Lakeside Greenhouses

While it’s tempting to hold off on planting until everything feels “safe,” many cool-season vegetables actually perform better when planted early. Starting with transplants instead of seeds gives these crops a strong head start, especially in unpredictable spring weather.

Garden Day isn’t a sale. It’s not a vendor fair. And it’s definitely not about rushing through rows of plants hoping you picked the “right” ones. Garden Day is about slowing down, asking questions, and leaving with a clearer sense of how your garden can work better for you.

When most gardens are still waking up, pansies are already doing the work. These cheerful, cold-tolerant plants thrive in early spring temperatures, offering reliable color when little else is ready to perform. If you’ve ever wondered how pansies manage to look so good while nights still dip below freezing, the answer lies in how they’re built—and how we care for them.

When plants struggle, it’s tempting to reach for a bag of amendments and try to “fix” the soil. But healthy gardens aren’t built by forcing uniform soil everywhere — they’re built by understanding what your soil already does well, and gently supporting it where needed.

Have you ever planted the same plant in two spots—only to watch one thrive and the other struggle? That’s not bad luck. That’s microclimates at work.

Vertical gardening doesn’t just change how plants grow — it changes how we interact with them. And that shift in human behavior is one of the biggest reasons vertical gardens tend to be more successful, especially in small or busy home gardens.

Starting plants from seed has a certain romance to it: tiny beginnings, careful tending, the satisfaction of watching something grow from almost nothing. But for most home gardeners, started plants offer a far more reliable, rewarding experience—especially in real-world conditions.

Whether you’re working with a patio, porch, balcony, townhouse yard, or a few sunny steps, small-space gardening proves that you don’t need acres to grow something meaningful. With thoughtful planning and the right plant choices, containers and compact beds can be just as productive—and just as beautiful—as larger landscapes.

This Lemon Basil Pesto combines bright citrus with the aromatic punch of basil to add fresh flavor to your winter meals

Este Pesto de Albahaca y Limón combina el cítrico vibrante con el aroma intenso de la albahaca para añadir un sabor fresco a tus comidas

Chocolate Mint Bark is the perfect homemade holiday treat, combining rich chocolate with the bright, cooling flavor of fresh peppermint

Es un postre simple pero elegante que es ideal como obsequio o para añadir un toque especial a tu mesa navideña

Las poinsettias son sinónimo de la temporada navideña, pero estas vibrantes plantas ofrecen mucho más que la decoración tradicional

Poinsettias are synonymous with the holiday season, but these vibrant plants have much more to offer than the traditional red-and-green deco

Known for its aromatic leaves and subtle anise-like flavor, this perennial herb elevates sauces, dressings, and roasted dishes.

A diferencia del estragón ruso, el estragón francés es apreciado por su sabor superior y se cultiva principalmente a través de esquejes, ya

This hardy vegetable thrives in the late summer and fall months, producing fruits that can be stored and enjoyed well into winter

Combina una estética impresionante en el jardín, potencial de almacenamiento a largo plazo y una versatilidad culinaria inigualable

A medida que noviembre trae el frío del final del otoño, es hora de preparar tu jardín para el invierno

As November brings the chill of late autumn, it’s time to prepare your garden for the coming winter