Every year I stand in my dormant garden, shears in hand eyeing the landscape. It could be the cabin fever. Or just the overwhelming urge to do anything in the garden, but I really feel a compelling need to give my flora a little trim. The big question is always; what can be trimmed without hindering that season’s new growth? For a list of plants which are best pruned while dormant, or in early spring […]
Your wedding day is one that you’ll never forget and for all the planning it entails, we all pray for a happy event. One of the most beautiful elements of this special day are the flowers that will decorate the church, hall and your hands. From floral stanchion arrangements, to bouquets or centrepieces you want the flowers to look perfect with your dress and decor. There’s more than just the aesthetics, there’s the meaning behind
Fall is a fabulous season, warm sweaters, delicious food, family gatherings and colourful trees are only a few of the reasons I feel this way. It’s a favourite for many and I love the excuse to infuse my home with touches of fall. Crafts using inexpensive or natural materials are a great way to add a little fall flavour to your decor. Experience has taught me that if a craft is too complex it is
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I love backyard BBQ’s with family and friends, especially this time of year as much of what is served can picked from our vegetable garden. Putting together a successful backyard event is something Ridgeview can help with. Enhance the space by leveraging your existing patio furniture, decor and flowers to make a big impact when guests arrive. Clean Clear brush and any fallen tree debris from recent weather. Run a rake through the lawn and
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I have to tell you peppers, push my patience. They make me crazy with the length of time it takes to change from their original hue. That’s what it is sadly, all bell peppers start off green and then grow to full size before ripening. When they finally ripen they can turn to yellow, orange and my favourite, red. But they take SO long. I’ve learned over time that peppers are peculiar plants (see what
