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05/08/2017

Blog Post: Selecting & Growing Homegrown Tomatoes - https://t.co/JWom3RJyGG

Tomatoes are the favorite vegetable for home growing. Over the past years, commercial growers have produced tomato varieties that valued shelf-life and unblemished prettiness over taste–and the result has been an almost tasteless tomato at your local stores. You can put taste back on top of the list...

05/02/2017

Blog Post: In the Merry Month of May - https://t.co/8YqyxpUlGu

May tends to be a busy month in the garden. The chance of frost dwindles, and spring showers should give way to slightly drier weather. Once your lawn has dried out a bit, it will be a good time to do any repairing to bare spots. Loosen the soil a bit, spread some seed, and …

05/02/2017

Blog Post: Controlling Squirrels - https://t.co/7gKKr7KR93

Squirrels are a very common nuisance animal and, as cute as they appear, can cause a number of different conflicts with homeowners. Grey squirrels and tree squirrels will steal fruit from fruit trees and food from bird feeders, while ground squirrels will eat all of your flowers, damage vegetables a...

04/25/2017

Blog Post: Garden Primers - How do I get sweeter fruit on my fruit trees? - https://t.co/QHZ5P3kr70

How do I get sweeter fruit on my fruit trees? Answer: First, fruit trees need a minimum of at least half a day of sunlight each day during the growing season. The more sun, the sweeter your fruit will be. If your trees are in a bad location, consider transplanting when they are dormant in …

04/25/2017

Blog Post: Classic Cold-Hardy Camellias - https://t.co/GMiNMlXYVy

Prized by gardeners for their beauty in the landscape and by flower collectors who proudly display their colorful blooms in elaborate crystal bowls, Camellia japonicas are enjoying renewed popularity across the world. Their classic-shaped flowers herald the spring, and each year new hybrid varieties...

04/17/2017

Blog Post: Garden Primers - What’s the best way to over-seed a lawn? - https://t.co/alG5C8XQ5I

04/17/2017

Blog Post: A Brief History of the Tomato - https://t.co/DiNAIvfNEo

Few of us can conceive of cooking (or eating) without the presence of tomatoes in our diet. In the US, the tomato is the summer vegetable (or fruit?) most often grown at home–and there are plenty of cultivars to grow. The U.S. Department of Agriculture claims there are 25,000 tomato varieties. But t...

04/10/2017

Blog Post: Getting Impatient with Impatiens? - https://t.co/Mnt3QyRqmY

We love impatiens as much as the next person, but the proliferation of downy mildew has taken much of the joy out of growing them. Signs that your plants are suffering from an infestation of downy mildew are: • Light green, yellowing or stippling of the leaves • The leaves curl down along the edges…

04/10/2017

Blog Post: Garden Primers - What does double digging the soil mean - https://t.co/IZyfad0V0U

What does “double digging” the soil mean? Answer: Double digging is an old garden technique of amending the soil in a flower or vegetable garden that is still as effective today as it was back in medieval Europe. But be forewarned: double digging is a lot of work. In fact, just thinking about it mak...

04/04/2017

Blog Post: Garden Primers - https://t.co/FmeAV6yMiv

Is rainwater really better than faucet water for my plants? Answer: Yes. Many municipal water systems put chlorine and other chemicals in the water. Chlorine is bad for soil bacteria, not to mention our air. Rainwater is oxygenated, un-chlorinated and warmer than tap water, qualities that make it a…

04/04/2017

Blog Post: Terrific Trailing Annuals - https://t.co/iwIWYdJFC9

When most people think of annuals they think about upright varieties for borders and containers. But when planning your annual garden, think about more than just upright plants. There are a number of wonderful trailing varieties that are perfect for providing a splash of color between shrubs, on a h...

06/15/2016

Espoma Organic Tree Tone Fruit & Shade Tree Food - Acer's Florist Garden Center... https://t.co/tm2Zy3NkBq

Bio-Tone For Organic Gardening Better Growth & Fruit All Natural, Long Lasting Ideal for F...