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Earthy Endeavors: Cultivating Young Gardeners this August

In a world awash with technology and screens, rekindling children’s connection to the earth is both a rejuvenating break and a foundational lesson. Gardening stands tall as a hands-on, immersive experience, intertwining education, creativity, and an appreciation of the marvels of nature. As August casts its warm, golden glow, here are a collection of gardening […]

From Garden to Living Room: Bringing Your Plants Indoors with Copia Home & Garden

Hello to our vibrant Copia Home & Garden community! As the sunny spells of summer gradually recede, welcoming the cooler whispers of fall, it’s time we think of gently moving our outdoor houseplants to the familiar warmth of our interiors. If you’re feeling a touch unsure about the transition, let’s ease those worries. With expertise […]

Preparing Your NY Garden for Fall: Expert Tips from Copia Home & Garden

As the warmth of summer gracefully transitions to the vibrant hues of fall, gardeners across New York eagerly embark on the journey of preparing their outdoor sanctuaries for the changing season. To ensure a smooth transition, a comprehensive plan that includes garden cleanup, planting, soil enrichment, and frost protection is crucial. At Copia Home & […]

All About Native Plants

What is a native plant? Seems like a simple question, right? It turns out that some things are not so easy to define. Horticulturists, botanists, growers and gardeners don’t always define the word “native” in the same way. Here’s how they differ. The Strict Definition of Native Some people believe that only plants found growing […]

Create a Pollinator Garden

What you can do? Tips for Creating a Pollinator Friendly Garden Habitat By planting a pollinator-friendly garden you are making a difference for honey bees, bumble bees, other bees and pollinators that bring us 1 in every 3 bites of food. Establishing habitat can be challenging but there are certain things you can do to […]

GROW THESE VEGGIES ON YOUR PATIO

As urban gardening continues to trend, container gardens are popping up everywhere! Container gardens are perfect small-space solutions. Not only do they provide added appeal to your space, they also give you delicious food right at your fingertips. If you have limited space, or simply just want to add another element to your existing crop, grow these […]

Give the Gift of Gardening

…and you never have to worry about getting the wrong size! Selecting gifts for family, friends, and neighbors can offer a challenge to even the most organized amongst us. Making a gift special requires effort; either in remembering the correct size, or a favorite color, a type of music or even a favored flower. A […]

Keep that holiday greenery fresh!

The holiday season is fast approaching and soon it will be time to deck the halls with decorative greenery and boughs of holly. To make sure all your garland, swags, trees and kissing balls look their best make sure to use an anti-dessicant such as Wilt-Pruf® to keep your greens from drying out. This is […]