
Forgot to Plant Flower Bulbs Last Fall? Here’s How to Still Enjoy Beautiful Spring Blooms!
The best time to plant spring flowering bulbs is in fall, about 6 weeks before the first frost. Any time between September and December is ideal if the ground is not frozen. But sometimes life happens, things get busy and it’s easy to forget about the boxes of bulbs sitting happily in your garage. Never fear! These resilient little bulbs

Top 10 Easy Perennials Every Garden Should Have
Perennials are the backbone of any beautiful, low-maintenance garden, returning year after year with vibrant color and lush foliage. Some of the best choices for any garden include Echinacea, Sedum, Hosta, and Phlox. Each type of perennial offers unique textures, blooms, and resilience. These hardy plants thrive in a variety of conditions, attract pollinators, and require minimal upkeep, making them

All About Ranunculus: How To Plant, Grow And Care For Ranunculus
With their lush, layered petals and vibrant colors, ranunculus flowers bring striking shades to any garden or floral arrangement. These stunning blooms thrive in cool seasons, rewarding gardeners with abundant flowers when planted and cared for properly. Whether you're growing them from corms in the fall or spring, ranunculus flourish with well-draining soil, plenty of sunlight, and regular watering. Learning

New and Beautiful Plant Picks for 2025
As we step into a brand-new year, it’s the perfect time to embrace the boundless possibilities for enhancing your garden. Whether you’re an experienced green thumb or just starting to explore the joys of gardening, 2025 is brimming with opportunities to cultivate something truly special. This year, Florissa is excited to introduce an array of stunning new varieties that promise

The Colour of the Year in Blooms: Mocha Mousse
Each year, Pantone’s Colour of the Year captivates the creative world, influencing trends across, design, fashion, art and gardening. For 2025, Pantone has chosen a rich, sophisticated hue: Mocha Mousse. This warm, earthy tone—a balanced blend of rich brown with hints of soft, creamy undertones—evokes a sense of comfort, grounding, and understated elegance. With sustainability and connection to nature becoming

All About Astilbe : Everything You Need to Know!
Astilbes, often celebrated for their elegant and feathery plumes, are amazing perennial flowering plants that bring a burst of color and texture to shaded garden areas. Native to North America and Asia, these hardy plants thrive in moist, well-drained soils and are particularly noted for their lush, fern-like foliage. Hardy to zone 3 or 4 and resistant to deer and

How to Craft a Tranquil Moon Garden Oasis
Imagine a garden that comes alive under the soft glow of the moon, where silver leaves shimmer and white blooms seem to float on a sea of darkness. This enchanting realm is what many refer to as a moon garden—a sanctuary where the night becomes a canvas for natural beauty. As author and poet Eliza Keary aptly put it, "A

Naturally Beautiful: Transform Your Garden with Native Plants
Gardening with native plants is a rewarding practice that harmonizes the beauty of natural landscapes with the ecological needs of local wildlife. Native plants, are those that have evolved naturally within a specific region. For home gardeners, they offer a sustainable and low-maintenance alternative to exotic flora. By incorporating these indigenous species into gardens, gardeners can create thriving habitats that

A Gardener’s Guide to Sun Exposure, Water Requirements and More!
Perhaps you’ve been in this position before. You’re at your local garden center with a beautiful plant in hand. The tag attached to the plant lays out all the requirements it needs to thrive. And yet…some interpretation is required on your part! Never fear, Florissa is here to help! Check out our excellent guide that will decode all the details

A Day in the Life of a Peony Farmer
Farm life is the life for me! Especially during peony season. Join Florissa as we get a behind-the-scenes look at a day in the life of a peony farmer in the Fraser Valley of British Columbia. With over 15 acres of beautiful peony blooms waiting to be picked, a day in the life starts very early! Accompanied by 50 crew members