Category: FCN Blog

by Shannon Moreau Gardening is the perfect union of science based growing and anecdotal evidence. I have been stumped many times by plants that performed differently than they were supposed […]

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by Alex Tisthammer Fall always feels like a magical time, the leaves are changing brilliant colors around us and gently falling to the earth, even the air seems to be […]

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By Shannon Moreau Fall brings cooler nights, apple picking, and giant vegetables—specifically pumpkins! Giant pumpkins are a big part of October, even outside of the plant community – just look […]

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by Shannon Moreau Location: Old Town Fort Collins, CO 80524 Cost: Free! The flower beds and containers in historic Old Town Fort Collins provide an abundance of inspiration in both […]

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by Shannon Moreau The sweetest part of summer is finally here–it’s peach season! Midsummer brings loads of pop up tents to roadsides and growers to farmers markets with delicious peaches […]

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By Shannon Moreau  It’s time to start thinking about Japanese Beetles and what options you have to prevent them or deal with them once they appear in your garden. While […]

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by Laurel Aiello The Fourth of July is full of excitement and color, with red, white, and blue flags, streamers, fireworks, and sweet treats adding to the festivities. Flower pots […]

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by Laurel Aiello Annuals paint our landscapes with vibrant colors and textures that are only available in the warm months, breathing new life into flower beds, rock gardens and outdoor […]

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By Alex Tisthammer It is such a joy when all the daffodils, crocus and tulips start to pop up in the spring, especially this year, after such a long and […]

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Our need for plants is written into our human DNA, and the joy they bring us is undeniable. For some of us, plants are a pleasant background, for others, a […]

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