Archive for the ‘Gardens & Nurseries’ Category

Ripe For The Pickens

Tuesday, March 11th, 2008

Black Satin Thornless Blackberry SeedsFresh picked fruit is bar the most delicious type of produce you can get your hands on. From planting the seeds, to seeing the bounty, planting your very own Black Satin Thornless Blackberries is a wonderful way to grow sweet treats in the backyard. These seeds can be planted in pretty much any climate, including the Midwest, and both Northern and Southern regions of the U.S. Growing hearty, thornless, and most importantly disease free, these vines will yield up to 35-40 large berries on each individual stem, making them perfect for eating, or cooking pies and jams!

Time Passing Much To Quickly?

Tuesday, February 26th, 2008

Grow Old With Me SundialWhen you aren’t conscious of the time, it seems as if it goes by just a little to fast. A great way to keep you, and your flowers aware of the hour, is by using the “Grow Old with Me” Sundial. The 28″‘ solid brass dial will rest on a roman influenced, cast iron pedestal, both of which utilize an antique finish, for classically designed piece. The dial itself incorporates a signature design of love and friendship with an included Irish Claddagh Centerpiece, and uses Robert Browning’s quote “Grow old along with me, the best is yet to be”, to truly make this a timeless timepiece.

Everybody Needs A Rest From Time To Time

Friday, February 15th, 2008

Aaron Jr. Sleeping GnomeSo as the legend has it, gnomes are very mysterious little creatures who go around doing good deeds (just like that old cartoon David the Gnome) while protecting the environment and its inhabitants at any cost. Thats well and good, but even these environmental super agents need a break here and there. Say hello to Aaron Jr., your very own napping gnome. I think Aaron Jr. needs a rest from all his acts of kindness, and clearly so does he! Made from bonded marble resin, this medium sized gnome is good for both indoor or outdoor use, though based on the mushroom pillow, it seems that Aaron Jr. is much more comfortable with the outdoor life. Add a little extra scenery to the lawn with this cute, sleepy little creature.

Plant Some Bulbs With An Itchy Trigger Finger

Friday, February 15th, 2008

Bulb Popper Bulb PlanterI can understand you want a beautiful bed of flowers in the garden, but what is the point of breaking your back just to dig little holes for your bulbs? Necessary evil you say? Well not anymore if you use The Bulb Bopper Bulb Planter. An ingenious idea, this stainless steel device attaches to any electric drill and will produce holes 2in. in diameter by up to 9in deep! So simple, just apply some pressure with the tip against the soil and pull the trigger for the ideal bulb size holes. Easily making up to 100 holes in an hour, this attachment will last a lifetime and keep your back in shape for just as long. It’s O.k to put down the shovel, your bulbs won’t know how you made those perfect holes anyways.

Dry In The Face Of Rain

Tuesday, February 12th, 2008

Classic Chair CushionIsn’t always grand when you sit on some patio furniture thinking it is nice and dry, only to quickly realize that is just the opposite? This is always the ideal situation especially when you are at a party, and then are forced to walk around with wet bottoms. I sure am glad this situation has never happened to me (achem achem). To reduce the risk of unwanted wetness, use some Classic Chair Cushions on the patio furniture for a super quick drying seat. Also treated against U.V rays, these seats will retain their color against harsh sun and many backsides! Offered in up to 13 colors and designs, these cushions are made from various types of foams and polyfills for ultra comfort and style, and generally have ties so they wont go sliding around.

Rainy Day Go Away

Tuesday, February 12th, 2008

Pineapple Copper Rain ChainNo one can stop the rain, but if you don’t like the way it sounds when it comes down your gutter, there are some options out there. You can always give it a little tune with a Pineapple Copper Rain Chain :). All you need to do is replace the old, beat up gutter with this elegant looking rain chain (attachment included), and you will hear the difference automatically. From Japanese origins, the rain chain breaks up the sound of water flow, and can be adjusted in length up to 8 ft as well as be added to other chains for maximum sound effect! With a great pineapple design embossed into each cup, this is a highly decorative way to add some happy little sounds to those dark and dreary rainy afternoons.

Dont Creep, When You Can Step

Tuesday, February 12th, 2008

Walk on Me ThymePlants are a great way to add color and design to the yard, but they also take up lawn space. My parents get upset as it is when I walk on the grass, let alone accidentally stomping on the flower bed during a little pick up game of football. The cure is a Walk on Me Plant. Yes a plant that you are actually allowed to walk on! This creeping crimson bed is known as Thymus S. Coccineum A.K.A, thyme that smells of fresh spice when you walk on it. Easy to plant, this dense growing stuff thrives in hard to plant areas such as partial shade locations and between rock beds. Growing thick and rapid, you may have to keep an eye on it, but it only grows up to 3in tall so it will never own your backyard.

Elephant Ears In The Garden

Friday, February 8th, 2008

Black Magic Elephant Ear BulbsA great way to add a little color and variety to the garden is by adding some Black Magic Elephant Ears. If you have large gaps between flower beds, the elephant ea leaves will grow up to 2″ in length, which is makes for an excellent plant to fill in those gaps! The shiny deep purple color is certainly an eye catcher and it will make your entire flower bed seem a bit more exotic and original :) Never needing to much attention (except to look at), these bulbs need only be planted in direct/near direct sunlight to thrive to their fullest potential. Just be sure to keep the soil when during those dry days, as these plants to need a plentiful source of water to give off that magnificent purple shine.

Exotic Flowers

Friday, February 1st, 2008

Double Tiger Lily BulbsIf you have just the normal shrubbery as a flower bed, it may be time to step it up with some eye catching Double Tiger Lily’s. This exotic looking flower has a bright orange petals that are speckled with brown color. Growing upwards of 4-5 feet, you will be able to spot these beautiful flowers from across the street, not to mention they will assuredly attract the attention of neighbors ;). Included in the set are 3 bulbs which will grow up to 36 recurving petals, but if that is not enough for you, you can order up to 3 full sets and get a great 7% savings !! These bulbs will be in full bloom by mid to late summer, so if you are interested in some great warm weather flowers, they will be delivered to your door come spring time.

Best Friend Clean Up Police

Tuesday, January 29th, 2008

Therapet Sanitary ScoopDogs are flat out, across the boards, the best pet you can have. They are always there to say hello and always there to be a friend when you are feeling low. Unfortunately for pet owners, their bathroom issues are also always there. Well, when I am cleaning up after my dog, the last thing I am trying to do is get my hands in it, regardless of a plastic glove or not. An easier way to scoop it up is by using the Therapet Sanitary Scoop. Putting me 36″ away from dog waste, this light weight scoop is offered in both as rake and scoop pan for optimal indoor/outdoor use. Guaranteed for life, the pieces quickly break down for an easy storage or potential wash! A great way to clean up after your pet, the sanity scoop will keep your garden waste free, while keeping you nice and far from the action.

Captain Compost

Friday, January 25th, 2008

Triple Chambered EarthmakerTo get that garden to bloom with beauty, sometimes you need to work with a little bit of dirt. An excellent way to reduce the amount of food garbage and garden waste you have, while helping your garden grow, is by using compost. Yes, it may smell a bit, and yes it may not look very appealing, but compost is one of the best natural ways to provide a significant amount of nutrients for healthy plant growth. The Triple Chambered Earthmaker is designed to create compost in a clean, smell free way. All you need to do is load up the top with various kitchen and/or garden scrapes and let nature do the rest. After 3-5 weeks of natural bacteria breaking down the waste, it will be time to slide out the panel and allow it to enter the cooler second chamber to decompose further. After an additional 3-5 weeks the waste will then drop to the 3rd and final compartment to mature and become excellent mulch. Painless and smell free, this is a cost free way to encourage natural growth, using natural products.

Boring Lawn?

Friday, January 25th, 2008

Marzocco Italion Marble LionSomehow, even if you have various flowers and trees in the yard, it still may look boring. But to be honest, there is only so much you can plant in the yard before you get a little nuts. A great way to add some style and sophistication to the garden is with an Italian Marble Lion Statue. This 4×5x8 noble looking creature is comprised of reconstituted marble with a bit of resin, making for intricate details and smooth curves from its head and mane, down to the sharp paws. Sitting on top of a Black Carrara marble base, this sturdy white lion is able to truly stand out, while still maintaining perfect balance and durability from outdoor weather. Have the pride of a lion right in your backyard with the Marzocco Italian Marble Lion. :)

Root Helper

Tuesday, January 22nd, 2008

Garden Soil InoculantPlanting and looking after a garden is hard work, so if you are having a hard time getting the significant growth you want, the problem may just lie beneath the surface. In order to have sufficient production, your plants need proper roots. After all, do you think you can have a strong body without having strong bones? Conceptually its the same thing. So, to develop these sources of nutrients, try enriching the soil with Garden Soil Inoculant. Perfect for helping the growth of peas and lima beans, this natural product will help nitrogen fixation, and will basically give your plants super hero roots. Just sprinkle onto the soil as you are planting the seeds, and enjoy a nice bounty of produce!

A Flower A Day Keeps An Angry Girlfriend Away

Tuesday, January 22nd, 2008

Dream of Pink Roses BouquetFebruary 14th is right around the corner and do you know what that means? It means you had better get your act together and have a plan for Valentines Day. Of course, I should be taking my own advice but (as most guys do), chances are I will be waiting last minute and then doing a scramble to make something happen. Lucky for me, I just fell upon an Assorted Pink Roses Bouquet which is definitely a good start. A Great balance of pink and light peach tones, the “Dream of Pink” bouquet is a great blend of vibrant color with that perfect aroma only a rose can deliver. Delivered fresh and hand-tied, this bouquet is a great way to show how much that special someone truly means to you ;)

Nothing Like Home Grown

Friday, January 18th, 2008

Baby Girls Hybrid TomatoesA tasty and fulfilling way to eat fresh vegetables is to grow them on your own. No two ways about it, there is absolutely zero comparison between buying produce at the store and planting your own garden. Making sure vegetables like Baby Girls Hybrid Tomatoes grow proper and sweet, is really no problem at all, even to the person with less than a green thumb. With 25 seeds per pack, you will have a great row of juicy tomatoes, which will grow in 10-14 clusters per plant. Designed to stay strong against various diseases, these “you can’t eat just one” snack are good by themselves, or as an excellent garnish to a make a professional looking platter. Why bother with picking through rotten or old tomatoes at the grocery store? Plant some Gurney’s Baby Girl Hybrid Tomatoes and enjoy tasting the fruits of your labors :)

Green Thumb

Friday, January 11th, 2008

Plant LadderIf you have a green thumb and can appreciate a room full of flowers, you are in need of a Plant Ladder. A What? Yes I did say, a Plant Ladder. A perfect way to display your plants, while still offering them a substantial amount of sun light is with this unique and stylish device. The free standing ladder has two adjustable shelves to make sure there is constant source of natural light for flowers, and there is no mounting necessary. The belly of each shelf is able to hold a light fixture to add even more light, so even if you don’t have a big window, your flowers will still have an opportunity to flourish. Overall, the ladder has a great aesthetic quality and is capable of holding up to 6 total shelves (which hold up to 50 lbs each) for the ultimate flower display!

Want Some Flowers? Buy Some Bugs!

Friday, January 11th, 2008

Sta-Home Lady BeetlesI know it may seem gross and counter productive, but if you want some nice flowers to grow in the yard, sometimes you need some nice bug protection for it to happen. Purchasing female Lady Beetles are a proven, non chemical, way to improve outdoor flower and plant growth. By feeding on aphids (the little bugs which suck sap from plants), Lady bugs are an excellent way to fight fire with fire. The Sta-Home Lady Beetle package includes 900 female adults, and within a month, these pregnant mothers will give you an army of about 10,000 soldiers ready to attack the problem head on. Unlike many other lady bug packages, the Sta-Home beetles are preconditioned with the right diet, and hand picked to make sure they will not attack existing beetles. Buy a pack today, and have a great garden by the weekend :)

Rub-A-Dub-Dub, Buy A New Tub!

Saturday, December 22nd, 2007

Is your bathtub in less than stellar condition? Does it make you not want to take baths simply because your bathtub is so worn out? Vintagetub.com wants you to become one of their 100,000 of customers who have purchased and loved their Vintage bathtub! With some of the lowest bathroom fixture prices and FREE SHIPPING in the contiguous United States, you’ll want to revitalize your bathroom right away! Choose your tub, toilet, sink, or shower in a variety of colors and styles especially fit to your bathroom size and décor. With Vintagetubs.com holiday specials, you could SAVE 10% on holiday gifts and SAVE 10% on a complete bathroom renovation! There is no better time to make your bathroom one of your favorite rooms in the house!

Fire Pit

Friday, December 21st, 2007

Corona Beach Fire Pit Having a fire pit is a great idea, I shoud know-I have one. The great feature about having a Corona Beach Fire Pit, other than its aesthetic solar motiff, is the fact there really is no limit to the amount of wood you can stack on. This is very different from the more traditional “chiminea” outdoor fire pit becuase of the design and added floo which makes it difficult for a suffiecient burn. The Corona Beach Pit is comprised of a copper bowl which means it will never rust or burn out even under super heated conditions. To allow for the appropriate amount of oxygen, the pit also comes with a stainless steel fire grate to stack the wood on, ensuring air flow and flame! Why settle for a fire indoors when you have a nice, romantic outdoor fire.. or one that you can see from across the block :)

Online Holiday Shopping!!

Tuesday, December 11th, 2007

Shopping… some people love it, some people hate it. No matter how you feel about, there is a good chance you will have to do some for the holiday season. Want to make shopping an easy experience? I say, beat out the crowds by not being a part of one and do some shopping online. With CouponBell, you are able to take care of all of your shopping needs without having to wait in lines, or drive around for 20 minutes to get a close parking spot to a store. Not comfortable with the idea of shopping online? CouponBell gives you the opportunity to buy gifts at a discount, with online coupons that you will not receive just by going to the store. The site also has constantly updated websites for various companies and products, giving you the opportunity to find whatever you may need in a virtual mall. Take a look at CouponBell and beat the holiday rush :)