Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and whether you’re shopping for a green-thumbed gardener, a wellness enthusiast, or someone who simply deserves something beautiful, our staff has you covered. This year, we asked our buyers to share what they’re most excited about and the picks are truly special. From fragrant gardenias to fruit trees, […]

As we start the new year, we are inspired by simple designs that showcase the pottery we’ve hand selected from our vendors and plants inside. Every season we like to offer two different themes so you can always find something that will suit your space.  Our first collection is inspired by geometric shapes and crisp foliage—the perfect counterpart to […]

Did you know many houseplants are flexible when it comes to light and water needs?  That’s why you’ll find snake plants paired with some of the sturdier ferns or other green foliage plants in our arrangements. We have found our tried-and-true plant pairings to be adaptable and long-lasting friends with the right care.

The Autumn Struggle Autumn looks dreamy in photos—golden leaves, cozy sweaters, pumpkin spice everything. But for gardeners? We get our fill of rainy days pretty quickly. Once the outdoor chores are done, it is time to hang up the rake and find a warmer and drier way to keep those green thumbs busy. Bougie Botanicals This […]

Have you ever wondered which indoor plants the people who work with plants every day love the most? We asked some of our employees to share their favorite houseplants and why they like them. We think you might find your new favorite houseplant on this list.

Growing your own citrus can be an incredibly rewarding experience. Not only do you get a fruit producing tree, but you get intensely fragrant blossoms and an amazing patio plant for the warmer season that becomes a unique houseplant during the winter season. The most common method of growing citrus in PNW is a schedule […]

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Ferns: Easy elegance for plant lovers. Ferns are not really difficult to grow in the modern home, but they will not tolerate neglect. The soil must never be allowed to dry out, and the surrounding air needs to be kept moist. Few ferns can tolerate hot dry air, so air humidity has to be artificially […]

I thought it might be a nice change of pace to move indoors this week and talk about some of the outstanding tropical plants that we can grow in our homes.  As the rain pounds on the roof while I write this, a tropical destination does sound nice… perhaps with golf clubs in tow and […]

So you’ve got the basics down and want to learn a bit more about repotting your plants?  Here is what you need to know about the two key ingredients: soil and pots. Scroll down for pro tips! Soil Potting soil is a mix of compost, peat, perlite, and sometimes sand and moss. It is designed […]