Creating a good indoor growing environment for houseplants can be challenging in winter. The heat is on so the environment becomes hot and dry. The indoor sunlight we receive is not as strong as it would be in summer. Discover what you can do to overcome some of these obstacles and keep your houseplants happy […]

Many people would like to grow plants indoors but they don't have enough natural light to create a good growing environment. Come and discover the many ways to grow plants using artificial lights. Learn about the different types of plant lights, how to choose the right light spectrum, and ideas on how to set up […]

There can be several reasons why your houseplant leaves are not looking healthy. In most cases it is a cultural problem caused by over or under watering, low humidity, or drafts. Come and find out what conditions may be causing problems for your houseplants this winter and what you can do to correct the situation. […]

Learn how to recycle yard and food wastes to produce compost, a valuable soil amendment for the garden and landscape. Composting is easy and inexpensive and your plants will reap all the free benefits. Now is the perfect time of year to plan where you want to site your compost pile or how to expand […]

Discover the season extending benefits of cold frames. Tender ornamentals and transplants placed in a cold frame can be protected for several weeks before they can be planted out in the garden. Learn how to put together a temporary cold frame and get suggestions on how to actually build one. The program will be held […]