October Gardening Tips

October Gardening Tips Ah, yes, the beginning of Fall. We North Carolinians love the fall season. For us, it means less humidity and less heat. But, unfortunately, we will still experience 80-degree days for several more weeks even though the rest of the country is “falling” into colorful leaves, pumpkins, flannels, and everything Fall. Until

The Dog Days of Summer

The Dog Days of Summer That latter part of summer in North Carolina is probably the harshest! The temperature is high, and the humidity is even higher! It can be tough to keep cool during this time of the year. Keep reading to learn how to keep your home cool and ways to beat the

Autumnize Outdoor Space with Autumn Flowers & Decor

Jane Meets Jess!  Jane Helps Jess!  Jess thanks Jane! Jane is our plant specialist here at Green Side Up Garden and Gifts. She is happy to help all of our customers like Jess select autumn flowers & decor of their very own.  You will find everything you see here in our gift shop, on our front

Three Steps Refreshing Outdoor Space

It’s time to refresh our outdoor space with a Fall makeover. Close your eyes and imagine it. I’ll bet you are picturing pumpkins, pansies, cabbage, cornstalks and hay bales.  You’re probably thinking about the smells of pumpkin spice and apple scented candles. The thoughts of new door wreathe,  cozy blankets and assorted coffee or teas dance behind those eyelids.