The “secret” to success with taking care of house plants is to create the same ideal conditions as they would enjoy in their native habitat. Indoor Plant Lighting Wondering what plant to put where? Here’s an indoor plant lighting guide to four categories of light exposure for house plants. Sunny (direct sun) location? Within 2 feet of a south- or southwest-facing window. Window sills flooded... Read More
Terrarium gardening is a great way to express your own style and creativity through assorted plants and special containers. Choosing the right terrarium plants makes it easy to enjoy these spectacular houseplants without fussing over their care. Where do you start? You can make incredible gardens using a wide variety of different containers—many of which you may already have at home. Think outside the box,... Read More
With spring approaching there is a lot happening at Creek Side Gardens. Planting of geraniums and perennials has been going on for the past couple of weeks. These plants need a head start so they are ready for you when spring arrives. In March we start on the XL container gardens and hanging baskets. You are always welcome to visit and tour the greenhouses. Garden... Read More
Annual flowers are the most colorful flowers that will bloom all summer. Especially grown in Hanging Baskets or Container Gardens for enjoyment on your porch or patio. Annual flowers are also used in flower garden ground beds, usually in the form of 6-pak bedding plants. Again, colorful flowers all summer long. Thrillers – Spikes & Cordyline Use Dracaena spikes or red leaf Cordylines as the... Read More
One of our favorite things about gardening and working with nature is the change of seasons. Each change of season brings new hopes, attitudes, and opportunities. Spring into Action! Springtime is arguably the most exciting of all the seasonal changes because it really feels like a new beginning. We can scratch last year’s experiences off the map and begin anew. A fresh start for fulling... Read More
The arrival of longer days heralds the first real sign that spring is on the way! Your Community Greenhouse staff of Green Team professionals are busy preparing for what will certainly be another great growing and gardening experience. Greenhouse Preparation The planting season at Creek Side begins by preparing the greenhouses. Clean up the floors, turn on the heat and water. The containers to be... Read More
Garden seeds offer gardeners of all interests and abilities a simple and cost-effective method of growing new plants. Whether it is the latest and greatest new garden flower variety or a tried-and-true vegetable variety, seeds are an excellent option for starting new plants for your garden. Outdoor Garden Seed Sowing Outdoor garden seeds may be planted directly into the garden soil at the appropriate time... Read More
“Spring” Into Action is the motto at Creek Side Gardens for 2024! Now is a great time to start prepping for seed sowing outdoors and indoors. Microgreens and Sprout Seeds Here is a fun way to start seeds indoors and the rewards are immediate! Not only are microgreens and sprouts healthy snacks they are fun to watch grow. Many varieties germinate in 3-5 days and... Read More
Spring Planning for Creek Side Gardens begins the previous summer with an evaluation of the seasons flowers. What worked well and what needs improvement. We begin making the adjustments needed to make so that everything is just a little closer to perfect. And since summertime is prime time for growing, this is our best opportunity to take a good look at each variety of annual... Read More
Ssshhh, garden is sleeping… what else can you do in January? January is a nice rest period for the garden, and for we gardeners as well. Your garden is settled in for the winter, but your green thumb may be itching to do something outside in the yard or garden on a beautiful January day in Colorado. Step out into the crisp wintry air and... Read More
