Growing your own vegetables, fruits, and herbs is often thought of as a spring and summer activity. With permaculture, though, this year round activity is both sustainable and enjoyable! Permaculture is the word for “permanent agriculture”. Using this method is using the natural resources around you, like the sun and rain, to cultivate your growing …
Running around town looking for holiday gifts? With not much time left to shop, and the COVID-19 pandemic still prevalent, finding alternatives to the usual gift can be tricky. The turning of the seasons means a lot of change, both with the weather and chapters of your life. It can be difficult, especially now, to …
Winter is finally here, and with it comes moving a lot of plants indoors. At Stockslagers, we have a wide variety of indoor plants to make your home healthier and happier. Whether you’re a first time plant owner or a seasoned pro, learning to care for your plants correctly is the number one step to …
When the frost “nibbles at your nose” and the snow falls, it’s tempting to stay inside and leave your garden until spring. But after reading this article, you might be inspired to shovel even more snow into your garden… because of the many benefits that snow gives plants. Here’s a list of benefits that snow …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Written by Paige Vandiver Whether you are a novice or an expert gardener, growing your own herbs is fun, easy, and super rewarding! Designing and growing an herb garden is also a perfect project to keep you busy while you and your family are quarantining at home to stay safe and healthy while the coronavirus …
Written by Paige Vandiver Clematis are stunning perennial vines that produce vibrant, bountiful blooms that twist and meander up and around a support with their delicate leaf stems. They are easy to grow if you take care while planting them and pruning them according to their specific variety. Steps for planting clematis in Ohio (Garden …
