Wiley's Garden Center

Wiley's Garden Center The same Wiley’s Garden Center, just in a brand new location, store front, and a freshened up logo!

We are loaded up with plenty of fresh cantaloupe and corn. Cantaloupe are 3 for $12 and corn is $7/dozen while supplies ...
06/04/2026

We are loaded up with plenty of fresh cantaloupe and corn. Cantaloupe are 3 for $12 and corn is $7/dozen while supplies last!

THIRSTY THURSDAY: PLANT EDITIONThis heat has our remaining annuals and veggie plants drinking like crazy, so we’re marki...
06/04/2026

THIRSTY THURSDAY: PLANT EDITION

This heat has our remaining annuals and veggie plants drinking like crazy, so we’re marking them down and sending them home! Come help us clear the shelves and give these plants a spot in your garden! All annual and vegetable 4 packs, 4 inch, 6 inch, and gallons are 50% off! Flower hanging baskets and large planters are $10 off. While supplies last!

Lots of great produce at the garden center! Fresh cantaloupes, watermelon, tomatoes, grape tomatoes, corn, apples and m...
06/03/2026

Lots of great produce at the garden center! Fresh cantaloupes, watermelon, tomatoes, grape tomatoes, corn, apples and more!

It’s been a few weeks since we’ve talked about soil health, so here’s a quick recap before we continue the series. Good ...
05/31/2026

It’s been a few weeks since we’ve talked about soil health, so here’s a quick recap before we continue the series. Good soil is more than just “dirt” — it’s the foundation for healthy roots, better moisture control, and stronger plants. We’ve talked about how important it is to protect your soil, avoid leaving it bare, and build it up over time instead of only thinking about feeding the plant sitting in it. Whether you’re gardening in the ground, raised beds, or containers, healthier soil makes gardening easier and helps your plants handle stress better.

A lot of gardeners think about feeding their plants, but one of the best things you can do is feed the soil.

Healthy soil is not just there to hold the plant upright. It holds moisture, stores nutrients, supports roots, and provides a home for all the tiny organisms that help make nutrients available to your plants.

One of the easiest ways to build better soil is by adding organic matter over time.

That can come from compost, aged manure, leaf mold, mulch that slowly breaks down, or quality soil amendments mixed into your planting area.

Instead of thinking, “What can I add today to make this plant grow?” try thinking, “What can I add this season that will make this soil better next year too?”

Good soil improves gradually. Every time you add organic matter, protect the surface, avoid compaction, and keep the soil active, you’re building a better foundation for future plants.

At Wiley’s Garden Center, we carry soils and amendments that can help improve your garden beds, raised beds, and containers. Stop by and we’ll help you choose what makes sense for your space.

We’re continuing our growing guide series with green beans, another great choice for home gardens.Two popular types of g...
05/30/2026

We’re continuing our growing guide series with green beans, another great choice for home gardens.

Two popular types of green beans are bush beans and pole beans. Both can produce a nice harvest, but they grow a little differently.

Bush beans stay shorter and more compact. They don’t usually need a trellis, which makes them a great option for raised beds, garden rows, and smaller spaces. They also tend to produce a good harvest over a shorter window, so planting a few rounds a couple weeks apart can help extend your harvest.

Pole beans grow as vines and need something to climb, like a trellis, fence, cattle panel, or teepee. They take up less ground space and usually produce over a longer period as long as you keep them picked.

Beans can be planted directly in the garden once the soil is warm. They like full sun, loose soil, and consistent moisture, especially while flowering and forming pods.

A few quick bean tips:

Plant beans after the danger of frost has passed.

Don’t plant too early in cold, wet soil.

Pick often to keep the plants producing.

Harvest when pods are young and tender.

Grow bush beans for a compact, easy crop, or pole beans when you want to save ground space and harvest over a longer season.

Stop by Wiley’s Garden Center and we’ll help you pick out seeds and supplies for the space you’re planting.

We’re continuing our growing guide series with another garden favorite: zucchini and yellow squash.Two popular ways to g...
05/29/2026

We’re continuing our growing guide series with another garden favorite: zucchini and yellow squash.

Two popular ways to grow squash are letting the plant grow naturally along the ground or staking it and growing it more vertically. Both methods can work well, and the best choice often depends on how much garden space you have.

Growing squash on the ground is the traditional method. The plant spreads out naturally, helps shade the soil, and doesn’t require much extra setup. Just be sure to give each plant plenty of room and keep an eye out for pests and mildew as the leaves fill in.

Growing squash vertically with a sturdy stake can help save space, improve airflow, make harvesting easier, and keep fruit up off the ground. As the plant grows, gently tie the main stem to the stake and remove older lower leaves as needed to improve air movement.

Squash can also be grown in large grow bags, raised beds, or other containers, as long as the plant has enough soil, steady moisture, and plenty of sunlight. A larger container is best because squash plants grow fast and need consistent water.

A few quick squash tips:

Plant in full sun.

Give plants plenty of space.

Water consistently, especially once fruit starts forming.

Harvest zucchini and yellow squash while they’re still young and tender.

Check plants often — squash can go from “almost ready” to “baseball bat” pretty quickly.

Stop by Wiley’s Garden Center and we’ll help you pick out seeds, plants, soil, and supplies to grow squash in a way that fits your space.

We know we have a lot of experienced gardeners who follow our page, but we also know there are plenty of folks who are j...
05/29/2026

We know we have a lot of experienced gardeners who follow our page, but we also know there are plenty of folks who are just getting started or trying something new this year.

Over the next little bit, we’ll be sharing simple growing guides for some of the vegetable plants and seeds we carry here at Wiley’s Garden Center. These posts are meant to be helpful whether you’ve gardened for years or you’re planting your very first tomato, pepper, squash, bean, or herb.

We’re starting with one of the most popular garden plants: tomatoes.

Tomatoes are one of the most versatile plants you can grow. You don’t need a huge garden to grow a good tomato plant. They can be planted in the ground, raised beds, buckets, large pots, fabric grow bags, or just about any container that gives the roots enough room.

The big thing to remember is this: go with at least a 5-gallon container per tomato plant. Bigger is even better, especially for large slicing tomatoes, because more soil means more room for roots, better moisture control, and a stronger plant.

A few quick tomato tips:

Plant them in full sun.

Use rich, well-drained soil. If your garden soil is heavy, compacted, or doesn’t drain well, mix in good organic matter before planting. A quality soil amendment like FoxFarm Happy Frog can help loosen the soil, improve drainage, and give the roots a better place to grow.

Plant them deep — tomatoes can grow roots along the buried stem.

Keep moisture consistent to help prevent stress and cracking.

Use a cage, stake, or trellis early so the plant has support as it grows.

Whether you have a backyard garden, a patio, or just a sunny spot beside the house, tomatoes are a great place to start.

Stop by Wiley’s Garden Center and we’ll help you pick the right tomato variety and setup for your space.

City's Cafe & Brewery specials this week!
05/21/2026

City's Cafe & Brewery specials this week!

We received some fresh goodies today! Sweet corn, cantaloupe, strawberries, green beans, squash, SC peaches and more! ...
05/20/2026

We received some fresh goodies today! Sweet corn, cantaloupe, strawberries, green beans, squash, SC peaches and more! We are open 9-6 tomorrow, see you then!

Fresh produce delivery! Strawberries, bi-color corn, green onions, cantaloupe, watermelon, squash, green peppers and mo...
05/12/2026

Fresh produce delivery! Strawberries, bi-color corn, green onions, cantaloupe, watermelon, squash, green peppers and more! We will be open 9-6. See you tomorrow!

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