Just when you think the cold, rain, or gloom of winter will never end, up pop hellebores. This hardy perennial, also called the Christmas Rose or Lenten Rose, often times blooms around the Christmas holidays (see the Legend of the Christmas Rose below). This perennial evergreen, features blooms with five petal, cup-shaped flowers. Available in a variety of colors from white to pastel yellow to pink and purple, this intriguing perennial is without a doubt the star of the winter landscape.
'The Christmas tree is a symbol of love, not money. There's a kind of glory to them when they're all lit up that exceeds anything all the money in the world could buy. - Andy Rooney -.
Research* shows that going to get a tree is among the top Christmas experiences people remember as a child. It’s a tradition that can help strengthen family bonds and be shared and passed down for generations.
‘Tis the season for twinkling lights, chilly weather, Christmas trees, and the scent of fresh-cut greens. Set to deck your halls this holiday season with a fresh magnolia wreath- perfect on the front door, above the mantle, on a mirror, or as a tabletop centerpiece. Create this classic wreath with this simple DIY guide. In just six easy steps, you'll have a beautiful wreath that can deck your halls and welcome family and friends throughout the Christmas season.
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10 Ways to Use Rosemary
Rosemary is a must-have for every home and garden! It’s one of the most famous, widely grown, and frequently used herbs in the world. This hardy evergreen is easy to grow and is best known for enhancing Italian cuisine, but its wonders go way beyond the kitchen.. While there are too many creative ways to use rosemary to list here, we've picked some
Lifelike Christmas trees have come a long way from their modest beginnings and going with an artificial tree over a real one won't make your holiday any less bright. As long as you pick a high-quality tree, no one will ever be able to tell (except for maybe Santa). In fact, over the years, the design of artificial trees has improved so much that some look exactly like the real thing. And best of all, today's lifelike trees come pre-lit making them even more magical.
So why does a lifelike tree make so much sense? Here’s why: