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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

Turf needs year-round care | Tip of the Week

January 13, 2023
Your lawn does not actually die each winter; it goes dormant. Dormant grass needs care too, especially in periods where there is lack of precipitation. Turf needs...

Categories: Maintenance

Tune Up Your Tools | Tip of the Week

January 06, 2023
A little effort now will make work easier when spring arrives.    Lubricate your shears, pruners, or other cutting. Sand or replace wooden handles. Go...

Categories: Maintenance

How green do you decorate?

December 16, 2022
It's traditional to deck the halls during the holidays with greenery dressed up with bows and lights.     Artificial or natural tree?  ...

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

Safe Holiday Decor

December 02, 2022
Live plants are a beautiful addition to your holiday décor. Wreaths of evergreen, eucalyptus, or herbs add a touch of nature and fragrance to your home, and the scent of a fresh...

Categories: Holiday Lighting & Decor

Lawn Care Tips for Snow | Tip of the Week

November 18, 2022
It is that time of the year again when the snow has arrived. You might be enjoying the recent snowfall by cuddling up next to a fire with some hot coco, or getting outside and...

Categories: Maintenance, Lawn & Garden Care