Posts by Jodie of Glenwild Gardens
How early is too early to start planning your vegetable garden?
Although the weather in March is cold and unpredictable, this is the time to get a jump start on vegetable garden planning. Unlikely tasks, such as yard and shed clean-up,…
Read MoreGlenwild’s fall garden prep checklist
By Glenwild Gardens Summer is officially over, and although the changing leaves are stunning to watch, as they drop we’re left with a growing to-do list in the garden. At…
Read MoreDeer Resistant Shrubs & Trees
This is a quick list of the trees and shrubs we’ve found to be deer resistant in our area. It certainly is no guarantee, but it’s good start. Deer…
Read MoreBringing Houseplants back Inside for Winter
When temperatures reach the lower 50’s, many tropical plants will suffer. If you haven’t brought your plant babies in by the time the night time temps hit 50, do so…
Read MoreIssue 302 April 20, 2022
“The day is fresh-washed and fair, and there is a smell of tulips and narcissus in the air.” Amy Lowell Help us Celebrate Glenwild Day! (Actually we’ll celebrate…
Read MoreIssue 301 April 3, 2022
Hens & Chicks These are ‘Chick Charms’, a line of the perennial ‘Sempervivum’ that has exciting new colors. That yellow is real! Hi Everyone, Spring is here and…
Read MoreIssue 300! March 3, 2022
Hi Everyone, Well, spring is coming! I don’t know if you’ve seen our recent Facebook or Instagram posts, but shrubs and trees, as well as soils, mulches, pottery and…
Read MoreIssue 299 February 22, 2022
Two classes this Saturday–one in person, one by Zoom! Take both–learn about houseplant care at 11, take home a few plants (using your discount), then make a macramé hanger for…
Read MoreIssue 298 February 7, 2022
“In joy or sadness, flowers are our constant friends.” Okakura Kakuzo, The Book of Tea Celebrate Valentine’s Day by treating yourself (or someone you love) to some beautiful and colorful…
Read MoreIssue 297 January 24, 2022
Hi Everyone, I hope your January has been healthy and fulfilling. We’ve been very busy here packing Christmas away, finishing up the new room, and doing LOTS of spring…
Read MoreIssue 296 December 27, 2021
Christmas Clearance Sale! Our Post-Christmas-Sale has begun. Now until it’s packed away, take the following discounts off of what’s in the Christmas shop. Most Ornaments-50% off Old World…
Read MoreIssue 295 December 20, 2021
Poinsettias & Plant Gifts Issue 295 December 20, 2021 Last Minute Gift Ideas As usual, the season has flown! Larger cut Christmas trees sold quickly, as…
Read MoreHouseplant Joy
With snow on the ground, a gardener is either dreaming about the spring, leafing through seed catalogs or beautifully photographed garden magazines, or focusing on the houseplants. Most likely both. …
Read MoreIssue 294 November 24, 2021
Issue 294 November 24, 2021 We hope you all have a peaceful and plentiful Thanksgiving. We are closed on Thursday, and will see you again Friday morning…
Read MoreA Christmas Tree History
The tradition of bringing evergreen branches into our homes in winter is an ancient one, shared by Egyptians, Druids, & Romans. The evergreen needles or leaves symbolized everlasting life and…
Read MoreLate Fall in the Garden
I’m looking at my garden and deciding what else needs to be done before the freezing weather sets in for good. I’ve turned over my fountain basin, I’ve brought in…
Read MoreIssue 293 November 3, 2021
Holiday Preview Evening Event Issue 293 November 3, 2021 Hi Everyone, Early November is our time to prep the outdoors for winter. Besides getting the…
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