Thrips are a pest that many gardeners deal with every gardening season. We even had our own struggles with thrips this summer! Check out our Instagram post to see the damage we had and how we treated it! What are thrips? Thrips are tiny insects that are...
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Starting plants in your garden from seed and watching them grow is one of the most satisfying parts of gardening. However, planting seeds is not as easy as it looks, and can be something very frustrating for gardeners. Seeds require proper moisture, oxygen, and soil...
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As we get into summer’s final days you’re probably thinking about what plants you want for your fall garden or that last minute vacation you want to take. You don’t want to spend your last days of summer stressing about the health of your garden....
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Many states in the country are experiencing the hottest weeks of the summer which, in turn, often means high humidity. Elevated humidity levels allow for many garden diseases, like Powdery Mildew, to develop and thrive. Humidity can seriously deteriorate the health of your plants. A...
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If you’ve been looking for ways to control pests in your garden in a more environmentally way, you’ll see just about everywhere that you should be looking for products that contain Neem or botanical oils. What is Neem? Neem is a tree native to India, Azadirachta indica....
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Powdery mildew is a fungal disease that can affect a wide range of plants. It commonly affects lilac, azalea, tulip-tree, numerous perennials, and many other shrubs. It affects vegetables as well, including pea, okra, squash, and cucumber. Powdery mildew takes nutrients from the plant, weakening...
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We’ve all been there. From the green care professionals to the gardening enthusiasts to the average black-thumber desperately trying to hold onto the potted plant your kids gave you for Mother’s Day, we’ve all had the disheartening experience of coming home from a great vacation...
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Japanese beetle hatching season is coming soon and will be here before we know it. They typically start hatching around July 4th. They cause plant damage to forests, farms, flowers, ornamental trees, and shrubs. Keep reading to see our recommendations for this season. History The Japanese Beetle...
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When it comes to planting, having everything come out perfect is rare on the first try. One of the worst things that can happen is you putting in so much hard work only for your plant to not establish. Unfortunately, this is something that many...
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Container gardening is a fun and unique way to spice up your garden. It’s also a great way to add life to your deck, front porch, or other areas around your home! Containers make your garden easier to manage, require less watering, and create less...
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