Uninvited Guests: A Friendly Guide to Common Houseplant Pests
Learn how to spot and manage common houseplant pests, from fungus gnats to mealybugs, with simple tips for keeping indoor plants healthy.
Houseplants & Tropicals
A Winter Wellness Month Love Letter to You and Your Houseplants
We're talking about how plant care equals self-care, what winter tends to throw at indoor plants, how to spot common issues early, and what to do about them. We're also looking at the mental and emotional wellness boost houseplants can offer, and how B.B. Barns is here when you need backup.
Create a Cozy Winter Retreat with Houseplants
Plants soften hard edges, add living color when the landscape outside is muted, and bring a sense of warmth that’s hard to replicate with décor alone. We’re sharing styling ideas that make spaces feel cozy and grounded, plus our favorite low-maintenance, big-impact houseplants for winter...
Gardening Wellness: Nine Ways Plants Make Life Better
From cleaning our air and water to boosting our moods and home values, plants are quietly working behind the scenes to make life better. They're healers, helpers, and heroes in green.
Do You Know the Holiday Story Poinsettias Tell?
Poinsettias are holiday season staples. Discover more about the holiday story they tell, how to care for them (plus getting them to rebloom!), and creative decorating ideas that make this tropical plant a wintertime favorite.
Five Easy-to-Grow Orchids That’ll Bloom for You Again and Again
While their graceful blooms might seem like they belong in a hothouse jungle, many orchids are well-suited to life on a sunny windowsill right here in Western North Carolina. And once you understand a little bit about how orchids grow and what they like, you’ll be well on your way to keeping ...
Brighten Your Winter Days With Paperwhites and Amaryllis
No green thumb required. No digging in the cold. Just a cozy window, a few simple steps, and a little patience. Whether you're looking to add some festive flair to your home, create heartfelt handmade gifts, or simply watch something grow during the darker days, forcing paperwhites and ...
Before You Buy Another Houseplant… Read This First!
Healthy, beautiful houseplants are hard to resist. But before you go crazy at the garden center, let's talk about how to choose houseplants that fit your space, your lifestyle, and your light, so everyone's happy. And stays happy.
How to Care for Houseplants
Think of this as Houseplant Care 101: Light, Water, Soil and Confidence... With a little observation, the right tools, and some seasonal know-how, you’ll be well on your way to a lush, green, happy home.
Five Easy Houseplants That Clean Up Indoor Toxins
Certain houseplants can absorb toxins through their leaves and roots, filtering and purifying the air we breathe. They also release oxygen and boost humidity, making our indoor environment more comfortable, especially during dry, heated winter months. Here are five easy houseplants that can do ...
Seven Low-Light Houseplants With Big Impact
Don't think your home has enough light to make houseplants happy? Great news... Many of our favorite houseplants prefer low-light conditions, and they don’t need to be parked in a sunbeam all day to stay happy. Whether you’re working with shady corners, north-facing windows, or just prefer a ...
Succulents: How to Create Easy and Beautiful Containers
Succulents are so popular, and there are many reasons why! See how to care for succulents, how to create some fun succulent containers, and let your imagination run wild!
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Conifers Bring Year-Round Color, Character, and Structure to Your Garden
Discover the beauty and versatility of conifers, from colorful dwarf varieties and container plants to striking specimens and privacy screens for WNC gardens.
Plant Fruit Trees in Fall for a Sweet Start
Why plant fruit trees in the fall? Well, when most people imagine planting fruit trees, they picture a sunny spring day, but fall often offers even better conditions, especially here in zones 7a and 7b. The combination of warm soil, cooler air, and consistent rainfall creates an ideal ...
Fall Lawn Care Tips for a Beautiful Spring Yard
This time of year is absolutely packed with garden chores, but fall lawn care should be at the top of your list. Get all the info you need about reseeding vs. weeding, soil prep, fertilizing, proper watering schedules, raking, and more!
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