All plants need water, but how much? How often? What time during the day? Don’t worry! We’re here to help answer those questions. General Tips Water in the mornings to avoid water loss due to evaporation. Watering at this time helps plants deal with the heat of the sun throughout the day. Watering less often […]
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Ornamental Grasses are HOT, as people recognize their beauty in the landscape. Most ornamental grasses are very tolerant of heat and drought and will grow in areas where other plants fail. Sun and Soil Best planted in a good, well-drained soil Most varieties prefer full sun A few will grow well in partial shade
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Have you ever walked into the garden center and been instantly taken aback by the beautiful blooms and sweet fragrance of the rose display? The problem is you don’t know which one is the best for you to plant. Then you read the tag and become even more confused. Hybrid Tea…Floribunda…Miniature… Climbing… Shrub…what does it all mean? How
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Roses can bring you many years of beautiful blooms with a little care and maintenance. Planting: Prefer sunny, open space Dig a hole that is large and deep enough for the soil/root ball Roses should be planted at the same depth as they are in the pot Backfill with the existing soil, mixed with part
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Ever stop to think what plants go through when you take them out of their pot and plant them in the ground or different container? Well, it isn’t as easy on them as you might think. Transplant Shock For starters the plant goes through a lot of stress when it is first planted. Think of how
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With so many great benefits and uses for fresh herbs, we would run out of room fast to try and list them all here. Instead, we have narrowed it down to our most popular herbs and why you should be growing them for yourself. Check out our video for more info on planting your herb container
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Getting Started SITE – Choose a location that will get as much sunlight as possible. Six or more hours of direct sun is needed for ideal growing. SOIL – Soil is critical and should not be overlooked. If planting in the ground, take the time and invest in resources to improve the existing soil quality. Adding organic matter
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A good tomato is hard to forget. You know you’ve hit the jackpot in that first, juicy bite. All tomatoes have the potential to be great and some extra attention now will pay off big time come harvest. Set the stage for a stellar performance by this year’s crops with these tips. Choosing Your
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Protecting Your Orchard Year Round Keeping your fruit trees healthy and productive requires a consistent spray routine to manage pests and diseases. The right fruit tree spray at the right time can make all the difference. Our comprehensive guide will help you understand when and how to spray your fruit trees for optimal results.
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Weed control in lawns is one of the most common yet misunderstood, aspects of maintaining a lawn One day your yard is lush and green and the next, it’s being taken over by clover and ivy. What can you do? Here are a few tips based on the most common questions we get from customers.
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