5 Traditional Canadian Thanksgiving Dishes
Home / Thanksgiving is right around the corner for all of our Canadian friends, and we’re SO jealous. Not only is Thanksgiving a month earlier in Canada, but some say Canadians began celebrating Thanksgiving as a whole wayyy earlier than Americans, we’re talking decades earlier. In 1578, over 40 years before the American pilgrims made […]
Creative Ways to Celebrate Halloween This Year
Home / By now, it’s safe to say that we’ve all found ways to celebrate milestones, holidays, and events that are safe and low-risk. Next up? Halloween! As if we could forget about this spooktacular season (because yes, Halloween is more than just a day, it’s a way of life, ok? Whether you have young children […]
The Surprising Truth About Buying Flowers Online
Home / There’s an old commercial advertising trick where a burger is roasted for just a few seconds to stay large and juicy, and grill marks are colored in with shoe polish. It makes the grill marks look perfect, and the burger looks delicious. But does the burger ever look as good in person? And […]
Great White Trillium
Although trilliums are quite the stunning wild beauty, they are a little smelly. If you ever find yourself hiking your way through the Pacific Northwest, be sure to keep your eyes and nose) peeled!
Words That Have A Different Meaning Depending on Where You’re From
Home / If you have ever traveled across North America, you’ve undoubtedly encountered some strange, and perhaps even foreign words and phrases. It’s safe to say that the English language is incredibly diverse, but, well, you already knew that! From the East Coast to the West Coast, from the North to the South.Let’s talk about […]
Black Eyed Susan
No, not the Black-Eyed Peas! We’re talking about the Black-Eyed Susan! North America’s favorite flower has entered the building! These charming blooms don’t only radiant sunshine; they’re carefree and easy to grow too! “Bright and cheerful Black-eyed Susan Its seems you grow all over; In gardens and beside the road Happy flower, quite the rover.” […]
5 Tips for Writing Your Next Creative, Spunky, Heartfelt Card Message
Home / Let’s set the scene: You’ve got a birthday coming up, maybe it’s an anniversary. There’s been a death in the family; maybe you just miss your college BFF. Whatever the case may be – you buy the gift, order the flowers, you’re ready to send, then get to the card message…and want to […]
Yucca
There’s no doubt you’ve heard of the sweet (get it) phenomenon that is Agave Nectar. What’s even sweeter? The Yucca plant is a beautifully unique member of the agave family, with over 40 different types of perennials growing throughout North America, Mexico, and the Caribbean.
Tips for Indoor Composting
Home / Ever given any thought to starting your own indoor compost at home? Maybe you’re interested in stepping up your gardening game a bit or tired of relying on chemical fertilizers? Or perhaps you just want to do your part to help lower your carbon footprint and reduce harmful methane emissions from landfills? Whatever […]
Carnation
Carnations symbolize fascination, love, and affection—with deep red being the most popular.
