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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...

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...

Efficient Watering | Tip of the Week

July 07, 2023
  Cycle and Soak   As temperatures rise, you may be tempted to run your sprinkler longer. But resist that temptation, and instead practice cycle-and-soak...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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?  ...