Snapdragons Snapdragons seem to be the best-kept secret for winter gardens. We say this because not many winter gardens have these beautiful, dainty little flowers. So, we had to shed some light on this well-kept secret. Traditionally, snapdragons are considered short-lived tender perennials but have evolved with breeders producing many variations over the years. Snapdragons … More SNAPDRAGONS
QUESTION FROM READER: What plants do you recommend for the fall and winter seasons? GL365 RESPONSE: Dear Reader, We like getting the most bang for our buck when selecting plants. That’s why we start with a foundation of hardy perennial plants and work in other plants from there. With that said, we recommend plants that … More QUESTIONS FROM READERS (February Edition)
As a reminder from our 2022 announcements, we will highlight different flowers on the first Tuesday of each month. Each post will review flowers that are plantable during the current season. So, look out for our posts over the next couple of months showcasing cool-season flowers! Pansies! We couldn’t think of a better flower to … More PANSIES
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QUESTION FROM READER: “I over-seed my grass every year with a quality fescue seed. For years, I’ve maintained a beautiful lush green lawn. Recently, I noticed the heat and humidity are causing brown patches and thought it might be the seed I’m using. So, this year I had a lawn company aerate and over-seed with … More QUESTIONS FROM READERS (December Edition)
Fall is coming to an end, and winter is quickly approaching. If your climate permits, we recommend a final fall clean-up since most of your fall projects, like seeding and planting, should be complete. Keep in mind, different regions experience seasonal weather changes at varying times. So, be mindful of the conditions in your area … More FINAL FALL CLEAN UP
In our post, To Rake or Not to Rake, we discussed whether leaf removal was necessary and the different methods you could use. But once you’ve removed leaves from your lawn and collected them in a pile, what should you do with them? Well, there are several options. As mentioned in our previous post, using a … More 3 WAYS TO DISPOSE OF FALLEN LEAVES
To rake or not to rake? Is that really the question? Today, there are varying opinions on leaf removal methods and whether raking is the solution. But the larger discussion is whether to remove leaves at all. Some believe that removing leaves is an environmental issue, from the problems caused in landfills to disrupting the … More TO RAKE OR NOT TO RAKE?
Now that we’ve discussed the different types of grasses in an earlier post, how do you decide which one is right for you? The first two things to consider are climate and light. You must understand the weather conditions in your area and the type of light the grass will be exposed to. Do you have warm … More HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT GRASS SEED FOR YOUR LAWN