Gardens

How to have a Sustainable Landscape | Tip of the Week

March 28, 2024
It's too early to start planting, but it's a good time to make a plan for a successful landscape this year. Recent snowfall was much-needed, but it has not eliminated drought in the...

Categories: Gardens, Lawn & Garden Care

Learn About New Plants | Tip of the Week

August 11, 2023
  Continue to learn about new plants - changing your landscape Flower breeding companies put in years of time and money...

Categories: Gardens, Pots & Planters, Lawn & Garden Care, Annuals & Perennials

Helping Plants Through a Heat Wave | Tip of the Week

July 14, 2023
    Helping Plants Through a Heat Wave and Saving Water at The Same Time   What is too hot? This will depend on the plants - Cool season plants...

Categories: Gardens, Pots & Planters, Irrigation

Tips and Tricks for a Successful Potted Garden | Tip Of The Week

April 14, 2023
When it comes to designing a beautiful outdoor living space, you can’t beat the versatility of container gardens. Potted plants and flowers add color and ambiance to outdoor...

Categories: Gardens, Pots & Planters, Lawn & Garden Care

Too Soon To Plant Perennials? | Tip of the Week

March 17, 2023
Unfortunately for all of us who want to get outdoors and start planting, it’s really too soon to plant perennials and to expect them to survive the recent snows and possible hard...

Categories: Gardens, DIY, Lawn & Garden Care, Annuals & Perennials

Children Benefit From Gardening | Tip of The Week

March 03, 2023
Children who grow their own vegetables are five times more likely to eat them, according to a 2015 study. Whether it’s at school or at home, gardening can benefit their health...

Categories: Gardens, DIY, Lawn & Garden Care, Trades

Now's The Perfect Time To Compost, Even With Some Snow | Tip of The Week

February 24, 2023
Why winter composting is  important. Compost needs time to mellow or break down. That’s why it works to put it down during the winter, even if it isn’t tilled into...

Categories: Gardens, DIY, Lawn & Garden Care

It's Not Too Soon To Buy Seeds | Tip of The Week

February 10, 2023
Yes, there’s plenty of snow on the ground, but it’s not too early to think about this year’s garden.  Seed catalogs were mailed long ago, and the online business...

Categories: Gardens, Lawn & Garden Care

Winter Plant Care | Tip of The Week

January 27, 2023
Plants are a great living gift to keep in your home during the winter months. Be sure to know how to adjust indoor plant care during the winter, and your houseplants will keep bringing you...

Categories: Snow, Gardens

The color of the Year | Tip of the Week

December 09, 2022
The color that can help shape the year ahead is  Viva Magenta . The global color authority reveals its Color of the Year every December. For 2023, the choice is a vibrant relative of the...

Categories: Gardens, Planning & Development, Annuals & Perennials

Garden Indoors This Winter | Tip of the Week

November 04, 2022
The backyard garden may be finished for the season, but you can keep your green thumb in shape with an indoor herb garden this fall and winter.   If you choose the right...

Categories: Gardens, Pots & Planters

Did You Plant Bulbs yet | Tip of the Week

October 28, 2022
If you haven’t planted bulbs yet for next spring, there may still be time. Planting now gives them time to develop roots before the ground freezes. It's an easy project if you...

Categories: Gardens, Maintenance, Lawn & Garden Care, Annuals & Perennials