You all know how we love our unique planters here at the greenhouse, and boy, did we find some treasures to use this year! From vintage toolboxes to old toy trucks, we’ll be creating some new and exciting container plants this year. Some will be available for sell so you can either pick one up or use ours as inspiration to create your own!

We have always loved pearl string succulents and have decided to expand our selection. NEW varieties include hearts, dolphins, bananas, buttons, and ruby necklace. We’ll even have one called Burrito – aka “burros tail”. You’ll know why when you see it. 

String succulents have grown in popularity over the years likely due to their low-maintenance care requirements and their flexibility. You can group them with other vertical succulent varieties or hang them in little wall pockets. The options are endless. Come check them out!

The greenhouse is opening early this spring! We’re kicking off the season with a focus on houseplant TLC. Early spring is the best time to repot houseplants as it gives them the nutrients they will need for the beginning of their growth season. Depending on their growth activity, plants typically need to be repotted every 12 to 18 months. Some slow growers can call the same pot home for years and just require soil replenishment.

Bring your plants to the greenhouse and we can repot them for you with a minimal fee for soil and time. You can either bring your own pot or choose from the variety we have here!

Succulents can be one of the most black thumb-friendly plants in existence. However, even these easygoing plants need special love if they reside in an area that’s out of their native habitat. Follow these tips to keep your succulents healthy as the temperatures dip!

Despite growing in a variety of different climates, succulents come from warm, dry regions with relatively low humidity and minimal rainfall. So when our temperatures start dipping into the freeze zone, we need to take some additional steps to ensure they are ready to rock and roll when we warm back up again.

Unless you have sedums or sempervivums (these gals tolerate frost), your succulents will need to be covered if they are outside. Invest in translucent frost cloth that will allow your plants to photosynthesize while protecting them from the harsh temperatures. If your succulents are in pots, you can move them indoors to a space that stores enough above-freezing temperatures to keep them going (i.e. a south-facing wall or sunroom). Most plants will go into dormancy, slowing their growth along with their water needs. We’re going for drier soil this time of year.

Another thing to watch out for is mealy bugs. Infestation resembles a fluffy white substance on the leaves. Treat immediately by spraying isopropyl alcohol. If you have multiple plants, isolate any infested plants from their healthy friends. The best preventative is good air circulation. Keep a fan going or open a few windows to keep the air flow going.

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