Did you know that many of the plants we offer though our retail and landscape services are Chalet Farm grown? Chalet invested in the Chalet Farm in the fall of 2004, with the first perennials being available in 2005. Chalet has about 100-120 acres in field production and another 20 acres of polyhouses. About the […]
Before you send that bouquet, you should know what message your flower color choice is sending to its recipient. From love to sympathy to congratulations, flowers and their colors can symbolize many emotions. According to the Farmer’s Almanac, the meanings and traditions associated with flowers have evolved over time. Understanding this “language of flowers,” also […]
Before you send that bouquet, you should know what message your flower color choice is sending to its recipient. From love to sympathy to congratulations, flowers and their colors can symbolize many emotions. According to the Farmer’s Almanac, the meanings and traditions associated with flowers have evolved over time. Understanding this “language of flowers,” also […]
When summers are as short as they are in the Midwest, it’s important to make the most of them. It was in that spirit that Winnetka residents Jared and Christy Vegosen hired Chalet Landscape, Nursery & Garden Center (Make It Better’s Best of 2018 Best Landscaper winner) to create a luxurious spot for alfresco dining, […]
Top ways to improve your garden soil.
Just when the weather breaks and you’re finally able to enjoy the outdoors, that familiar, aggravating hum arrives. You can’t see them, but they’re there, waiting for the perfect moment to strike. You slap your ear, swat the air and ultimately let those pesky mosquitoes drive you back to the safety of the great indoors, the very place you […]
The garden is a love song, a duet between a human being and Mother Nature. —Jeff Cox Have you always wanted to start your own garden but been afraid of failure? Like most things in life, gardening is trial and error. Talk to any gardener and they’ll happily admit to killing plenty of plants. It’s part […]
Getting your home organized (finally!) doesn’t have to be overwhelming—as long as you use strategies that actually work. We called on some of our favorite local organization and home experts to share their top tricks for keeping busy families (and their homes) running smoothly. With these clever tactics, you might find that organizing can be […]
‘Tis the season to be troweling! Plant the seeds for your backyard oasis with helpful tools and garden gear that are as pretty as a bouquet of poppies. 1. Apron These cheerful yellow checks have got you covered while deep pockets leave your hands free to get dirty. 2. Gardening Gloves Durable and girly, these […]
Spring has finally arrived and it’s time to prepare your garden for the upcoming season. Here are some tips to make this your most successful garden ever! Perennial Cleanup Try to cut back perennials before the days get too warm and new growth starts emerging in last year’s stem residue. You may need to remove […]
