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Join Us for Our Christmas Open House – November 7th and 8th, 2026

The Nostalgia of Christmas is on Full Display at Down to Earth Living Open House November 7th and 8th with Santa visiting from 2pm-4pm Christmas has a way of bringing…

Hanging Baskets Can Thrive All Season with a Little Care

Hanging flower baskets add charm and beauty to porches, patios, and gardens, but they require regular care to stay healthy and full throughout the season. Here are some tips for…

Native Plants Help Gardens Thrive Naturally and Sustainably

Gardeners across the Hudson Valley, including Rockland and Bergen counties, are increasingly choosing native plants as a sustainable, low-maintenance alternative to traditional landscaping. These plants, well-suited to local growing conditions,…

Hummingbirds are Making Their Annual Migration Tips for Attracting Them to Your Garden

Ruby-throated hummingbirds have begun arriving in the Northeast, including the Hudson Valley, as part of their spring migration. Down to Earth offers these tips to attract hummingbirds to your garden...

Winter Indoor Plant Care: Tips for Healthier Houseplants

While outdoor gardens are dormant during the colder months, it’s an important time to adjust care for indoor plants. According to the experts at Down to Earth Living, issues like…

Stay Ahead of Spring: Down to Earth Living’s January Garden Checklist for Winter Plant Care

In the Hudson Valley, where fluctuating temperatures, snow, and drying winds are the norm, a few proactive steps can make all the difference in keeping gardens vibrant and healthy all…

Do you Need a Little “Lime” This Weekend? It’s not what you think!

While “adding some lime” might make you think about mixing up a batch of margaritas, there’s another kind of lime, that’s good for your garden.

Why Fall is the Best Time to Plant for a Healthy, Beautiful Landscape

Fall offers the best conditions for establishing shrubs, trees, and lawns. Planting now gives new trees, shrubs, and lawns a head start, ensuring stronger, healthier landscapes for years to come.

Hot Weather, Healthy Harvest: Keep Your Vegetable Garden Growing Strong

Extreme heat can significantly impact even the healthiest plants, especially during prolonged heatwaves. Understanding how heat affects your vegetables is the first step toward preventing long-term damage.

Hummingbirds Have Returned: Tips & Supplies to Attract Them from Down to Earth Living

By Late May, ruby-throated hummingbirds, the only hummingbird species to breed in the eastern United States have typically returned to the Hudson Valley, including Rockland and Bergen Counties. These remarkable…

Spring Pruning Guide: Tips for a Thriving Garden This Season

One of the first tasks gardeners tackle is pruning—cutting back plants to remove dead or damaged growth and encourage healthy new blooms. With the right approach, spring pruning can help…

Spring Into Gardening: Free April Workshops at Down to Earth Living

Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting out, there's something for everyone—from pruning tips and landscape planning to veggie gardening and even a special visit from the Hudson Valley…

Secrets to Thriving Roses: Tips for Beautiful Blooms!

Roses are a timeless favorite, cherished for their beauty, fragrance, and elegance. While they may have a reputation for being finicky, with the right care, they can thrive and bloom…

Rockland Honey’s Joe Kleinberg to Share Beekeeping Insights & Offer Local Honey Tastings

Rockland Honey’s Joe Kleinberg visits Down to Earth Living on Saturday, March 15 at 1:00pm to share his expertise on beekeeping, offering a selection of locally sourced honey for sale,…

The Do’s and Don’ts of Taking Care of Poinsettia Plants

Poinsettias are iconic holiday plants, but keeping them healthy and vibrant can be tricky without proper care. Here are some simple do’s and don’ts to help your poinsettias thrive this…

Our Annual Christmas Open House! November 9th and 10th!

It's Beginning to Look a Lot like Christmas! Down to Earth Living will Celebrate the Beginning of the Holiday Season with its Annual Free Open House Featuring Santa making an…

Mastering Pumpkin Carving: Tips for a Gourd-geous Jack-O’-Lantern

Pumpkin carving is a beloved Halloween tradition that allows you to showcase your creativity and add a spooky charm to your home. To help you carve the perfect pumpkin this…

Six Tips to Keep Plants Thriving During a Heat Wave

Heat waves can be tough on plants, but with the right care, you can help your garden thrive even in the hottest conditions.

Proper Drainage Will Save Your Landscape

In the realm of landscaping, there is one crucial element that is often overlooked yet it ensures the stability and longevity of structures and landscapes: proper drainage. Here’s why proper…

Caring for Your Teak Outdoor Furniture

Teak furniture requires little, if any, maintenance and can be left outdoors year-round to weather naturally. We recommend that you allow your teak furniture to weather naturally this way and…

April is National Gardening Month: Time to Prune!

Down to Earth Living in Pomona Provides these Tips According to the US Department of Agriculture, April is National Gardening Month. Many people await the arrival of spring specifically so…

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Join Us for Our Christmas Open House – November 7th and 8th, 2026

Hanging Baskets Can Thrive All Season with a Little Care

Native Plants Help Gardens Thrive Naturally and Sustainably

Hummingbirds are Making Their Annual Migration Tips for Attracting Them to Your Garden

Winter Indoor Plant Care: Tips for Healthier Houseplants

Stay Ahead of Spring: Down to Earth Living’s January Garden Checklist for Winter Plant Care

Do you Need a Little “Lime” This Weekend? It’s not what you think!

Why Fall is the Best Time to Plant for a Healthy, Beautiful Landscape

Hot Weather, Healthy Harvest: Keep Your Vegetable Garden Growing Strong

Hummingbirds Have Returned: Tips & Supplies to Attract Them from Down to Earth Living

Spring Pruning Guide: Tips for a Thriving Garden This Season

Spring Into Gardening: Free April Workshops at Down to Earth Living

Secrets to Thriving Roses: Tips for Beautiful Blooms!

Rockland Honey’s Joe Kleinberg to Share Beekeeping Insights & Offer Local Honey Tastings

The Do’s and Don’ts of Taking Care of Poinsettia Plants

Our Annual Christmas Open House! November 9th and 10th!

Mastering Pumpkin Carving: Tips for a Gourd-geous Jack-O’-Lantern

Six Tips to Keep Plants Thriving During a Heat Wave

Proper Drainage Will Save Your Landscape

Caring for Your Teak Outdoor Furniture

April is National Gardening Month: Time to Prune!

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