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      Tips for Proper Houseplant Care Tips for Proper Houseplant Care Besides adding color and personality to your house, indoor plants also have tremendous benefits, like lowering your stress levels and improving indoor air quality. So, if you already have houseplants or are planning to get some, it's crucial to learn about proper houseplant care. Understanding...
      Bloom into June: Top Garden Design Trends for 2024 Bloom into June: Top Garden Design Trends for 2024 Spring has sprung, and with May's vibrant sunshine comes the perfect time to transform your outdoor haven for June. This year, garden design trends reflect a growing focus on sustainability, mindfulness, and creating an extension of our living spaces. Let's explore some of the hottest...
      Houseplant Pest Control Houseplant Pest Control Winter is the perfect time to tend to your indoor gardening. Even though most houseplants remain dormant, sneaky pests need to be kept at bay. Our homes are warm and dry, the perfect conditions for pests to become active. Some of the worst pest offenders...
      Container Planting Excitement Container Planting Excitement Brighten up your outdoor spaces  Hanging baskets, pottery, container plants, oh my! So many options to beautify the sunniest and shadiest of spaces. Beautiful and bold containers create a statement. They welcome guests and are inviting on porches, entryways, and decks. Striking pots and unique...
      Caring for Houseplants in the Winter Caring for Houseplants in the Winter Winter can be a difficult time for houseplants, as the cold weather and dry air can make it difficult for them to thrive. To ensure your houseplants stay healthy during the winter months, it is important to pay attention to their watering and fertilizing needs....
      Caring for Houseplants in the Fall: Maintenance Tips for the Changing Season Caring for Houseplants in the Fall: Maintenance Tips for the Changing Season As the days grow shorter and temperatures drop, your houseplants will need some adjustments to thrive through the fall season. Caring for houseplants during this transitional time involves adapting to reduced sunlight, adjusting watering schedules, and revising fertilization practices. Here are expert tips to help...
      Orchids and Indoor Plants: How to Keep Them Thriving Orchids and Indoor Plants: How to Keep Them Thriving April 16 is National Orchid Day, making it the perfect time to celebrate these elegant and exotic flowers while also diving into the care of other beloved indoor plants. Whether you’re a seasoned plant enthusiast or just starting your indoor garden, understanding the needs of...
      Seed Starts in January Seed Starts in January January is an excellent time to do indoor gardening. Even though early spring is around the corner, you can get a head start on planting summer vegetable seeds indoors. You will have seedlings to look forward to planting outdoors with the anticipation of picking fresh...
      Al’s Holiday Gift Guide Al’s Holiday Gift Guide The holiday gift-giving season is upon us. Al’s Garden & Home has unique and useful gifts for everyone on your list. Whether your family, friends, or co-workers are outdoor enthusiasts or ones that love making their house a home, we are the only stop you’ll...
      Happy Earth Day: Build Your Own Terrarium Green World Happy Earth Day: Build Your Own Terrarium Green World Spring has sprung, and Earth Day is upon us - a moment to celebrate our amazing planet and reflect on how we can care for it. This year, why not bring a touch of nature indoors and embrace the eco-friendly trend of terrarium gardens? What...
      Houseplant Fall Checklist: How to Prepare your Plants for the Weather Change Houseplant Fall Checklist: How to Prepare your Plants for the Weather Change As the weather changes, our houseplants might need a change too. Whether it is fertilizing, repotting, moving, watering, cleaning, checking for bugs, or just giving them some extra love. Here are some tips we find helpful! With summertime being so busy houseplants and their care...
      Growing Guide: Hanging Basket Care TipsHere is how to keep your beautiful hanging basket looking fantastic all summer long. With a few simple steps you can keep your basket full and growing strong. Ensure the Proper Conditions Allow at least ½ day of sun for sun loving hanging baskets in...
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      Switch Grass
      Switch Grass

      (Panicum virgatum)

      from $7.5
      Als-gardencenter 'Moondrop' Umbrella Plant (Schefflera arboricola), 4 Inch houseplant
      Als-gardencenter 'Gold Capella' Umbrella Plant (Schefflera arboricola), 4 Inch houseplant
      Umbrella Plant

      (Schefflera arboricola)

      from $15
      Al's Garden and Home 'Raspberry Frost' Lungwort Pulmonaria perennial
      Lungwort

      (Pulmonaria)

      from $7.5
      Als-gardencenter 'Whitebarked' Himalayan Birch (Betula jacquemontii), 15 Gallon tree
      Als-gardencenter 'Whitebarked (Clump)' Himalayan Birch (Betula jacquemontii), 15 Gallon tree
      Himalayan Birch

      (Betula jacquemontii)

      $65
      Als-gardencenter 'Tamukeyama' Laceleaf Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum dissectum), 7 Gallon tree
      Als-gardencenter 'Tamukeyama' Laceleaf Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum dissectum), 7 Gallon tree
      Laceleaf Japanese Maple

      (Acer palmatum dissectum)

      $65
      Als-gardencenter generic Dusty Miller (Jacobaea maritima), 4 Inch annual
      Als-gardencenter generic Dusty Miller (Jacobaea maritima), 1 Quart annual
      Dusty Miller

      (Jacobaea maritima)

      from $1.25
      Escape to Spring: Planting and Planning Your Dream Garden Escape to Spring: Planting and Planning Your Dream Garden Winter's icy grip may hold us tight, but soon, the world will explode in a symphony of color. What better way to welcome the warmth than with a garden bursting with life? Let's escape to spring and delve into the delightful world of planting and...
      Growing Roses to Rave About Growing Roses to Rave About Roses are such a staple in the garden and one of the most often considered bushes to plant when you want beauty both in the garden and on the table.  Their fragrance is often delightful and their perfect petals are unmatched by any other cut...
      Growing Guide: TomatoesTomatoes are America’s #1 choice for vegetable gardening. Picked fresh off the vine, they are full of flavor, nutrients and fun. There are many varieties to choose from and all have something to offer specific to their variety. Here’s a list of the choice varieties...
      Our Selection of Houseplants Our Selection of Houseplants At Al's Garden & Home, we pride ourselves on providing our customers with high-quality houseplants that can transform any room into a serene and welcoming space. We'll explore the benefits of houseplants, the different types of indoor plants, and some tips for caring for your...
      Growing Guide: Drought Tolerant PlantsIn order for a plant to withstand long periods of dry weather, it is necessary to dig in a lot of organic amendments such as compost, aged manure or peat moss. These materials will help hold moisture in the soil. Start your plants off with...
      Mum’s the Word for Fall Planting Mum’s the Word for Fall Planting Chrysanthemums, or Mums, provide bright, vivid color in your garden and containers. Mums are virtually synonymous with harvest time and reigns as “queen of fall flowers”. The single flowered Chrysanthemum was chosen as the official seal and crest of the Emperor of Japan. The Chrysanthemum...
      Watering and Care for Perennials Watering and Care for Perennials Caring for popping perennials There is no “one-size fits all” rule for watering perennials. Some varieties endure drought and others require moisture all the time. Keep in mind that drought-tolerant perennials must be planted at least one year, along with regular irrigation, before they can...
      Perennial Blooms for June Perennial Blooms for June ¡Tropicalismo! Garden for Summer The lush look of tropical plants isn’t just dream in the Pacific Northwest; it can be a reality. There are several hardy perennials with an exotic tropical look to adorn your outdoor space. The keys are to select the right varieties for...
      Dig Into May: Expert Garden Tips for the Month Ahead Dig Into May: Expert Garden Tips for the Month Ahead Spring showers can linger through May in the Pacific Northwest, but it is a great time to plant and tend to your garden. The soil and temperatures are warming up and the colorful blooms are ready to show off. So, what should you be doing...
      Growing Guide: Getting Your Orchid to Rebloom “My orchid is green and healthy, and I fertilize it regularly. So why won’t it bloom?” The main reason orchids do not bloom is lack of sufficient light. When an orchid is in bud or in flower, it can be placed in any light exposure...