African Violets have garnered as reputation difficult to grow, but that couldn’t be farther from the truth. While they may be particular about their care needs, they’re not so different from the needs of other popular houseplants. These houseplants are loved for their beautiful flowers in different shades of pink, purple and white. They’re also […]
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Jun
Jun
It’s officially summertime, and it’s going to be a hot one! In the Garden Summer veggies, fruits, and herbs are getting ready to harvest! Check your veggies and herbs regularly! Many vegetable plants start ripening in July. Check them daily to make sure you get them before critters do. If you’re having trouble keeping squirrels, […]
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Jun
Jun
Lawn Care Soil temperatures should be high enough to seed or sod your warm-season lawn. If you’re planning to lay sod, click here for our sod guide. Before seeding or sodding with warm-season grass, check the pH and correct with Mag-I-Cal if needed. Kill off weeds with Weed Beater Ultra. Keep in mind that you need […]
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Mar
Mar
Rain gardens are a beautiful solution to the problem of water runoff as well as standing water. Planting a rain garden can also help prevent erosion and the pollution of local waterways. How do they work? A rain garden collects water from impermeable surfaces like roads, driveways, compacted soil and off of your roof. Plants […]
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Mar
Mar
When it comes to picking plants for your garden, one of the most important factors is how much light the area you want to plant receives. The three categories of light are: Full Sun (At least 6 hours of direct sun per day) Part Sun or Part Shade (4-6 hours of direct sun per day) […]