Tagawa Gardens’ Custom Container Program is gearing up for the coming season, and you’re invited to jump on board! Some very talented ladies in our Annuals Department are flexing their designing muscles and minds to create exactly the custom containers that will be perfect for your home or office. There
I would never turn down a box of chocolates for Valentine’s Day, especially if it’s dark chocolate. But if your valentine might appreciate something a little more unique, Tagawa Gardens can help! With Valentine’s Day coming up this Sunday, let’s start with color in mind… and plants that look exotic, but are
It’s interesting how just a quick glance at certain plants brings to mind a particular time or place. Many of the plants we associate with the holidays do that for me, and no doubt for a lot of other folks, too. Let’s take a look at some very basic do’s
Japanese beetles may be the most hated insect in our Colorado gardens, and now is the time to brace for their summer invasion. They’re beautiful little creatures in their way…. about half-an-inch long, have shiny metallic emerald green bodies with bronze wings, but that’s as far as the admiration goes. Japanese beetles
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
Every year, Colorado State University grows thousands of annuals side-by-side to compare the different varieties and see which ones do best in our climate. Many of the flowers are new to the market and will be available to garden centers like Tagawa’s next year. Others are improved from previous seasons
