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Down to Earth Living Shares Expert Tips to Keep Poinsettias Merry and Bright

Published

9 months ago

November 13, 2025

Poinsettias are the signature plant of the holiday season, adding instant cheer with their red, pink, or white bracts. To keep them looking festive, Down to Earth Living in Pomona offers simple care tips.

Light: Place poinsettias near a sunny window for about six hours of bright, indirect light each day.
Water: When the soil surface feels dry, water thoroughly and drain any excess. Avoid soggy roots.
Temperature: Keep them comfortable—between 65°F and 75°F—and away from drafts or heating vents.
Fertilizer: If you plan to keep your plant beyond the holidays, feed monthly with balanced fertilizer starting in late winter.

Common mistakes include overwatering, exposing plants to cold (below 50°F), and neglecting humidity, which can dull leaves or cause drop.

This season, Down to Earth Living features rare varieties such as Holly Points, Blush and Glitter, and Ice Punch—each offering unique color and texture.

While often rumored to be toxic, poinsettias are generally safe, according to Poison.org. Ingestion may cause only mild irritation. Still, the store recommends keeping them out of reach of children and pets.

Down to Earth Living, located on 12.5 acres in Pomona, draws customers from across Rockland and surrounding counties. Open 9 AM–5 PM daily, with extended hours until 7 PM starting November 19.
More at www.dteliving.com.

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The Mill at Sutter’s Airmont: Tuesday Wing Night Is Back

Published

2 weeks ago

August 12, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

The Mill at Sutter’s in Airmont is under new management and entering a new chapter following a full renovation of the historic location.

The property, which dates back to 1983, officially debuted under its new team in May 2026. The newly renovated restaurant is operating as a full-service sports bar, with an emphasis on food, drinks, live music and a late-night menu.

As part of the changes, The Mill at Sutter’s is bringing back Wing Night. Every Tuesday, customers can enjoy 75-cent wings all day, with a choice of sauces and a selection of cold drinks.

Wing Night is available every Tuesday from 12 p.m. to 10 p.m., dine-in only.

The restaurant is inviting the local community to visit the renovated space, check out the new management team and enjoy the weekly special as The Mill at Sutter’s continues its next chapter in Airmont.

With a history dating back more than four decades, a newly renovated space and plans for expanded food and entertainment options, The Mill at Sutter’s is looking to establish itself as a destination for dining, sports and nightlife in the local community.

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Expert Tips to Refresh Your Garden for the Rest of Summer

Published

3 weeks ago

August 2, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

After weeks of summer heat and frequent rain, many gardens across Rockland County, Bergen County and the Hudson Valley are beginning to show signs of stress. Fortunately, a few simple maintenance steps can help restore color and keep landscapes looking their best through late summer and into fall.

The gardening experts at Down to Earth Living Garden Center in Pomona recommend removing spent flowers to encourage new blooms, feeding flowering plants with a bloom booster fertilizer, and pruning spring-flowering shrubs that have already finished blooming.

For an instant burst of color, consider adding late-season favorites like Black-Eyed Susans, zinnias, hydrangeas and fresh hanging baskets. Gardeners are also encouraged to plant milkweed, an essential plant for monarch butterflies, and provide a shallow water source for birds, butterflies and bees during hot weather.

Containers and hanging baskets should be checked frequently, as they often require extra watering during periods of intense heat. If plants have reached the end of their flowering season, replacing them with fresh blooms can quickly brighten outdoor spaces.

With summer sales underway, it’s also a great time to update patios and backyards with discounted outdoor furniture, umbrellas, décor and statuary.

Down to Earth Living Garden Center also offers personalized gardening advice. Customers are encouraged to bring photos or inspiration for their outdoor spaces, and the center’s team can help select the right plants, containers and décor. The garden center’s expanded indoor plant showroom is open for the season, and free repotting is available with the purchase of any plant or pot.

Located at 1040 Route 45 in Pomona, N.Y. For more information, call 845-354-8500 or visit www.dteliving.com.