May Plant of the Month
Our featured plant of the month of May is Mandevilla! You may have heard of this flowering plant's common name, "rocktrumpet." Mandevilla is a climbing shrub with elegant trumpet-shaped blooms that flower from May to October. Despite its tropical origins, it will...
Spicy Mother’s Day Breakfast
Make something special for mom for her Mother’s Day breakfast. This recipe is perfect for the mom who loves a spicy kick. Moms, you can also make this special breakfast for yourself and use herbs and ingredients from your garden! You can also use this recipe for a...
Vegan Pesto Pasta
Read below for a healthy, delicious Vegan Pesto recipe using fresh Basil from your garden! It's perfect for your summertime pasta. This is one of my go-to pasta recipe but feel free to mix the pesto into your favorite dish! Pesto Ingredients: 3/4 cup pumpkin seeds 1/4...
Happy Earth Day
Small Changes Can Make Big Outcomes The 22nd of April is Earth Day, which is this Thursday. Each day, Earth takes care of us and gives us a refuge, especially during times like these. So, take today and future days to give back to Earth and celebrate our home. Since...
Fresh Dill Pickle Recipe
I know I love a good pickle on the side or on top of (or maybe both) my burger, especially at a summer cookout. Did you know that pickles were first made over 4,000 years ago? At the time people learned that if they soaked cucumbers in an acidic brine it would...
March Plant of the Month
Spring is officially here, and I am enjoying the warmth. Bright colors are inspiring me as we head into the warmer months, so the March plants of the month are wallflowers. This plant of the month choice likes to be in the spotlight despite despite its common name....
Minty Pistachio Vegan Ice Cream
Minty Pistachio Vegan Ice Cream 🍨 It’s St. Patrick’s Day today, which is a day to celebrate the color green but also a time to remember your blessings. Now, more than ever, it’s important to spend time with your loved ones. So, get your whole family involved in making...
Celebrating International Women’s Day
Happy International Women's Day! Did you know Garden Gazebo is a woman-owned small business located in Norfolk, Virginia? Our owner, Pamela Katrancha, opened the first location of Garden Gazebo in 1993 to share her love of home and garden design. In addition to...
February Plant of the Month
The February Plant of the Month is... Acer rubrum (Red Maple)! Did you know that the Red Maple is one of the species that is commonly tapped in order to produce the maple syrup that you use on your pancakes in the morning? It is also one of the most widespread...
Mint Chocolate Chip Avocado Protein Smoothie
Get ready for a creamy, delicious breakfast or post-workout snack! I am giving you a healthy recipe for a mint chocolate chip avocado protein smoothie this week. You can use the fresh mint from your garden, which gives your smoothie a refreshing taste. It pairs...