It’s that time again. The nights are getting cooler. There’s a fall feel in the air here in the Miami Valley. And now is the perfect time to get ready to plant your autumn garden. You want to plant things when the timing is just right. So now that the hot days of summer are …
Perennials are the most economical way to keep your garden stocked year-after-year. Some of your favorite perennials will likely already be in the ground, but today we are going to review some handy techniques to keep your perennials alive in pots during the colder months so that you have beautiful, early-blooming plants next spring. Whether …
It seems as if every April and may we get many phone calls from excited new gardeners wanting to add vibrant colors to their landscape. “Do you have tulips? Can I come in and get daffodils?” Folks, we’re gonna let you in on a big secret. Plant your fall bulbs for spring color now so …
Mums are the show-stoppers of fall – the quintessential autumn blooms that give your garden or doorstep bursts of vibrant reds, oranges and yellows. Mums are right up there with pumpkins for fall decor, and we want to give you some care tips over our next few blog posts to keep your chrysanthemums flourishing for …
If you begin to notice damage to your trees, then take a closer look. Upon closer inspection you may discover that what you thought were pinecones are actually the cocoon-like sacks of the bagworm. Bagworms can damage and kill your trees, so it’s important to know the bagworm’s life cycle so that you can prevent …
It’s already time to start thinking about fall planting! Two of our favorite – and easiest – fall vegetables to plant in the garden are garlic and shallots. A part of the onion family, both garlic and it’s gourmet counterpart, the shallot, are a flavorful addition to most every recipe. And that fragrance wafting from …
Just because it’s winter or fall doesn’t mean you can’t walk outside and see color in your garden! All it takes is a little planning, and you’ll be able to enjoy your vibrant landscape all year ‘round. There are plenty of options to choose from – from perennials to annuals – for every growing season, …
One of the most notable nemeses of a summer garden is the dastardly Japanese beetle – an unwanted pest since they snuck their way into the US in the 1900s. These beautiful, dangerous menaces can destroy a garden in no time if left unheeded. There’s no perfect way to deal with these villains, but we …
Summer is vacation season, and if you’re leaving home for more than a few days, you’ll probably need to ask someone to water your garden and containers. When I’m away, my instructions for which plants need to be watered and how much and how often to water them, is usually at least two pages long. Even with that, I can come home to plants …
Gardeners seem to be split on hydrangeas: some gardeners say they’re easy, and others say they’re a bit fussy. But all gardeners want the big, puffy blooms that make it feel like it’s really summer. Here are some common questions people ask us about hydrangeas. Why are my hydrangeas wilting in the afternoons? All hydrangeas …
