As temperatures continue to drop at nightfall, you may want to invest in a patio heater of some sort. Although I live in California it is a great investment, and is often borrowed by friends and family for assorted events and parties. Patio heaters are especially handy during these winter months to keep … [Read more...]
Tropical and Exotic Plants – Bonzai, Lotus, Bamboo and Money Tree!
February 11, 2008 By 3 Comments
There is nothing quite as tranquil and beautiful as a Japanese themed garden! Check out the following exotic and tropical plants you can purchase to add a touch of the orient to your home and garden today. With its beautiful braided trunk, the Asian money tree is not only of unique visual interest, but … [Read more...]
Gardening Deal: Year End Sale on Indoor Gardening Tool Sets
January 4, 2008 By Leave a Comment
Take advantage of huge savings and deals at After Christmas Sales! As an example, Wrapables.com one of my favorite sites is having a Year End Sale that offers up to 55% Off merchandise. The featured Indoor Gardening Tool Set is currently on sale, originally sold for $24.95 it is currently on sale … [Read more...]
Secret to Great Food? Fresh Herbs of Course!
December 3, 2007 By Leave a Comment
The key to all great cooking is the freshest ingredients! So why not grow your own herbs on your kitchen counter top? This Italian Herb Garden that is sold exclusively at Red Envelope features basil, oregano and chives. It would make a delicious gift for friends and family who would appreciate the use … [Read more...]
Living Treehouses
November 20, 2007 By 1 Comment
Honestly this is one of the coolest and most inventive stories I have read in a mighty long time, please read about eco-architect Mitchell Joachim’s visionary ideas about how to grow living treehouses from ficus molded around frame structures. Displayed below is a video from Mitchell Joachim explaining … [Read more...]
Why Do Leaves Fall Off a Tree?
November 8, 2007 By 6 Comments
So recently a colleague of mine came by for a visit. By visit I mean he walked by my desk and decided to hover and talk for a bit. He said while he enjoys my blog immensely, (these are his words, not mine.. ha,ha) that I should post more about gardens and gardening. Well never let it be said that … [Read more...]
Hello, This is Your Plants Calling…I’m Thirsty!
October 30, 2007 By 2 Comments
It's long been suggested that you should talk to your plants, kiss em', hug em', whisper sweet nothings into their leaves! Doing so apparently makes them healthier, but now the plants are talking back. A company called Botanicalls have merged plant care with telecommunications, devising and constructing … [Read more...]
Plants Are Walking?
October 25, 2007 By 11 Comments
Do your plants not get enough sun during the day? Plant ‘O’ Matic is the solution! A flowerpot on wheels equipped with solar panels allows the plants to roll themselves into the sun. We found this object at Stereonoise, the inventor’s studio run by Pep Torres in Barcelona, Spain. Unfortunately … [Read more...]
Go Pink! – Breast Cancer Site Store
October 1, 2007 By 2 Comments
Recently a very saintly and philanthropic Home & Garden reader sent me an email suggesting I highlight some items that would aid Breast Cancer, so I am. Many different stores are now offering "Pink" merchandise where a portion of the profit goes to aide breast cancer but I am choosing to highlight … [Read more...]
Fall Garden – Planting Perennials
September 5, 2007 By 2 Comments
Well now that the yawning mouth of hell is finally closing, otherwise known as the recent heatwave that has tormented Southern Californians, it dawned on me that I should stop and look at the bright side. Stop and smell the roses per say, or in this case, stop and smell the perennials. So I did a … [Read more...]
