Interior Trees: Are They a Good Idea? In recent years, so many people have been bringing trees inside the walls of their homes. You’ve probably seen at least one fiddle leaf fig in the home of a friend or family member. Trees can be a really great way to incorporate plants into your home’s landscape […]
Landscaping: Do it Yourself or Hire a Professional? To DIY or not to DIY… that is the question. With the amount of Pinterest boards and YouTube tutorials that are out there, any project can seem super simple and easy to achieve on your own. Sometimes that’s the case, but sometimes it’s just a better idea […]
What Bulbs Area and When You Should Plant Them Who doesn’t love a beautiful, blooming tulip? They’re known for their bright, animated appearance, and are used by many in landscapes. However, beneath them lies a unique specialized modified stem called a bulb. People are often intimidated by plants that start out as bulbs because they […]
The Pros and Cons of Installing a Water Feature Water features add a striking element of elegance and sophistication to any property. However, they also bring a new level of maintenance that you might not be aware of. There are many pros to having one, and also many cons! If you’re wondering if a water […]
Hydretain: What is it? Does it Work? If you’re on the lookout for new landscaping products, you’ve probably noticed that there are new concoctions on the market every day that claim to do miraculous things for plants and soil. It’s hard to know what works and what’s a scam. While you can’t try the thousands […]
Basic Things Everyone Should Know About Their Soil If you’re new to the gardening world, you probably don’t know a whole lot about soil. In fact, you might get bored even at the mention of it! However, your soil is crucial to the wellbeing of your plants, landscape, and livelihood as a human being. There […]
Your Snow Removal Guide for the Winter Snow removal is always at the top of your to-do list after a storm hits, but never the thing you actually want to spend your time doing. Whether or not you like the snow, it’s simply a hassle to keep your driveway, walkways, and yards clear of ice and built […]
It shouldn’t come as a surprise to hear that everyone here at Candide is obsessed with gardening. Which means our spare time is split pretty evenly between playing around in our own gardens and reading about other people’s. With this in mind, we thought we would share with you our top ten gardening blogs for […]
The beginning of June is an important time for Scottish gardeners – the risk of frost has passed, early salads are ready for harvest, and flowers fill the borders...
It shouldn’t come as a surprise to hear that everyone here at Candide is obsessed with gardening. Which means our spare time is split pretty evenly between playing around in our own gardens and reading about other people’s. With this in mind, we thought we would share with you our top ten gardening blogs for […]