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< Back Fishbone Cactus Plant Care Tips & Tricks An easy to care for plant with a ton of personality, the Fishbone cactus is a great option for all levels of green thumbs. They look stunning in hanging baskets as they grow larger and start to trail! Lighting: Indirect, bright sunlight is best. Irrigation: As a jungle cactus, your plant is going to need to be watered more often than its desert cousins. Water when the top few inches of soil are dry. Humidity: This plant does not require added humidity. It prefers a dry environment. Previous Next

< Back Schefflera Plant Care Tips & Tricks Schefflera, also known as the Umbrella Plant, is a popular houseplant with striking, glossy, palmate leaves that radiate from a central point, resembling an umbrella. Its vibrant foliage adds a touch of lush greenery to any space, making it a stylish addition to both homes and offices. Varieties: Ivory, Sunshade, Moondrop, Trinette Lighting: These plants enjoy bright, indirect sunlight. Direct sun will burn the foliage. Irrigation: Allow the top inch of soil to dry between irrigations. Water until liquid runs from drainage holes at the bottom of the pot and discard excess water. Do not allow your plant to sit in standing water as it will lead to root rot. Humidity: Schefflera adapt well to average household humidity. Fertilizer: Feed once a month during the summer using a balanced fertilizer. Follow package recommendations. Previous Next

< Back Zebra Plant Plant Care Tips & Tricks This tropical plant is named for its white-striped veins on top of unique dark green foliage. The Zebra plant's beautiful patterning and contrasting colours add visual interest to any indoor space. Lighting: This plant enjoy lots of bright, indirect sunlight. Irrigation: Allow the soil to slightly dry between thorough irrigations. Water until liquid runs from drainage holes at the bottom of the pot and discard excess water. Do not allow your plant to sit in standing water as it will lead to root rot. Humidity: Zebra plants adapt well to average household humidity. Fertilizer: Feed once a month during the summer using a balanced fertilizer. Follow package recommendations. Previous Next

< Back String of Hearts Plant Care Tips & Tricks String of hearts is a unique trailing succulent plant, known for its heart shaped leaves. Many people refer to this plant variety as: Ceropegia Woods, Rosary Vine and Sweetheart Vine. In its natural environment it has been known to grow up to 12 feet long. Under the proper growing conditions String of Hearts can produce a spring/summer small purple flower. Varieties: Green, Pretty Pink, Silver Glory Lighting: Bright, indirect light is necessary for this plant to maintain its colouring. Keep out of direct sun which may burn the foliage. Irrigation: Allow the soil to mostly dry between thorough irrigations. Humidity: This plant does not require added humidity. It prefers a dry environment. Fertilizer: Regular applications of a slow-release fertilizer during the spring & summer. Follow package instructions. Previous Next

< Back Jade Plants Plant Care Tips &Tricks Jade Plants, also known as Lucky Plants or Friendship Plants, are beautiful and easy to care for. They are often given as gifts as they are thought to bring good luck to their owners. Jades are succulent plants, which makes them resilient and easy to grow indoors. They have dense formations of thick, waxy leaves and woody stems that can resemble miniature trees. If they receive an abundance of light, the plant takes on a bright red border around its vibrant, green leaves. Varieties: Ovata Horntree Jade, Variegated Jade, Green Lighting: Plants that require medium to high light will grow best in sunny spots where they can receive filtered or direct sunlight. They make the perfect plants for any well-lit room in your house. Irrigation: Allow the soil to mostly dry between thorough irrigations. Water until liquid runs from drainage holes at the bottom of the pot and discard excess water. Do not allow your plant to sit in standing water as it will lead to root rot. Humidity: Jade plants do not require additional humidity. They prefer a dry environment. Fertilizer: Regular applications of a slow-release fertilizer during the growing season (Spring and Summer). Previous Next

< Back Cactus Plant Care Tips & Tricks Cacti are stress-free plants with minimal care requirements. These plants store water in their green, photosynthetic, and cylindrical or flattened stems. They come in different shapes, sizes, and colors, so you have plenty of choices! Give them the right care, and these prickly plants will show you beautiful flowers. Varieties: Bishop's Cap, Euphorbia Cactus, Coral Cactus, Golden Barrel, Moon Cactus, Fairy Castle, Blue Columnar Cactus, Bunny Ears Cactus, Feather Cactus, Bishop's Cap, Lady Finger Cactus, and many more! Lighting: High light plants require full sunlight to assume their full potential. They need at least 6 hours of direct, bright light a day. The brightest spot in your home is the best place to put them. Irrigation: Low water plants only need watering once a week or once every two weeks. Allow the soil to dry completely before the next watering. Humidity: Cacti don't require added humidity. They prefer a dry environment. Fertilizer: Once a month during spring and summer. Use a balanced fertilizer and follow package recommendations. Previous Next

< Back Curcuma Plant Care Tips & Tricks Curcuma is a tropical plant belonging to the ginger family, though it’s not edible. It has lengthy stems, adorned with lance-shaped foliage and elegant summer blooms in shades of pinkish-purple. Lighting: This plant requires a lot of bright, indirect sunlight to produce maximum blooms; however, avoid direct sun as it can burn the foliage. Irrigation: Keep the soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged. Water thoroughly when the top inch of soil feels dry. You can reduce watering in Fall and Winter. Humidity: This will appreciate extra humidity when it is in bloom. Consider using a pebble tray, humidifier, or occasional misting. Previous Next

< Back Waffle Plant Plant Care Tips & Tricks The waffle plant makes a great addition to your tropical indoor jungle. Whether you place it on a tabletop, desk, or bedside table, this stunning houseplant with purple-hued foliage will bring a pop of colour to any room or office. Look closely at the leaves, and you’ll see the waffle-like texture that makes it even more appealing. Varieties: Purple Waffle, Snow White Waffle Lighting: These plants enjoy bright, indirect sunlight. Irrigation: Allow the soil to slightly dry between thorough irrigations. Water until liquid runs from drainage holes at the bottom of the pot and discard excess water. Do not allow your plant to sit in standing water as it will lead to root rot. Humidity: Waffle plants will adapt to average household humidity. Fertilizer: Feed once a month during the summer using a balanced fertilizer. Follow package recommendations. Previous Next

< Back Nephthytis Plant Care Tips & Tricks Also known as Arrowhead Plant, this naturally bushy tropical is an indoor favourite because of its broad leaves and easy-going nature. As it grows and matures it starts to vine, giving you the option to prune it and keep its original bushy shape or allow the vines to grow trail. Varieties: Strawberry Cream, Butterfly, Milk Confetti, Batik Lighting: Nepthytis prefer indirect bright light. Avoid direct sun which is likely to cause sunburnt foliage. Irrigation: Allow the soil to slightly dry between thorough irrigations. Water until liquid runs from drainage holes at the bottom of the pot and discard excess water. Do not allow your plant to sit in standing water as it will lead to root rot. Humidity: Nepthytis can adapt to average household humidity but will flourish in an environment with more moisture. You can add humidity around your plant by placing it on a pebble tray, using a humidifier, or misting it occasionally. Fertilizer: Use a balanced fertilizer during the Spring and Summer. Follow package instructions. Previous Next

We like to help our guests feel successful after they take home their plants. Read through some of our care tips for our commonly stocked and homegrown plant varieties. Plant Care Guides When you purchase a plant from Colasanti’s, we want to make sure you have all the care instructions covered. If you have children or pets, be sure to research which plants are the safe to keep in reach. Plant Care Guides Next Plant Care Articles Next

Master Gardener Barb will be on-site for a variety of plant talks and workshops. Bring your questions because you will be able to receive help! S.P.A.R.C R/c Racing schedule Come watch this club race 1/10th and 1/8th scale trucks, buggies, short course trucks, and truggies around an outdoor course, located on the east side of Colasanti's. The club is a registered non-profit corporation operated by volunteers, and has been operating for over 20 years. Find the SPARC R/C Racing Community at the track in Colasanti's back field on the following days: May 2026 May 1 SPARC RC - Test N Tune May 2 – May 3 SPARC RC - Spring Dust Off Trophy Race May 9 SPARC RC - Club Race #1 May 24 SPARC RC - Sunday Series Race #1 May 31 SPARC RC - Sunday Series Race #2 June 2026 June 12 SPARC RC - Club Race #2 June 13 SPARC RC - Club Race #3 June 14 SPARC RC - King of Dirt 1/8 e-Buggy Race July 2026 July 3 SPARC RC - Test N Tune July 4 – July 5 SPARC RC - Colasanti’s Classic July 12 SPARC RC - Sunday Series #3 July 24 SPARC RC - Club Race #4 July 25 SPARC RC - Club Race #5 July 26 SPARC RC - Sunday Series #4 August 2026 August 9 SPARC RC - Sunday Series #5 August 22 – August 23 SPARC RC - Summer Sizzler Charity Race September 2026 September 11 – September 12 SPARC RC - 1/10 Shootout Trophy Race September 13 SPARC RC - Sunday Series #6 September 19 SPARC RC - Club Race #6 September 19 SPARC RC - SWAP MEET Please direct all questions & inquiries to SPARC RC Racing: sparcracingclub@gmail.com

Wear your costume and enjoy some indoor fun! Colasanti's Halloween boo bash Join us for an indoor Halloween Boo Bash on Friday, October 31, 2025. Embrace the spooky season with a morning of family friendly activities and win some candy treats! Boo Bash Ticket $8.00+tax Includes: Decorate a Colasanti Donut with icing and sprinkles. Halloween Garden Centre Scavenger Hunt. Win a candy treat! Hedgemaze Pumpkin Hunt. Win a candy treat! Two Free Animal Area Admission Tickets. (Tickets are valid for one child and one adult animal area admisison) Buy Your Ticket > Package Details Donut Station Available from 10am to 12pm Use icing bottles to decorate a Colasanti donut. Indoor Animal Area, 10am to 5pm Outdoor Activity Spaces, 10am-4:45pm Visit our animal friends in the indoor & outdoor animal spaces, pet one of our goat friends in the goat petting farm barn, take a spin on the pedal bikes, dig for some dino bones in the sandbox and climb your way through our outdoor playground. Halloween Garden Centre Scavenger Hunt Available from 10am to 12pm Explore Colasanti's Garden Centre in search of paper cut-out Halloween characters. Each time you locate one of our hidden friends, mark them down on your scavenger hunt sheet. Hand in your completed sheet to receive a candy treat! Arcade Open from 10am to 5pm Early bird token special: Buy 45 tokens for $10 at our Arcade Cashier Station between 10am-12pm. Exclusively available during the Boo Bash and at our cashier stations. Not available at token machines. Hedge maze Pumpkin Hunt Available from 10am to 12pm Head into our hedgemaze and see how many pumpkins you can find. We will use the pumpkins to help guide you to the exit. Let us know how many pumpkins you found to receive a candy treat! Breakfast is served from 9am-11am. Kiddie Meals are available from 9am to 6pm SPECIAL NOTES: In order to prepare for your arrival "pre-registration is required" for this activity. Register online before 9am on October 31, 2025. We are unable to accept walk-ins. You do not have to print your tickets. We will have your information on file. Tickets are non-refundable. No exchanges or substitutions. Parental supervision is required. The free child and adult animal area voucher included in your ticket is a gift, valid on the event date (October 31st). There is no cash value, exchanges or substitutions on this free offer.