Hello Everyone does anyone grow Cannas this one of my favorite perineal plants! It also gives you an abundance of seeds each year!

Let's have some fun with this month's giveaway. Post a picture of one your houseplants and tell us what it would say If my plant could talk..... I have another set of "Wave" containers, only this set is in white. They are great for houseplants with drain holes and matching drip trays. They are 6", 7' and 8' pots that will add a bit of flare to your plants. But first, you need to share in the fun with "If my plant could talk....." Can't wait to see what they are saying. You have from now till end of day on January 14th to submit your entry. Don't forget a pic of your plant along with what it would say if it could talk!

Mark your mugs, PGS friends as National Hot Tea Day is Monday, January 12, and it’s the perfect excuse to cozy up with something warm while your outdoor pots rest. And since we’re container gardeners… we get to celebrate in the best way: turning the herbs we grow into comforting tea blends (the kind that feels like a blanket you can drink). 𝐓𝐡𝐞 “𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐫 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐛 𝐓𝐞𝐚” 𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐜𝐬 (𝐒𝐨 𝐈𝐭 𝐓𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭) A few simple rules make a huge difference: 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐡 𝐯𝐬. 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐝 * 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐡 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐛𝐬: use a small handful (about 1–2 tablespoons lightly packed per cup) * 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐝 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐛𝐬: use about 1 teaspoon per cup 𝐒𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞 * Tender leafy herbs (mint, lemon balm, basil): 𝟓–𝟕 𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐭𝐞𝐬 * Woodier herbs (rosemary, thyme, sage): 𝟕–𝟏𝟎 𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐭𝐞𝐬 * If it’s too strong: steep less time next cup, or add more hot water. 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐓𝐨 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐲 A tea infuser is great, but a simple kitchen strainer works perfectly. 𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐲 “𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰-𝐈𝐭-𝐈𝐧-𝐀-𝐏𝐨𝐭” 𝐓𝐞𝐚 𝐈𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐬 (𝐏𝐢𝐜𝐤 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐌𝐨𝐨𝐝) 𝟏) 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐭 + 𝐋𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐧 𝐁𝐚𝐥𝐦 “𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐂𝐮𝐩” Bright, soothing, and fresh — like a deep breath. * Fresh mint + fresh lemon balm * Optional: a little honey or a slice of lemon 𝐓𝐢𝐩: Lemon balm is often the “I didn’t know I needed this” herb. 𝟐) 𝐑𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐲 + 𝐋𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐧 “𝐂𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫-𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫-𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐝” 𝐓𝐞𝐚 This one feels crisp and cozy at the same time. * 1 small sprig rosemary * Lemon slice or peel * Optional: honey 𝐓𝐢𝐩: Rosemary is strong — start small, then adjust. 𝟑) 𝐓𝐡𝐲𝐦𝐞 + 𝐇𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐲 “𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐂𝐮𝐩” A classic cold-weather flavor that’s surprisingly delicious. * A few thyme sprigs (or 1 tsp dried) * Honey to taste 𝐓𝐢𝐩: Thyme can get bold fast best is short steep = smoother sip. 𝟒) 𝐒𝐚𝐠𝐞 + 𝐋𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐧 “𝐂𝐨𝐳𝐲 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠” 𝐓𝐞𝐚 Warm, slightly earthy, and perfect for slow evenings. * 2–3 sage leaves (fresh) or 1 tsp dried * Optional: lemon + honey 𝐓𝐢𝐩: Sage is potent so less is more. 𝟓) 𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐥 “𝐒𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐆𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐧” 𝐓𝐞𝐚 Yes, basil tea is a thing and it’s lovely. * A few basil leaves (sweet basil) * Optional: honey and/or a tiny pinch of cinnamon 𝐓𝐢𝐩: If you grow different basils (like lemon basil), experiment!

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