presenting its Canada Dream Garden installation at the Ottawa Home & Garden Show, March 26-29, at the EY Centre. Discover lots of fun ideas for your outdoor space and get valuable advice from local experts. Don't have tickets yet? Get 2-for-1 on Facebook!
1. Design. Whether you prefer a more organic flow, or a structure garden incorporating stone retaining walls, the design of your garden sets it up for success. The best design patterns to choose will depend on your space, taking into consideration direction access to sunlight and rain.
Tip - As it warms up, look to see where the snow melts first in your yard: these are the areas that receive the most sun.
2. Seasonal choices. Certain flower varieties are better apt to bloom with the seasonal uncertainties of spring. To present your best garden as soon as spring hits, consider perennials that will bloom in the cooler spring weather like lily of the valley, lilacs, peonies, azaleas, pinks, and vinca.
3. Variety. Maintaining a nice variety of flowers creates a more dynamic garden presentation.
Tip - Be sure to check with your gardening specialist to ensure that the varieties you choose will grow together without conflict.
4. Colour scheme. Gardens are much like any piece of art, in that you want to choose colours that complement each other. Start with the hue you like best and experiment with different combinations while you browse the flower market.
5. Maintenance. It's important to consider how much maintenance you want to put into your garden. If you want the most impact, with the least work, consider spring-blooming perennials that will flower year after year with little maintenance required. The most reliable bulbs include tulips, daffodils, and crocuses.
Looking for more gardening tips and inspiration? Landscape Ontario will be presenting its Canada Dream Garden installation at the Ottawa Home & Garden Show, March 26-29, at the EY Centre. Discover lots of fun ideas for your outdoor space and get valuable advice from local experts. Don't have tickets yet? Get 2-for-1 on Facebook!
Mar 5, 2015
Classic Jack is Utah's own construction and landscaping guru. His commitment to honesty, reliability, and excellence is really what separates him from the competition. His top-notch precision and skill in both commercial and residential construction matched with his creative flair for landscaping makes Classic Jack a one-stop-shop for the ultimate home renovation here in Utah.
Classic Jack has joined us for several of our Salt Lake Home Shows, and each time his display is more elaborate than the last. This year at the Salt Lake Tribune Home + Garden Festival he will be creating his edible table, including a water feature. What is an edible table? It's a combination of the beautiful, the practical, and the delicious! This large picnic-style table has a variety of tasty herbs planted down the middle and on each end. The table includes built-in planter boxes for the herbs, as well as a water feature that runs down the middle. With Classic Jack's edible table you can have your centerpiece and eat it too!
Don't miss Classic Jack and his edible table at the Salt Lake Tribune Home + Garden Festival. The show takes over the South Towne Expo Center March 6 -8, 2015. With hundreds of exhibitors and local experts like Classic Jack ready to help you with your next home improvement project it's the perfect place to get ready for spring. Haven't bought tickets yet? Right now you can get 2-for-1 on Facebook. Treat a friend or family member to the show - we can't wait to see you there!
MARCH 6 - 8, 2015.
Classic Jack has joined us for several of our Salt Lake Home Shows, and each time his display is more elaborate than the last. This year at the Salt Lake Tribune Home + Garden Festival he will be creating his edible table, including a water feature. What is an edible table? It's a combination of the beautiful, the practical, and the delicious! This large picnic-style table has a variety of tasty herbs planted down the middle and on each end. The table includes built-in planter boxes for the herbs, as well as a water feature that runs down the middle. With Classic Jack's edible table you can have your centerpiece and eat it too!
Don't miss Classic Jack and his edible table at the Salt Lake Tribune Home + Garden Festival. The show takes over the South Towne Expo Center March 6 -8, 2015. With hundreds of exhibitors and local experts like Classic Jack ready to help you with your next home improvement project it's the perfect place to get ready for spring. Haven't bought tickets yet? Right now you can get 2-for-1 on Facebook. Treat a friend or family member to the show - we can't wait to see you there!
MARCH 6 - 8, 2015.
SOUTH TOWNE EXPO CENTER
Mar 3, 2015
Nearly 300 vendors will be setting up this year for the 2015 Buffalo Home Show, taking place two weekends only (March 6-8 and 13-15) at the Buffalo Niagara Convention Center. Vendors will be spread out across two levels to showcase everything from pools and fences to fireplaces and kitchens! Here's what's new for guests this year:
1. John and Whitney Spinks, dynamic husband and wife duo from the popular HGTV series Flipping The Block. These DIY darlings will give tips and tricks to renovating on a budget Saturday, March 8th and Sunday, March 9th at 1pm and 4pm.
2. Matt Muenster, celebrity guest and host of HGTV's Dream Home 2015 and the DIY Network series Bath Crashers. Matt will be sharing ideas and advice for renovating your bathroom on Saturday, March 14th and Sunday, March 15th at 1pm and 4pm.
3. The interior Design Association (IDA) or Western New York will showcase the space saving and de-cluttering ideas of Cargotecture-inspired Container Living. Visitors can see how local professional interior designers take 8' X 40' and 8' X 20' cargo containers and transform a Buffalo city lot into a high-tech home.
4. Master Gardener and lead landscape designer at Backyard Orchards, David Myers will inspire audiences with his creative sustainable and edible landscaping presentation. This spring, David's landscape designs will be showcased on the HGTV show American Rehab.
5. Local celebrity guest presentations by:
MARCH 6-8 & 13-15, 2015.
1. John and Whitney Spinks, dynamic husband and wife duo from the popular HGTV series Flipping The Block. These DIY darlings will give tips and tricks to renovating on a budget Saturday, March 8th and Sunday, March 9th at 1pm and 4pm.
2. Matt Muenster, celebrity guest and host of HGTV's Dream Home 2015 and the DIY Network series Bath Crashers. Matt will be sharing ideas and advice for renovating your bathroom on Saturday, March 14th and Sunday, March 15th at 1pm and 4pm.
3. The interior Design Association (IDA) or Western New York will showcase the space saving and de-cluttering ideas of Cargotecture-inspired Container Living. Visitors can see how local professional interior designers take 8' X 40' and 8' X 20' cargo containers and transform a Buffalo city lot into a high-tech home.
4. Master Gardener and lead landscape designer at Backyard Orchards, David Myers will inspire audiences with his creative sustainable and edible landscaping presentation. This spring, David's landscape designs will be showcased on the HGTV show American Rehab.
5. Local celebrity guest presentations by:
- Editor-in-chief of Buffalo Spree magazine and Garden Rant blogger Elizabeth Licata.
- Owner and Lead Designer of Transitions Home Staging & Redesign, LLC., Kathleen Emhof.
- Founder and President of blue Sky Design Supply, Tyra Johnson.
MARCH 6-8 & 13-15, 2015.
BUFFALO NIAGARA CONVENTION CENTER
Feb 17, 2015
Let's face it, not everyone is born a natural green thumb - but it's never too late to improve your skills in the garden. Look to landscape designer Joanne Dafoe, owner of Dafoe Design and Home + Garden Stage presenter at this year's Calgary Home + Garden Show, for some insight on how to become the best green thumb you can possibly be.
Catch her on stage on Friday, February 27th at 5pm and Saturday, February 28th at 5pm, at the Calgary Home + Garden Show, and get a sneak preview of her favourite garden tips below! Whether you're looking for easy garden maintenance tips, edible garden ideas, or secrets to the lushest garden on the block, she's got you covered.
Shady Secret
Aside from what everyone thinks, shady areas in the backyard are not always a bad thing. Some vegetables and herbs actually thrive in cooler conditions, including swiss chard, lettuce, parsley, and arugula. Try planting these healthy greens in cool corners as opposed to sunny spots in your garden - trust me, you won't be disappointed.
Winter Pruning
Winter is not a time to ignore the garden, especially when it comes to pruning your trees and shrubs. If you have multiple trees in your yard, late winter is the optimal time to prune them, as the leaves are long gone and the branches are easy to trim. Pruning your trees will help support new growth on remaining branches, preparing them for the spring months. Most trees can be pruned in the winter, with the exception of Birch and Maple, which can wait to be pruned in the summer months.
Go Organic
Going organic does not have to be restricted to your diet. Do your garden a favour by using natural fertilizers rather than harmful chemicals, found in most fertilizers. A prime example is seaweed - not only will it support the plant, but it will also feed the soil surrounding it, making it an optimal natural stimulant.
For more tips on how to achieve a lush, healthy garden, don't miss my presentations on the Home + Garden Stage at the Calgary Home + Garden Show on February 27th and 28th at 5pm. Remember to buy your tickets early for the best deal. Right now, get 2-for-1 tickets on our Facebook Ticket Deals.
Happy gardening!
- Joanne Dafoe
Catch her on stage on Friday, February 27th at 5pm and Saturday, February 28th at 5pm, at the Calgary Home + Garden Show, and get a sneak preview of her favourite garden tips below! Whether you're looking for easy garden maintenance tips, edible garden ideas, or secrets to the lushest garden on the block, she's got you covered.
Shady Secret
Aside from what everyone thinks, shady areas in the backyard are not always a bad thing. Some vegetables and herbs actually thrive in cooler conditions, including swiss chard, lettuce, parsley, and arugula. Try planting these healthy greens in cool corners as opposed to sunny spots in your garden - trust me, you won't be disappointed.
Image via Garden Bytes
Winter Pruning
Winter is not a time to ignore the garden, especially when it comes to pruning your trees and shrubs. If you have multiple trees in your yard, late winter is the optimal time to prune them, as the leaves are long gone and the branches are easy to trim. Pruning your trees will help support new growth on remaining branches, preparing them for the spring months. Most trees can be pruned in the winter, with the exception of Birch and Maple, which can wait to be pruned in the summer months.
Image via Better Homes and Gardens
Go Organic
Going organic does not have to be restricted to your diet. Do your garden a favour by using natural fertilizers rather than harmful chemicals, found in most fertilizers. A prime example is seaweed - not only will it support the plant, but it will also feed the soil surrounding it, making it an optimal natural stimulant.
Image via WikiHow
For more tips on how to achieve a lush, healthy garden, don't miss my presentations on the Home + Garden Stage at the Calgary Home + Garden Show on February 27th and 28th at 5pm. Remember to buy your tickets early for the best deal. Right now, get 2-for-1 tickets on our Facebook Ticket Deals.
Happy gardening!
- Joanne Dafoe
Feb 9, 2015
In just a few days, an estimated 257 million roses will be sold and delivered to sweethearts across the US for Valentine's Day. According to a survey by the National Retail Federation, 37.8% of Americans will buy flowers for Valentine's Day 2015, spending a total for 2.1 billion dollars.
It's safe to say that Valentine's Day is the Super Bowl for roses, and Birmingham's MVP of roses will be at the Birmingham Home + Garden Show to chat about this fantastic flower. Chris Van Cleave, better known to his followers as the Redneck Rosarian, appears on the Fresh Ideas Home Stage on Saturday, February 14 and Sunday, February 15.
Here's a post from his blog, The Redneck Rosarian, about growing roses in Birmingham:
I can hardly believe that it's already February! Luckily, from what I can tell, our garden has not suffered any winter damage. Usually by the end of February, we begin the pruning process. Here in Birmingham which is growing zone 8a, we prune at this time for two reasons:
To learn more, check out Chris' blog and make sure to see him at the Birmingham Home + Garden Show. The home and garden event of the season takes over the Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex, February 12 - 15, 2015. Don't have tickets yet? Get 2-for-1 on Facebook.
FEBRUARY 12 - 15, 2015.
Image via The Redneck Rosarian
It's safe to say that Valentine's Day is the Super Bowl for roses, and Birmingham's MVP of roses will be at the Birmingham Home + Garden Show to chat about this fantastic flower. Chris Van Cleave, better known to his followers as the Redneck Rosarian, appears on the Fresh Ideas Home Stage on Saturday, February 14 and Sunday, February 15.
Here's a post from his blog, The Redneck Rosarian, about growing roses in Birmingham:
I can hardly believe that it's already February! Luckily, from what I can tell, our garden has not suffered any winter damage. Usually by the end of February, we begin the pruning process. Here in Birmingham which is growing zone 8a, we prune at this time for two reasons:
- The threat of a heavy frost has usually past and it is safe to do so. By this time any tender new growth would not be damaged.
- Our annual rose show is held Mother's Day weekend at our Botanical Gardens and we want to have blooms to exhibit in the show. Not so much for a ribbon or trophy (although it would be nice to win) but as a display of what can be grown in this area.
- Selecting and ordering new roses
- Creating or doing maintenance to garden beds
- Has my soil be tested lately?
- Do I know how to prune my roses?
- Are my pruners and other gardening tools clean and sharpened?
Image via The Redneck Rosarian
To learn more, check out Chris' blog and make sure to see him at the Birmingham Home + Garden Show. The home and garden event of the season takes over the Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex, February 12 - 15, 2015. Don't have tickets yet? Get 2-for-1 on Facebook.
FEBRUARY 12 - 15, 2015.
BIRMINGHAM JEFFERSON CONVENTION COMPLEX
Feb 4, 2015
Enhance your home, inside and out! The 34th annual Calgary Home + Garden Show will up the home improvement ante with seminars and live demos from Calgary's horticulture and landscaping pros, plus more than 650 local exhibitors. Take a peek at some of our top features slated to hit the BMO Centre & Corral, Stampede Park, from February 26 - March 1, 2015.
Home + Garden Stage
Seeking sweet relief on a home improvement project? Look no further than Canada's most talented designers, gardeners, and home improvement specialists on the Home + Garden Stage. Celebrity presenters include HGTV's Carson Arthur, sharing tips for improvement home value and designing low maintenance outdoor spaces; design duo Janette Ewan & Jef Hancock, with quick fixes for updating your home; and local favourite Heather Draper, presenting her signature spin on colour, fabric, and fun - just in time for 2015's home design trends.
Home Tweet Home
This year's design challenge for a cause brings together 20 beneficiaries of Ronald McDonald House® Southern Alberta to draw their dream home, then see it come to life as a birdhouse, thanks to the talents of Calgary's top media and designers. With each "nest" on display and up for silent auction bids at the show, you can walk away with your favourite aviary, with 100% of the funds benefiting Ronald McDonald House® Southern Alberta. Check out our full roster of participants:
revolve furnishings presents a modern 1,000 square foot stunner, with everything from innovative kitchen built-ins to the newest in modern furniture, accessories, and lighting design. Don't forget to get social! Visit Facebook to vote for your favourite look for the home. The most popular choice will be used to design the revolve home, and unveiled right on the show floor. Voting closes February 8, 2015. Be sure to stop by at the show to see which design style won, and to enter to win a $5,000 shopping spree from revolve furnishings!
Do-It-Yourself Gardens
DIY lovers rejoice! Freshly grown produce from your own backyard is no longer daunting thanks to green thumbs at Dafoe Design. Joanne Dafoe and her talented team of landscape designers will cover the creative process from the roots up, demonstrating how to create a gorgeous garden with herbs, vegetables, fruits, and flowers alike. Organic lifestyle, here you come.
Terrarium & Miniature Garden Workshops
Got the Alberta winter blues? Bring a little spring into your home with a terrarium or miniature garden. The experts from Blue Grass Garden Centre will be on-site in the Corral, demonstrating how to build your very own indoor garden with compatible plants and materials from start to finish. Register for a workshop on our website!
Keep an eye out for these exciting features and more at the Calgary Home + Garden Show, happening February 26 - March 1 at the BMO Centre & Corral. Remember to buy your tickets early to get the best deal - right now you can get 2-for-1 on our Facebook Ticket Deals.
Home + Garden Stage
Seeking sweet relief on a home improvement project? Look no further than Canada's most talented designers, gardeners, and home improvement specialists on the Home + Garden Stage. Celebrity presenters include HGTV's Carson Arthur, sharing tips for improvement home value and designing low maintenance outdoor spaces; design duo Janette Ewan & Jef Hancock, with quick fixes for updating your home; and local favourite Heather Draper, presenting her signature spin on colour, fabric, and fun - just in time for 2015's home design trends.
Home Tweet Home
This year's design challenge for a cause brings together 20 beneficiaries of Ronald McDonald House® Southern Alberta to draw their dream home, then see it come to life as a birdhouse, thanks to the talents of Calgary's top media and designers. With each "nest" on display and up for silent auction bids at the show, you can walk away with your favourite aviary, with 100% of the funds benefiting Ronald McDonald House® Southern Alberta. Check out our full roster of participants:
- Amber Schinkel, Global Clagary
- Ana Zanella, 4Cats Art Studio
- Angela Knight, CBC Calgary
- Brooklyn Berry, Brooklyn Berry Designs
- Carlos Cuevas, Kool 101.5 FM
- Dallas Flexhaug, Global Calgary
- Jenny Howe, CBC Calgary
- Julia Kwinter & Caitlin Best, Notable
- Katie Mooney, Alykhan Velji Designs
- Kelsey Hipkin, CREBnow
- Marie-Claire Williams, Cardel Renos
- Ricky Zayshley, Avenue Magazine
- Ryan Massel, I'm Mr. Fabulous
- Samantha Nickerson, Peek Thru Our Window
- Sarah Swanson, Flourish Design + Style
- Sarah Crosbie, Q107 FM
- Sue Deyell, KISS 95.9 FM
- Tara Nelson, CTV Calgary
- Tiffany Burns, Blue Besos
- Wanda Weston, WW Design Studio
revolve furnishings presents a modern 1,000 square foot stunner, with everything from innovative kitchen built-ins to the newest in modern furniture, accessories, and lighting design. Don't forget to get social! Visit Facebook to vote for your favourite look for the home. The most popular choice will be used to design the revolve home, and unveiled right on the show floor. Voting closes February 8, 2015. Be sure to stop by at the show to see which design style won, and to enter to win a $5,000 shopping spree from revolve furnishings!
Do-It-Yourself Gardens
DIY lovers rejoice! Freshly grown produce from your own backyard is no longer daunting thanks to green thumbs at Dafoe Design. Joanne Dafoe and her talented team of landscape designers will cover the creative process from the roots up, demonstrating how to create a gorgeous garden with herbs, vegetables, fruits, and flowers alike. Organic lifestyle, here you come.
Terrarium & Miniature Garden Workshops
Got the Alberta winter blues? Bring a little spring into your home with a terrarium or miniature garden. The experts from Blue Grass Garden Centre will be on-site in the Corral, demonstrating how to build your very own indoor garden with compatible plants and materials from start to finish. Register for a workshop on our website!
Keep an eye out for these exciting features and more at the Calgary Home + Garden Show, happening February 26 - March 1 at the BMO Centre & Corral. Remember to buy your tickets early to get the best deal - right now you can get 2-for-1 on our Facebook Ticket Deals.
Find innovative products, new ideas, practical advice, and great deals with hundred of experts all under one roof at the KC Remodel + Garden Show.
And when it comes to gardening, there is nothing more innovative than Straw Bale Gardening! Don't have the right soil or looking for a new way to garden? Create a Straw Bale Garden. Joel Karsten will show you how when he appears on the Fresh Ideas Home Stage in the Governor's Hall on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
Growing a successful vegetable garden is difficult enough if you have terrific soil to plant your garden in, but with poor soil it can be virtually impossible. Straw Bale Gardening allows anyone, even those with the worst soil conditions, to grow a terrific garden that is productive and much less labor intensive. For anyone with difficulties bending over or doing the heavy work that is usually involved in turning the soil and digging to plant and harvest crops, the raised height of the Straw Bale Garden makes those chores obsolete.
Harvesting potatoes means simply knocking over the bale at the end of the season and picking the potatoes up, no digging required. Weeding will also become a thing of the past; there are no weeds in a Straw Bale Garden. Stop spending money buying containers, building raised beds, and buying special planting mixes. With minimal maintenance you can get maximum production through Straw Bale Gardening. It will completely change everything you thought you knew about gardening - plus, it is so unique all your neighbors will be talking!
Don't forget to check the entire schedule for the Fresh Ideas Home Stage. Kevin O'Connor, host of the award-winning PBS series This Old House and Ask This Old House will share practical home improvement, renovation, and restoration advice, as well as hilarious stories from 35 years of the original DIY show when he appears on the Fresh Ideas Home Stage Friday and Saturday.
The KC Remodel + Garden Show, the region's largest event of this kind (with over 500 exhibitors), takes over the American Royal Center, February 6-8, 2015. Buy your tickets in advance to receive the best discounts - right now you can get 2-for-1 tickets via Facebook. And don't forget, Friday is Hero Day at the show. All active and retired military, fire, and police personnel will receive free admission to the show on this date.
FEBRUARY 6 -8, 2015.
And when it comes to gardening, there is nothing more innovative than Straw Bale Gardening! Don't have the right soil or looking for a new way to garden? Create a Straw Bale Garden. Joel Karsten will show you how when he appears on the Fresh Ideas Home Stage in the Governor's Hall on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
Growing a successful vegetable garden is difficult enough if you have terrific soil to plant your garden in, but with poor soil it can be virtually impossible. Straw Bale Gardening allows anyone, even those with the worst soil conditions, to grow a terrific garden that is productive and much less labor intensive. For anyone with difficulties bending over or doing the heavy work that is usually involved in turning the soil and digging to plant and harvest crops, the raised height of the Straw Bale Garden makes those chores obsolete.
Harvesting potatoes means simply knocking over the bale at the end of the season and picking the potatoes up, no digging required. Weeding will also become a thing of the past; there are no weeds in a Straw Bale Garden. Stop spending money buying containers, building raised beds, and buying special planting mixes. With minimal maintenance you can get maximum production through Straw Bale Gardening. It will completely change everything you thought you knew about gardening - plus, it is so unique all your neighbors will be talking!
Don't forget to check the entire schedule for the Fresh Ideas Home Stage. Kevin O'Connor, host of the award-winning PBS series This Old House and Ask This Old House will share practical home improvement, renovation, and restoration advice, as well as hilarious stories from 35 years of the original DIY show when he appears on the Fresh Ideas Home Stage Friday and Saturday.
The KC Remodel + Garden Show, the region's largest event of this kind (with over 500 exhibitors), takes over the American Royal Center, February 6-8, 2015. Buy your tickets in advance to receive the best discounts - right now you can get 2-for-1 tickets via Facebook. And don't forget, Friday is Hero Day at the show. All active and retired military, fire, and police personnel will receive free admission to the show on this date.
FEBRUARY 6 -8, 2015.
AMERICAN ROYAL CENTER.
Jan 20, 2015
We're thrilled to have Grass Pad Warehouse joining us at the Johnson County Home + Garden Show, February 20-22, at the Overland Park Convention Center.
Before you see the interesting exhibitor at the show, get to know them a little better in our interview below...
Name: Curtis Stillwell
Booth Number: 522
Describe your products:
"Grass Pad Warehouse is a retail/wholesale midwest distributor for turf sod, turf seed, fertilizer, and nursery stock."
What is your best home and garden tip?
"Grass seed sown now will germinate sooner than seed sown in April. Dormant seed early and avoid the muddy conditions from spring thaw and rains."
Do you have any show specials?
"Our most popular items at the Johnson County Home + Garden Show are our spring bulbs, tubers and bareroot plants."
What are your home and garden pet peeves?
"I will not walk over a frozen lawn. If you do, there will be brown footsteps in the spring."
Have you ever had any strange client requests?
"Once had a gentleman purchase 6 foot Colorado Blue Spruce. When he came to get it, he was in a convertible Chrysler LeBarron. I asked him when he wanted the tree and he just said 'put it in the front seat'. He placed a wind breaker over the leather seat and we put the 6 foot tall, 200lb+ tree in the front seat, and then he drove off."
What's your favorite part about the Johnson County Home + Garden Show?
"Seeing our customers after a long, cold winter. It's a nice appetizer before the spring season hits us."
Anything else you think we should know?
"We have five convenient locations surrounding Kansas City, and one location in Omaha Nebraska."
Don't miss Grass Pad Warehouse at the Johnson County Home + Garden Show. The event takes over the Overland Park Convention Center February 20-22, 2015. Make sure you buy tickets early to get the best prices! Right now you can get 2-for-1 tickets on our Facebook Ticket Deals.
FEBRUARY 20 - 22, 2015.
Before you see the interesting exhibitor at the show, get to know them a little better in our interview below...
Name: Curtis Stillwell
Booth Number: 522
Describe your products:
"Grass Pad Warehouse is a retail/wholesale midwest distributor for turf sod, turf seed, fertilizer, and nursery stock."
What is your best home and garden tip?
"Grass seed sown now will germinate sooner than seed sown in April. Dormant seed early and avoid the muddy conditions from spring thaw and rains."
Do you have any show specials?
"Our most popular items at the Johnson County Home + Garden Show are our spring bulbs, tubers and bareroot plants."
What are your home and garden pet peeves?
"I will not walk over a frozen lawn. If you do, there will be brown footsteps in the spring."
Have you ever had any strange client requests?
"Once had a gentleman purchase 6 foot Colorado Blue Spruce. When he came to get it, he was in a convertible Chrysler LeBarron. I asked him when he wanted the tree and he just said 'put it in the front seat'. He placed a wind breaker over the leather seat and we put the 6 foot tall, 200lb+ tree in the front seat, and then he drove off."
What's your favorite part about the Johnson County Home + Garden Show?
"Seeing our customers after a long, cold winter. It's a nice appetizer before the spring season hits us."
Anything else you think we should know?
"We have five convenient locations surrounding Kansas City, and one location in Omaha Nebraska."
Don't miss Grass Pad Warehouse at the Johnson County Home + Garden Show. The event takes over the Overland Park Convention Center February 20-22, 2015. Make sure you buy tickets early to get the best prices! Right now you can get 2-for-1 tickets on our Facebook Ticket Deals.
FEBRUARY 20 - 22, 2015.
OVERLAND PARK CONVENTION CENTER
Jan 13, 2015
Even gardening enthusiasts can fall into the trap of common gardening myths, which can make even the most well-intentioned gardening efforts counterproductive. Don Engebretson, The Renegade Gardener™, is a popular speaker and nationally recognized authority on gardening and landscape design. Don shares his top 3 gardening myths below.
1. Shredded Wood Mulch Attracts Termites & Carpenter Ants - Myth.
Carpenter ants don’t eat wood, a simple fact that surprises many (do carpenters eat wood?). Carpenter ants can bore through solid wood, however, and do so for the sole purpose of building a nest. They will nest in live and dead trees and fresh or rotting logs and stumps. And since a telephone pole, fence or porch post or the wood frame of your house look and act a lot like dead trees to them, they will sometimes build their nests in these man-made structures.
2. Weed Barrier Fabric Is Good To Install Because You Won't Have Any Weeds - Myth.
Nothing could be further from the truth. Few products foisted on homeowners by landscapers and the gardening industry are as worthless as weed barrier fabric. The barrier can mask the weeds growing underneath, but eventually, the weeds make their way through.
3. Organic Gardening Products Are Good Because You Aren't Using Harmful Chemicals - Myth.
Just because you are using an organic gardening product doesn’t mean you aren’t using chemicals. It may just be an organic chemical rather than a synthetic one. "Organic" means the chemical is derived from the earth, its deposits or its plants. "Synthetic" means the chemical is made by someone in a lab coat. Either way, the product is still a chemical used to kills bugs. However, Don believes organic fertilizers are superior and uses them exclusively on his plants because they are gentler on the soil and plant root systems. Using organic fertilizers also means you are adding organic matter to the soil.
The Renegade Gardener™ will be appearing live at the Oklahoma City Home + Garden Show, January 16-18 at the Oklahoma State Fair Park. Homeowners can learn the latest trends, innovative ides, and expert remodeling and gardening tips. Don's presentations include "Common Gardening Myths - and the Mayhem they Cause" and "Top 10 Gardening Blunders - and How to Avoid Them". Don't have tickets to the show yet? Right now you can get 2-for-1 tickets as part of our Facebook Ticket Deals. Treat a friend to the show - we can't wait to see you there!
JANUARY 16- 18, 2015
1. Shredded Wood Mulch Attracts Termites & Carpenter Ants - Myth.
Carpenter ants don’t eat wood, a simple fact that surprises many (do carpenters eat wood?). Carpenter ants can bore through solid wood, however, and do so for the sole purpose of building a nest. They will nest in live and dead trees and fresh or rotting logs and stumps. And since a telephone pole, fence or porch post or the wood frame of your house look and act a lot like dead trees to them, they will sometimes build their nests in these man-made structures.
2. Weed Barrier Fabric Is Good To Install Because You Won't Have Any Weeds - Myth.
Nothing could be further from the truth. Few products foisted on homeowners by landscapers and the gardening industry are as worthless as weed barrier fabric. The barrier can mask the weeds growing underneath, but eventually, the weeds make their way through.
3. Organic Gardening Products Are Good Because You Aren't Using Harmful Chemicals - Myth.
Just because you are using an organic gardening product doesn’t mean you aren’t using chemicals. It may just be an organic chemical rather than a synthetic one. "Organic" means the chemical is derived from the earth, its deposits or its plants. "Synthetic" means the chemical is made by someone in a lab coat. Either way, the product is still a chemical used to kills bugs. However, Don believes organic fertilizers are superior and uses them exclusively on his plants because they are gentler on the soil and plant root systems. Using organic fertilizers also means you are adding organic matter to the soil.
The Renegade Gardener™ will be appearing live at the Oklahoma City Home + Garden Show, January 16-18 at the Oklahoma State Fair Park. Homeowners can learn the latest trends, innovative ides, and expert remodeling and gardening tips. Don's presentations include "Common Gardening Myths - and the Mayhem they Cause" and "Top 10 Gardening Blunders - and How to Avoid Them". Don't have tickets to the show yet? Right now you can get 2-for-1 tickets as part of our Facebook Ticket Deals. Treat a friend to the show - we can't wait to see you there!
JANUARY 16- 18, 2015
OKLAHOMA STATE FAIR PARK
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