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If you like to peruse home design and craft blogs, maybe you’ve noticed the same new plant trend we have: Succulents, also known as “fat plants,” seem to be popping up everywhere. While “fat plant” may seem like an unflattering moniker, it simply refers to the ample water storage ability these plants exhibit. After all, Read More
Archives for May 2012
How to Measure Your Silk Trees and Plants
Often, it can be difficult to judge how well a silk plant or tree will fit your home or office just by looking at pictures on the Internet. Even if you think the one you like will be a pretty good fit, we strongly advise you to take a few measurements. This removes the guesswork, Read More
Hiding Behind Artificial Outdoor Trees
A cedar hedge can be a wonderful way to create a privacy barrier in your yard, but did you know many landscaping companies require a minimum order value in order to perform delivery and installation of cedar trees? What does this mean for homeowners with small backyards that require just a few cedar tree plantings Read More
Silk flowers for Mother’s Day are Gifts that Keep on Giving
Here’s a little bit of advice this Mother’s Day: Don’t buy your mom fresh flowers. Yes, of course she loves receiving a bouquet or arrangement, and surveys indicate they’re still a favorite gift, but they’re dead within a week. In lieu of (real) flowers, please send silk flowers to honor you mother this year!We have Read More
You know what deer hate? Artificial outdoor plants!
Today, we’re going to share a dirty secret with you: Many people with pristine yards are supplementing their live plantings with artificial outdoor plants and trees. Before you accuse these folks of cheating, consider the benefits. If you live in an area with a large deer population, you know how much damage they can do Read More