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Broadleaf Winter Damage
Posted on April 18, 2025
Rhododendron trouble? You’re not alone! This winter was long and harsh, especially on broadleaf evergreens. The dry fall caused many plants to go into the colder months without enough water.
Calathea: April Houseplant Highlight
Posted on April 1, 2025
Our Houseplant Highlight for April is Calathea! These neat houseplants are called “Prayer Plant” because they tend to fold their leaves upward during the night (like a prayer) and unfurl in the morning.
Early Spring Container Ideas
Posted on March 21, 2025
Spring is officially here! After a long, cold winter, add some color back into your space with spring container combos. It’s always a good idea to choose a variety of textures and heights for added interest, but don’t be afraid to try a new color palette or plant to get creative!
What’s Coming When?
Posted on March 17, 2025
We get this question all the time, so we put together a list just for you! Keep in mind that these are estimated dates that depend on the weather. Scroll down for a quick guide to when you can expect our most anticipated plants to be in stock!
Spring Clean Up
Posted on March 10, 2025
Break out those gloves and pruning shears and clean up your garden because spring is right around the corner! With the weather beginning to warm up, it’s a good idea to jump on pruning tasks before plants come out of dormancy. You’ll also want to address winter breakage/damage due to heavy snow, salt, and plows!
Money Tree: March Houseplant Highlight
Posted on March 3, 2025
Our Houseplant Highlight for March is Money Tree (pachira-aqatica)! Large, star-shaped leaves and braided trunks make this mini tree a beautiful year-round mood booster.
Pansy Care
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Wondering if it’s okay to put pansies outside? At Van Wilgen’s we have a saying: pansies are tiny but tough. You might think they should be kept inside this time of year, but these spring annuals are not meant to be coffee table plants… they love the cool temps!
Monstera: February Houseplant Highlight
Posted on February 3, 2025
February’s Houseplant Highlight is Monstera! Bring a taste of the tropics indoors with this plant’s huge, fenestrated leaves. Monstera is a great easy-care option to fill in a corner and can even grow in water!