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Many pet owners notice that their animals are drawn to plants. Two popular options for pet friendly enrichment are pet grass and catnip. While they are often mentioned together, they serve different purposes and are enjoyed by different animals in different ways. What Is Pet Grass? Pet grass refers to young cereal grasses grown for animals to chew. These grasses are usually grown from grains such as barley, wheat, oats, or rye and are harvested when the blades are still young and tender. Many...

If you’ve ever wanted to try painting but felt a little intimidated, gouache might be the perfect place to begin. It’s colorful, forgiving, and surprisingly easy to work with. Think of it as watercolor’s slightly bolder cousin. It mixes with water, dries quickly, and creates soft, velvety color that looks beautiful on paper. The best part? Gouache doesn’t expect perfection. It can be reworked, layered, and adjusted as you go, which means mistakes are just part of the creative process. Whether...

If you brought home one of our Tulip Bulb Gardens this season, thank you. Watching those blooms slowly open and stretch toward the light was pure joy. We hope they brought a little spring into your home during the winter months. Now that the flowers are beginning to fade, here’s exactly what to do next to give those bulbs the best chance at blooming again next year. Step 1: Remove the Spent Blooms Once the petals begin to wilt and fall, gently snip off just the flower head. Leave the stem and...