Anna's Blog

There will never be a more classic wildflower than the beloved Black-Eyed Susan. Adored by not only gardeners, these daisy-like blooms attract butterflies, bees and other insects for their nectar.  In the garden, they will thrive in landscapes, borders, butterfly gardens, or containers. A very ve...

Believe it or not, you don’t need a big yard — or even a garden bed — to grow armfuls of fresh flowers. With a handful of pots, a sunny corner, and a little planning, you can turn a small patio or balcony into a charming cottage-style cutting garden. It's a simple way to bring daily beauty into y...

There’s something magical about July in the garden. The colours are richer, the blooms fuller, and the days seem made for slowing down and soaking up the beauty around us. Whether it's sipping your morning coffee surrounded by flowers or enjoying a golden sunset with your hands in the soil, July ...

At Anna’s Garden Home and Wellness, we’re proud to carry products that support a balanced, feel-good lifestyle—like Olé Mocktails, a line of sparkling non-alcoholic cocktails crafted with real ingredients and zero compromise. A Thirst for Something Better In the spring of 2020, the founders of ...

This week’s Community Highlight took us (and our taste-tester Annalise!) to a spot that’s become a local favourite for good reason — Mari’s Artisan Gelato, where every scoop is made fresh, in-house, with love. From the moment you walk in, you can see the passion behind each small-batch creation....

Looking to brighten up your garden with bold, tropical colour? Bougainvillea is a show-stopping plant known for its vivid, papery bracts in shades of magenta, red, orange, white, and purple. Native to South America, it's perfect for Canadian gardeners in warmer zones or for anyone using contain...