As summer begins, the frenzy of getting our gardens up and running should be easing a bit. That makes this a good time to start playing detective. What problems are you seeing in your landscape? Are they serious or just a nuisance? And what should you do to take care
The term “Victory Garden” has been in the news lately. It pays homage to a time when our elders rolled up their sleeves and grew enough fruits and vegetables to feed their families during World Wars One and Two, leaving more food to support the troops. This newer notion of
There was a time when I would follow my wonderful Swedish grandmother from room to room, helping her (or so I thought) take care of her African violets. She never fussed over the plants. They seemed to be beautiful all on their own, so I assumed they were easy to
Picture this: Big pots and baskets, overflowing with lush, beautiful flowers right where you live or work. Sounds lovely, but maybe just a bit more than you want to tackle on your own? No problem! It’s Tagawa Gardens’ Off-site Custom Container program to the rescue! Here’s how it works Tagawa’s
Need some inspiration for Valentine’s Day? Tagawa Gardens has plenty of ideas! Take the picture above, for example. Are they fresh flowers? Nope, they’re stunning faux flowers now available in Tagawa’s beautiful gift shop. They can brighten your valentine’s home with yummy, lush color until the real blossoms are ready
Whether you’re a beginning indoor gardener or a bit more experienced, it’s nice to have at least a few easy-care houseplants. For years, good ol’ philodendrons have been recommended for newbies wanting to start a collection of their own, and for good reason. Philodendrons are workhorses! But if you’re ready
It’s almost worth having the sniffles this time of year knowing I can walk through Tagawa’s all-indoor forest of fresh Christmas trees and breathe in the head-clearing vapors of pine and fir. Tagawa is bringing in more than 2,000 trees this season to adorn the homes and offices of our guests and
It’s called “kokedama.” It would make a great Scrabble word, but kokedama isn’t a board game. It’s a way of planting. One website I looked at says kokedama is more than a fad: It’s “a way of life.” I might not go that far, but kokedama is definitely fun and
Want to pay it forward and help your lawn look its best next season? Then consider this: It’s officially fall, we’ve had our first snow and our lawns are preparing to go dormant. This is the purr-fect time to act! Here are five steps you can take to send your lawn
With Halloween just around the corner, Tagawa Gardens is all dressed up and ready for our annual Pumpkin Festival. If it’s good family fun you’re after, you can choose from a long list of ticketed activities that celebrate the season: pumpkin decorating, air tattoos, big bubbles that let you walk
