Tag Archives: Flowers

6 Tips to Care for Your Flower Bouquet

It’s Saturday afternoon & you’ve just returned home from the farmer’s market. You’re unpacking your pesticide-free vegetables, a bundle fresh herbs, and you’re about to set your local, organically grown flower bouquet in that vase your grandma gave you. Before you do, make sure you follow these 6 tips to prolong the life of yourContinue reading “6 Tips to Care for Your Flower Bouquet”

Pollinator-Friendly Plants You Can Grow in Containers

Looking to support pollinators through plants in your backyard or patio? I outline 6 plants that grow well in containers based on my own experience in my Western New York zone 6 garden and farm.

The Hidden Costs of Buying Grocery Store Flowers

As someone who has a strong appreciation for gifts that are “natural”, zero waste, or plastic-free, I’m often gifted flower bouquets on special occasions. It’s the sweetest thing ever to be thought of & to have folks who want to show their love for me. But often their gifts are flower bouquets bought at WegmansContinue reading “The Hidden Costs of Buying Grocery Store Flowers”

Holiday Gift Guide for Lovers of Local Agriculture

Make the holidays extra special for the person in your life who loves supporting local agriculture. Whether they’re a CSA member or a farmers market regular, get them a gift that celebrates their devotion to eating locally.

How Farm-Grown Herbs Can Help You Relax

There is nothing quite like a relaxing, quiet bath to help drown out the stress of the day. Adding farm-grown herbs and flowers to your bath simply ups the ante and makes for a a luxurious journey to relaxation and calm. But just how do you best use farm-grown herbs in your bath salts toContinue reading “How Farm-Grown Herbs Can Help You Relax”