Creek Side Gardens, that fun, family-owned garden center and nursery located just around the corner and down the street, is gearing up for another terrific season to help you fulfill your desires to create beauty and express creativity around your home, patio and landscape. It all begins right now, not only for Creek Side, but for your planning as well. It’s hard to believe that... Read More
“Pleasant wit, and harmless fun, And a dance when day is done, Music friends so true and tried, Whispered love by warm fireside, Mirth at all time together Make sweet May of Winter weather.” ~Alfred Dommett, 1811-1887 There exists a centuries old custom called “Candlemas Day.” This was the time where families would... Read More
In the rush of the holiday’s, after the “who for” lists are completed, don’t forget to include yourself and your family in the celebration. Consider decorating your home with fun and personal holiday accents, winter greenery and flowers. Meaningful Living Spaces Creating a meaningful living space in our home provides us a quiet place to decompress after stressful days at work; they provide us a... Read More
We covered Poinsettia, Amaryllis, Paperwhite and Christmas Cactus blooming plant care last month in November Plant Pointers. Following, please find a list of other popular blooming plants and their care for the holiday season. Azalea Care Azaleas as houseplants do best at cooler temperatures, ideally around 60-65 F. (16-18 C.). Cooler temperatures will also help the blooms last for several weeks. Keep them well lit,... Read More
Visit Creek Side this week for terrific holiday gifts. The Indoor Living Holiday Gift and Décor Boutique and Glasshouse Conservatory are over-flowing with fun, unique and thoughtful gifts that are sure to make your gift recipient happy! Consider, holiday themed ceramic hot beverage cups and mugs, hot cocoa mix and marshmallow accents in the Sweet Shop. Everybody enjoys hot beverages in the winter and drinking... Read More
Each of these synonyms is a common Christmas song or saying. How many can you translate? Check your answers now! Move hitherward the entire assembly of those who are loyal in their belief. O Come All Ye Faithful Listen, the celestial messengers produce harmonious sounds. Hark, the Herald Angels Sing Nocturnal time-span of unbroken quietness. Silent Night Small municipality in Judea... Read More
These buttery-sweet mints resemble the ones served at Grandma’s house during the holidays. Package some in festive containers to give away or keep some to share with your special guests this holiday season! ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened 4 cups powdered sugar 2 tablespoons heavy cream 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract, or to taste If desired, Food coloring 2 large baking sheets... Read More
“Blessed are those who can give without remembering and take without forgetting.” Elizabeth Bibesco Hosting a gathering? New guests coming to visit? Help them find you easier! Whether your invite is electronic or delivered through the mail, include a map. Mapping devices are useful…to a point and not very festive. Welcome guests by letting them look for a “sign.” Brightly colored or shaped balloons tied... Read More
Looking for a fun and affordable holiday gift? Maybe a holiday gift that is unusual and different for a good friend or family member? Maybe you want to make a good impression with something practical for somebody you hardly know? Or maybe you would like something uniquely impractical for that friend or family member that already has it all? No matter what your motives, the... Read More
Cold frames are an invaluable tool for season extension in a vegetable garden. Cold frames allow us to jump-start the spring harvest months before most gardeners begin to sow seeds and stretch our harvest throughout winter. Read on for tips on how to garden with a cold frame. By definition, a cold frame is an outdoor structure consisting of a bottomless frame and a glass/plastic top, which... Read More
