Gardening Articles

Houseplants have the ability to brighten up any room, but harsh Winter conditions can cast a dark shadow on houseplant health. The effects of dry air, cold temperatures, shorter days, and lower light levels will all take their toll on even the most robust and easiest to care for plants….

The weather outside is frightful, but winter meals containing fresh herbs are so delightful! Gardeners know that there is simply no comparison between store bought produce and food plucked straight from the garden. Homegrown fruits, vegetables, and herbs are simply more flavorful and nutritious when picked at their peak of…

Are you ready to add new trees to your landscape? You don’t need to hire professionals to do the planting when you learn the basics of doing it the right way yourself. Selecting a Tree There are many things to consider when selecting a new tree for your landscape. Among…

As the season changes from Fall to Winter, so will the amount of effort that you put forth in keeping your lawn happy and healthy. By the time that colder weather arrives, cool-season turf will be green and lush while warm-season turf will be brown and dormant. Here’s what you…

There are so many reasons to add a new tree to your landscape this Fall that it’s hard to find a reason not to. Just think about it. Trees will… Beautify the Environment Trees add texture and color to the landscape. They soften the harsh lines of buildings and driveways,…

Fall is an exciting time of year in the landscape! The air is crisp and cool, and the colors of nature change from the hot tropical hues of Summer to the anticipated and cherished jewel tones of Autumn.  It’s now time to transition our tired Summer garden pots, planters, and…

Spring blooming bulbs: not only do they provide beauty and color when it is particularly missed and best appreciated, but did you know, about 30 percent of the food we eat depends on the pollination of bees? If we are negligent in protecting our pollinators, our landscapes, gardens, and diets…

We love blue flowers! Who doesn’t? Have you ever wondered why? It might just be because true blue flowers are a real rarity in the plant world. Horticulturists and gardeners alike, frequently refer to purple flowers as ‘blue’ but, as we all know, purple is not really what we are…

Although composting can begin any time of the year, fall is an excellent time to begin with all of the fallen leaves!  Getting started is fairly simple if you keep in mind the following… Smaller particles break down faster.  Shredding garden wastes will help speed up the process. Turning helps…

Fertilizers can’t do the whole job of keeping your lawn healthy and beautiful because they can’t raise the pH of acidic soil. Poor lawns are often the result of acidic soil. Lime is an excellent way to correct low soil pH. Fall is the best time for liming your lawn…