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Update on the SARS-CoV2/COVID-19 coronovirus
Seguin Gardens & Gifts will be closing as of this Wednesday, March 18th. The store will not open until at least Monday, March 30th.
Jasper, the Goffin Cockatoo
Jasper was adopted into the greenhouse in June 2014 (he was less than 2 years old then), and has become a celebrity in his own right. You can find him most days, clamoring for attention, in the greenhouse. He is a...
Local Vendor Spotlight: Soap Distillery
Soap Distillery is a small four-person team that creates a myriad of uniquely scented products, many of which we are proud to carry at Seguin Gardens & Gifts.
How to Plant a First Garden That Will Flourish
Planting a garden is an excellent way to guarantee you always have fresh vegetables and fragrant flowers on hand. But to a beginner gardener, it can feel intimidating to start with only a handful of seeds and some dirt.
Reopening the store
Reopening the store to the public is something we are working towards, and thinking a lot about.
Unfortunately, due to many factors, it is far more complicated than just opening our doors. In addition to making sure we have procedures in place to keep both staff and customers safe, the physical layout of the store is being altered to allow proper distancing to maintain safety.
How we keep you and employees safe
For all pickups and deliveries, our employees are instructed to wear gloves and face masks.
Within the garden center, all employees are required to wear face masks, and gloves when possible, as well as regularly wash their hands. Frequently touched surfaces, such as doors, counters and carts, are cleaned several times a day.
Microgreens & Baby Greens Growing Guide
Micro- and baby greens are tiny, tender, flavorful seedlings of vegetables and/or herbs. Microgreens may be harvested for their youngest leaves, while baby greens are harvested at 2"–4". Both pack a big punch when it comes to nutrients. Studies show they can be up to 40 times richer in vital nutrients than their mature counterparts.
Microgreens and baby greens are not just for chef-inspired plates anymore—these nutrient powerhouses can grow right on your windowsill.
Planting a Bloomerang Lilac Shrub
Deep breath, enjoy the smell of lilacs and know spring has finally arrived! Our Bloomerang series of lilacs offer spectacular color and fragrance, but what is unique is later in the season a second set of blooms appear!
Laura LeBoutillier
Gardening Personality ~ Garden Answer
You Can't Beat Beets!
"Of course, a lot of vegetables taste different/better home grown than from a grocery store, but beets probably have the most dramatic difference. After harvest, sugars in beets decrease dramatically - rendering them with a flavor not nearly as good as home-grown. No wonder many people didn't like beets as kids!"
Spring Is Almost Here, and It’s Time to Plan Your Landscape
When you really want to improve your curb appeal — especially if you’re doing so to maintain or increase your home’s value — it pays to know a few tips and tricks before you get started. Here are just a few that you need to keep in mind.
New Vendor Spotlight: Pride Candle Company
Pride Candle is a Chicago based company on a mission to create great candles that make great progress. All their candles are crafted in Chicago using environmentally and socially responsible ingredients.
Berwyn Historical Society Garden Walk
Several beautiful Berwyn gardens will be presented by the Berwyn Historical Society at the 1st Annual BHS Garden walk to be held on Saturday, June 19. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., rain or shine.
Houseplants 101 from our friends at Fox Farm Soils & Fertilizers
While many people love the idea of having plants at home, the process of realizing this dream is not always as simple as they might think. At FoxFarm, we are here to help! With decades of experience in the soil business, we are well equipped to help you prepare for your adventures in houseplant cultivation.
Four Pet-Friendly Plants You Should Consider in Your Home
As a pet parent, you may be familiar with the experience of seeing your pet nibble on random things, like shoes or even wires. While it can be funny to see your pet enjoy themselves, all pet parents agree that they feel frightened once they see their pets chewing plants.
6 Steps to an Organic Garden
One of the greatest benefits of having a garden is controlling how your food is grown. Growing organically ensures your food is free of commercial pesticides--pollutants that can transfer into the soil, water, and atmosphere. Starting an organic garden is the perfect way to provide clean, healthful food to your family, and help protect the earth.
New Vendor Spotlight: Queer Candle Company
We're Ab (they/them) and Al (she/her), and we started Queer Candle Co. as a passion project in the summer of 2018. The previous holiday season, Ab had given Al a candle making kit because they thought she was spending “too much money on candles from Target” (they were correct). We started making candles together as a hobby, and a few months later, we decided to start selling the candles to friends and family on Instagram via DMs.
Cucumber: Sow and Grow Guide
Get ready, salads--home-grown cukes are on the way!
This cool, summer, salad "must" is very easy to grow, and there is a cucumber variety to fit everyone's preference.