by Landsburg | Apr 13, 2017 | Articles
Gardening is a wonderful way to ground ourselves, to slow down and pull out of the fast-paced world we live in. So much of the world is focused on instant impact, instant gratification, that to have to wait for something to grow and ripen is a nice way to change...
by Landsburg | Apr 13, 2017 | Articles
According to Shelly, Store Mgr 1. Cut back all perennials after a hard frost. Remove all dead debris and put into your compost pile. 2. Divide and/or move perennials. 3. Plant spring blooming bulbs, including crocus, tulips and daffodils. 4. Wrap the trunks of...
by Landsburg | Apr 13, 2017 | Articles
My mailbox is filling up with all sorts of “Great Offers” from seed catalogs. Well, some are and some aren’t. Here are some tips to help you make an informed decision. 1. Be aware of zone! Hardy does not mean anything unless it says ‘zone...
by Landsburg | Apr 13, 2017 | Articles
Landscaping does more than benefit the environment and make your yard a special place to enjoy. It can also add to the resale value of your home. In fact, the Gallup Organization estimates that landscaping can add between 7% and 15% to a home’s value. There...
by Landsburg | Apr 13, 2017 | Articles
Always water your plants and your lawn in the morning. Feeding your plants in the morning gets them off to a good start and gives them the energy they need to get through the day, just as we need a healthy breakfast to start our day. In the evenings, plants wind down...
by Landsburg | Apr 13, 2017 | Articles
Want fewer troubles with your tomatoes? Consider these ten tips: 1. Choose the right location. Tomatoes need at least 6 hours of direct sunlight a day. Leave plenty of space between plants for good air circulation. Staking also helps. 2. Rotate Crops. Many disease...
by Landsburg | Apr 13, 2017 | Articles
Have you often wondered, when is the best time to prune your shrubs and evergreens? The questions we get asked most frequently are those having to do with when and how to prune shrubs and evergreens. Many gardeners are often apprehensive about doing any pruning for...
by Landsburg | Apr 13, 2017 | Articles
1. Pay Attention to Soil Preparation. Do not skimp. Many beginning gardeners learn this the hard way. Don’t bring your plants home until your soil is ready to plant. If you buy plants on impulse before the garden is ready, you’ll either succumb to the...
by Landsburg | Apr 13, 2017 | Articles
Moles and voles are rodents that live underground and are very rarely seen except for the damage that they do. They feed on grubs, earthworms and other insects and also the roots of plants. All of this causes damage to the lawn by severing roots and raising sod...
by Landsburg | Apr 13, 2017 | Articles
By amending the soil in your garden, you can improve basic soil structure and, as a result, improve other characteristics of your garden soil. A soil amendment is a material that primarily improves the soil physically, as opposed to chemically. Soil amendments...
