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Beat the Summer Heat (How to keep plants alive during the hot summer months)

The heat of summer is back with a vengeance, which is why we went ahead and created a list of the best things that you can do to keep...

Grub Alert!

Grubs may seem like harmless little insects at first glance, but these tiny creatures can cause significant damage to your plants, lawns,...

Those Pesky Aphids!

We're still only just beginning Spring, and already our customers are telling us of their Aphid problems and inquiring how they can be...

Fall in Love With Your Yard this Autumn!

Quit the heat and build your dream yard this fall. Don’t let your gardening fun end with the summer. Fall is the perfect time to plant...

How to Sow Seeds Outdoors

Seeds that are very large or fast growing are commonly sown directly outdoors where they are to grow. Your seed packets give this...

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Pansies

Pansies are the colorful flowers with “faces.” A cool-weather favorite, pansies are great for both spring and fall gardens! Here’s how to...

Growing flowering plants from seed: Easier than you think!

Do you envision your garden to be a lush haven with an abundance of healthy plants and colorful flowers, with a constant show of hardy...

How to Attract Birds

Overview of the Four Requirements for Attracting Backyard Birds Wild birds require four things to be attracted to a backyard: food,...

Houseplants

Five Reasons to be Thankful for Houseplants While you’re counting your blessings and listing those things you’re grateful for this New...

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