Garden Center Blog

written by Lisa Briggs
They’re awfully cute, but despite those adorable faces, bunnies can do an awful lot of damage to your yard.

written by Lisa Briggs
There are great reasons to grow your vegetables from seed because you have so many more choices.

written by Lisa Briggs
Happy Vernal Equinox! Given the recent weather, not exactly what I was hoping for the first day of spring.

written by Lisa Briggs
Learn About Butterflies Day was last week and the day always reminds us that the battle between strength and fragility is not better illustrated more clearly than by a butterfly.

written by Lisa Briggs
Haven’t the mild temperatures and sun been marvelous? We hope that you had a chance to get outside and enjoy those beautiful days.

written by Lisa Briggs
As winter recedes, each sign of spring seems more symbolic than the last. And this year’s seesawing temperature swings have made all of us more than a little crazy.

written by Lisa Briggs
Valentine’s Day, as well as the more inclusive Pal- and Galentine’s days, are next week and everyone at the Bruce Company wishes you and all of those you love a great day!

written by Lisa Briggs
It is a bit early for most seeds, but if you’ve already started, those baby seedlings may be growing like Jack’s beanstalks.

written by Lisa Briggs
Even though it’s barely started, you may find yourself getting a bit sick of winter. The damp, gray days contribute to cases of cabin fever and longing for the sight of some swelling buds. Either we need to take a tropical vacation or direct some of this untapped energy towards an indoor gardening project.

written by Lisa Briggs
Next weekend will find many a modern gardener checking the sky as soon as the alarm clock rings. Why? It’s Groundhog Day! While Punxsutawney Phil may be more famous, in Wisconsin Jimmy rules. Let’s explore the origins of this quirky American holiday. Spoiler alert though. Perhaps the whole thing began with a badger!