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Repotting or Potting Up
It's time to take a good look at any plants that stay in container pots outdoors year-round. If they've been in those pots for two years or more, it's time to either repot with fresh soil or pot up- meaning they have outgrown their current pot and need a larger one. For repotting (not needing a new, larger pot): Regular potting soil tends to be too lightweight for outdoor shrubs in pots. Consider using a high-quality potting soil (Fox Farm's potting soils are great and we of
Rebekah
Jun 3, 20241 min read


An Easy Tip that Helps Your Deciduous Trees Grow
Deciduous trees are prone to suckers, which means (as our photo below shows) that your tree has put forth the effort to produce a new branch or stem, but it's near the base of the tree and is not needed there. Suckers happen on most deciduous trees, especially Crape Myrtles, Dogwoods, Japanese Maples, and younger trees in general. Prune those low-growing stems or branches as soon as you notice them (if you don't want them there, of course) because they "suck" the energy that
Rebekah
May 30, 20241 min read


6 of Our Best Tips to Grow Irises
Our 6 best tips to grow Irises: 🌿Irises are best planted in spring or summer, long before winter cold sets in. 🌿Don't plant them too deep- their rhizomes should peek out above the soil and never be completely covered. 🌿Plant in full sun in well-draining soil. Some light afternoon shade is fine, also. 🌿Don't skimp- plant in a mass-planting/ grouping for the prettiest look!! 🌿After they bloom, cut their stems (not foliage) down to the ground. 🌿This perennial needs its fol
Rebekah
Apr 24, 20241 min read


Prevent Bagworms on Your Evergreens
In our video today, Lynn is sharing how to help prevent the dreaded bagworm from infesting your evergreens. The product we're sharing today is by Bonide, and it is a Systemic Insect Control. We offer it here at the nursery and can answer any questions you have.
Rebekah
Apr 23, 20241 min read


Winter Garden Interest
Now is the perfect time to begin researching plants you'd like to add to your gardening beds in the coming months. And we have the perfect tool to help you with that! Our Plant Finder feature on our website allows you to search for plants perfect for your landscape. By utilizing this tool, you can search for specific plants from the comfort of your sofa, create a wish list, and bring it into the nursery (please note that we may not always have every item in stock on your wis
Rebekah
Feb 7, 20242 min read


Late-Fall Shrub Gardening To-dos
There are a few simple things to do to show your shrubs some extra love as we head into winter! Many of these easy tasks can be beneficial for other plants also. Deadhead spent blooms. Plants with large blooms, such as Hydrangeas, should be deadheaded before winter. The reason to do so is because snow and ice can weigh down the stems of these shrubs, damaging the plant. This is not the time to heavily prune shrubs, however. Just snip the dead blooms off. Apply fresh mulch if
Rebekah
Dec 13, 20232 min read


Landscape Tips for Front Gardening Beds
The front of your home is the first impression someone has of your home. Landscaping can further enhance the look of your home. Thoughtful landscaping can accentuate brick or siding colors and can draw your eye to the front door. With a little pre-planning, forethought, and knowledge, you can have a front landscape that wows and beautifully adds curb appeal. Before purchasing plants, learn what kind of sunlight your front yard receives. Full sun is 6+ hours of sunlight each d
Rebekah
Oct 20, 20233 min read


14 Shrubs that Offer Brilliant Fall Interest
Autumn has arrived and, oh, how we love the beautiful foliage it brings! While many of us think of fall foliage in terms of trees, there are many shrubs that offer gorgeous foliage in fall, too. Many of these offer berries. Have you considered adding a few of these beauties to your gardening beds? Above photo: Barberry Azalea : both deciduous and Encores. Deciduous Azaleas provide the colors of fall we all love, while Encore Azaleas are evergreen yet bloom in spring AND in fa
Rebekah
Oct 2, 20233 min read


How and When to Plant Spring-Blooming Bulbs
Spring beauty starts this autumn! By spending just a little time planting bulbs this fall, you're setting the stage for a glorious gift this spring! Spring bulbs are a delight to all who see them. There are many types of bulbs on the market but they are not all created the same. Typically, the larger the bulb, the bigger and more numerous the flowers that will grow from it. Bulbs sold individually, generally speaking, are larger and many times higher quality than those sold
Rebekah
Sep 21, 20232 min read

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