Green Acres Garden Blog

Experience the calming effects of nature while indoors. Indoor gardens connect us to our primal origins, help to purify the indoor air and offer a sense of well-being. Create your own indoor jungle with our design and growing tips, along with plant combinations to transform your home into a lush oasis.

How well do you know your tomato varieties? Do you understand the differences between heirloom, hybrid, or GMO seeds and starts? Read on to learn about each type so you know what to look for the next time you are shopping for your edible garden. 

Looking for fresh planting ideas this spring? We've created six unique container recipes that are sure to provide you with inspiration. Make it your own by selecting a different container, or using your favorite colors to build these recipes.  

We've been fortunate to partner with Brad Gates of Wild Boar Farms over the last several years to offer unique tomato varieties featuring exotic colors and flavors. This year our nurseries have 10 varieties of Wild Boar tomato starts, now locally grown at our Auburn location. Read on to learn more about the varieties. 'Pineapple Pig', anyone?

The universal appeal of roses comes from the many varieties, sizes, and colors available. From traditional red, pink, or white—to the more unusual lilac, yellow and even orange—there are many rose varieties that can be well-suited to most landscapes. Before choosing a rose, decide which type is right for your garden. Read on to learn more about the personality of each rose type.

The holiday season is here, and for many of us, that means cooking our favorite meals. Whether it's an herb-rubbed turkey or rosemary and sage-roasted potatoes, fresh herbs can take your dish to the next level. Planting a small herb garden now will ensure you’ll have fresh herbs on-hand to make the most of the season’s culinary delights. Read on for some of our holiday cooking must haves.