Tag: Holidays
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Creative Origami Seed Packet Ideas for Seed Swaps and Holiday Gifts
Saving seeds is a cherished practice that can save money and create personalized gifts. Various origami seed packet designs are shared, each with unique benefits. The rectangular packet provides secure storage but may not accommodate larger seeds. The rectangular packet with a tab offers decorative flair but is less secure. The trapezoid packet is easy…
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World Art Day 2024: A Garden of Expression
World Art Day, introduced by UNESCO, honors art’s role in advancing knowledge, creativity, and cultural diversity. Its theme changes yearly, with the 2024 focus on cultivating community through art. The date, April 15th, coincides with Leonardo da Vinci’s birthday. Anyone can participate in World Art Day, from simple sketching to botanical art. Realism, capturing the…
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Year of the Dragon: The Madagascar Dragon Tree (Dracaena marginata)
The Chinese New Year just started, marking the Year of the Dragon. To celebrate, a deep dive into the Dragon Tree (Dracaena marginata) is offered. The author shares a personal connection with this plant and discusses its characteristics, propagation, care, common problems, and significance as a lucky plant. Through a personal anecdote, the acquisition and…
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A Poinsettia Holiday Story: Planty the Watered Plant
In the spirit of the holidays, it will come as no surprise that we will often purchase a poinsettia. Poinsettias are everywhere during the holiday season. This is the unexpected true and hilarious story of a poinsettia that made its home in our hearts.
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Poinsettia History: How a Mexican Flower Became a Symbol of the Holiday Season
It’s impossible to visit a store during the holidays and not see with the showy sight of bright red, white, or multicolored heads of Poinsettias. This week, I wanted to delve into the history of how the poinsettia singlehandedly took over the plant industry for a month out of the year.
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Homemade Infused Olive Oil With Your Own Garden Produce
If you have a garden that occasionally over-produces, you’ll want to look at ways to preserve your herbs and spices for the long term. Making your own infused olive oil is an excellent method of preservation, and it creates a wonderful and beautiful gift to friends and family. Get started a few months in advance…
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Guest Post: George Reed, A Tale of Two Trees
For Arbor Day, I’m presenting a Tale of Two Trees, the story of how we came by our River Birch Tree here at Eastborn Gardens. It’s a story that began before my husband and I met, and best told from his perspective. George Reed II joins Eastborn Gardens as a guest blogger today.