Florist Cyclamen
The genus Cyclamen contains about 23 species, which are all native to the Mediterranean region. Florist’s cyclamen (Cyclamen persicum) was introduced in Western Europe in the early 17th...
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Nov 21, 2023 | Flowering, Flowers, Holiday, Indoor Plants
The genus Cyclamen contains about 23 species, which are all native to the Mediterranean region. Florist’s cyclamen (Cyclamen persicum) was introduced in Western Europe in the early 17th...
Living Christmas trees are container-grown or balled and burlapped Christmas trees that can be planted as landscape trees after the holiday season. This way of enjoying a Christmas tree is practical...
After the holiday season, many residents are left wondering what can be done with their discarded “live” Christmas tree. There are several options to repurpose the trees to benefit wildlife, a yard,...
Nov 14, 2023 | Holiday, Indoor Plants
The Christmas tree is the focal point of holiday decorating. Live cut trees fill a home with natural beauty and a pleasant fragrance and are adorned with treasured ornaments collected over the...
Nov 9, 2023 | Holiday, Tasty Bites
The end of the year is full of holiday celebrations, such as Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hannukah, and Kwanzaa. Many families will gather for holiday traditions, and feasting with family is part of...
Mar 30, 2023 | Flowers, Holiday, Indoor Plants
One of the oldest winter holiday traditions is decorating the house with fresh greenery. Evergreens are used to represent everlasting life and hope for the return of spring. Southerners have been...
Nov 29, 2021 | Holiday, In the Garden
Start a new holiday tradition with your family this year by making orange pomander balls. They can be hung on your Christmas tree as ornaments, attached to garlands, or used in a holiday centerpiece...
Nov 15, 2021 | Holiday, In the Garden
Fresh foraged material adds a special touch to any entry, table-scape, or staircase during the holidays. Greenery Backyard greenery like boxwood, holly, juniper, cypress, magnolia, nandina,...
Nov 24, 2020 | Health, Holiday, In the Garden
The holiday season brings joy and yes—many big meals, desserts, busy schedules, and stressful planning. As we move into this season, it is easy to fall off our exercise routine. During the holidays,...
May 15, 2020 | Food, Fruits & Vegetables, Holiday, Preservation, Safe Handling
Your family may enjoy meals, day after day, and never get sick from foodborne illness. Then comes a big family gathering or a large party. You are handling larger amounts of food; your refrigerator...
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