Author Archives: David Weaver

October at The Country Barn: Fall Specials, Events & What’s Happening This Month October is packed with reasons to visit The Country Barn Garden & Farm Market. From pumpkins, fall planters and seasonal decorating supplies to special savings, new houseplants, café treats and upcoming events, there’s plenty happening throughout the month. Here’s a look at […]

Gardening questions don’t always come up when you’re standing in the garden center. Sometimes you’re looking at a struggling plant in the evening. Maybe you’re planning a new garden over the weekend, wondering what will grow in a shady spot or trying to remember how to care for a new houseplant. And sometimes the question […]

Fall has a way of bringing people together. A comfortable afternoon can turn into friends stopping by, family gathering around the table or an evening spent outside enjoying the cooler weather. The good news is that fall entertaining doesn’t have to mean spending the entire day in the kitchen. At The Country Barn, food has […]

As the outdoor gardening season begins to slow down, fall is a great time to turn some attention indoors. Houseplants bring greenery, texture and life into the home just as the landscape outside begins its seasonal change. The Country Barn has a fresh selection of houseplants, including some longtime favorites and varieties that offer something […]

Cooler nights are one of the sure signs that fall has arrived. While many garden plants handle chilly weather just fine, tropicals, houseplants and other tender favorites need a little attention before temperatures drop too far. If you’ve had houseplants vacationing outdoors for the summer, don’t wait for an actual frost to bring them inside. […]

Fall is not just for pumpkins, mums, and seasonal decorating. It is also one of the best times of year to add trees, shrubs, and perennials to the landscape. Cooler temperatures make planting more comfortable, while the soil is still warm enough to encourage strong root growth. When plants go into the ground in fall, […]

Fall containers are one of the easiest ways to refresh a porch, patio, or entryway for the season. With a few well-chosen plants and seasonal accents, you can create a display that feels full, colorful, and welcoming without completely redesigning your outdoor space. Start with a strong focal point. Mums are a fall favorite for […]

Pumpkins are one of the easiest ways to bring fall color and character to your home, and they can do much more than sit on the front steps waiting to be carved. With a mix of sizes, shapes, and colors, pumpkins can become the foundation for simple seasonal displays that work from early fall through […]