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How to Care for Your Poinsettia at Home

How to Care for Your Poinsettia at Home

The poinsettia is not a poisonous plant. Research has proven that the poinsettia is not lethal to humans or pets unless eaten in extremely large amounts. How do you care for it? 
Cosimo Crupi
How To Decorate Your Porch with a DIY Christmas Urn Insert?

How To Decorate Your Porch with a DIY Christmas Urn Insert?

Create a welcoming winter porch with a handmade Christmas urn insert that blends fresh evergreens, natural textures, and festive accents. This expert guide walks you through building a long-lasting, weather-ready arrangement using simple materials like cedar, pine, dogwood branches, and pinecones—finished with a beautiful ribbon bow. With just a few thoughtful steps, you can transform your entryway into a warm, seasonal display that brings holiday charm to your home all winter long. The full video tutorial is included at the end of the blog for easy follow-along.

6 Easy Ways to Decorate Your Porch for a Cozy Winter Welcome

6 Easy Ways to Decorate Your Porch for a Cozy Winter Welcome

Give your porch a warm and inviting winter makeover using simple, nature-inspired décor that transforms your entryway into a cozy seasonal retreat. From evergreen planters and rustic wreaths to soft outdoor lighting and layered textures, these six easy ideas bring charm, colour, and warmth to your home all winter long. Whether you're refreshing a small front step or styling a larger porch, these practical, garden-inspired tips create a welcoming entrance your guests will love the moment they arrive.

Elegant Holiday Tablescaping

Elegant Holiday Tablescaping

Make your table as memorable as the menu with tablescaping! 🌟 It’s the perfect way to elevate your dinner and show your guests you care. Choose a theme that you love from glitzy glitter to rustic and warm. We have all that you need to create your inspired look.
7 End-of-Season Garden Tasks That Make Spring Gardening Easier

7 End-of-Season Garden Tasks That Make Spring Gardening Easier

Finish the season strong! These seven late-fall tasks protect your garden through winter and bring you healthier soil, stronger plants, and easier spring gardening. A little effort now means bigger rewards next season.

Make your own festive winter urn

Make your own festive winter urn

Looking to elevate your Christmas decor this year? Why not create your own urn insert! Spruce up your home with a personal touch.
Domenic Crupi
7 Festive Porch Decorating Ideas Using Natural Garden Elements

7 Festive Porch Decorating Ideas Using Natural Garden Elements

Transform your porch into a festive winter retreat using natural garden elements. From evergreen planters to DIY wreaths, these seven ideas from Lakeside Garden Gallery combine sustainability and style for a cozy, eco-friendly holiday season.

How to Winterize Your Tools, Pots, and Garden Gear Like a Pro

Before you pack up for the season, take time to winterize your tools, pots, and garden gear. This simple checklist shows how to clean, sharpen, and protect your equipment from rust and frost — so it’s ready to go when spring arrives. A quick fall cleanup now means less work (and expense) later.

How to Prepare Your Soil for Next Spring

How to Prepare Your Soil for Next Spring

Cold weather can be tough on your landscape, but a few smart steps can help your trees and shrubs thrive through winter. Learn four expert methods to keep roots insulated, prevent bark cracking, reduce wind burn, and protect from wildlife damage—all while setting your garden up for a vibrant spring revival. Perfect for homeowners and gardeners looking to safeguard their landscape before the frost hits.

DOMENIC Crupi
4 Ways to Protect Your Trees and Shrubs for Winter

4 Ways to Protect Your Trees and Shrubs for Winter

Cold weather can be tough on your landscape, but taking a few smart steps can help your trees and shrubs thrive throughout the winter. Learn four expert methods to keep roots insulated, prevent bark cracking, reduce wind burn, and protect from wildlife damage—all while setting your garden up for a vibrant spring revival. Perfect for homeowners and gardeners looking to safeguard their landscape before the frost hits.

3 Essential Ways to Clean Up Your Garden Beds for Winter

3 Essential Ways to Clean Up Your Garden Beds for Winter

Prepare your garden for the cold season with three essential winter cleanup strategies every gardener should know. Learn how to remove diseased debris, rejuvenate your soil with compost and mulch, and protect perennials for spring success—all while supporting pollinators and building long-term soil health. Perfect for anyone seeking sustainable, low-maintenance garden care before winter sets in.

5 Spring Bulbs to Plant Now

5 Spring Bulbs to Plant Now

Bring your spring garden to life with bulbs you can plant right now for next year’s spectacular blooms. From the bold, architectural Allium ‘Purple Sensation’ to the shade-loving Erythronium ‘Pagoda,’ these expert-recommended choices thrive when planted in cool early-spring soil. Learn how to layer bulbs, naturalize them for effortless displays, and attract pollinators while adding color and texture to your beds and borders. Perfect for gardeners looking to create a vibrant, low-maintenance, and season-spanning floral show.