I am often asked why my guests aren't eaten alive in my garden. I have an easy method of keeping my guests, family, pets and myself comfortable! Starting the 1st of April I apply monthly applications of Cedarcide Granules to my…
Avocado trees are in stock now! We’re very happy to introduce ‘Joey,’ ‘Lila,’ and ‘Poncho.’ All are variants of the Mexican Avocado, with fruits about 6 to 8 ounces in size. Mature trees are 15’ to 20’ tall and as…
When Foxgloves are blooming in the garden center, there isn't a person that passes by who doesn't stop and ask about it. It is definitetly one of the most impressive blooms in spring. They brighten lightly shaded areas of the…
Well, I could say "EVERYTHING!". But, I'll narrow it down for you. Japanese Maples. Every home lucky enough to have some shade should have at least one Japanese Maple. Feed with Espoma Holly-tone and it'll offer gorgeous color spring, summer…
Looking for unique, pretty cut flowers from your own garden? Or perhaps you want to add a bit of extra color during the warmer months? Planting summer-flowering bulbs right now will offer color, texture, beauty and lots of conversation about your…
Japanese maples are magnificent small trees to help create your zen garden along with water features, Buddha statues and shaded sitting areas. Japanese maples are slow growing, have many different growth habits, a huge variety of leaf shapes, and…
Originally published February 2011. So many of us have large shade trees, and are looking for just the right understory tree or shrub for a wooded area or shaded courtyard. One excellent choice is Witch Hazel (Hamamelis spp). A tall…
In stock now! Hydrangeas are so lovely in the shaded garden. They provide showy, elegant flowers in late spring through midsummer above glossy green foliage. The seasons bring golden leaves in autumn, and reveal peeling shaggy bark when dormant in…
We realize that the cold wintry weather we've experienced as of late may have folks gun shy about planting right now. But, this is a great time to get lots of cool season color, vegetables and fruit trees planted. It's…
Merry Christmas everyone! Just a heads up that we have some beautiful cool season vegetable and herb transplants right now. Swiss chard, mustard greens, collard greens, cabbage, cauliflower, dill and cilantro are just some edibles you can plant right now…
