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Van Wisdom: How Much and How Often to Water
Questions about watering? The biggest thing is knowing when and how much to water your plants. We’ve compiled some tips to help you know when and how to water during those hot summer months. SIGNS YOU NEED TO WATER: Wilting: One of the very simple to spot and most obvious ways to tell your plant […]
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Which Rose do I plant?
Types of roses Picking a rose plant is a matter of personal preference. Do you want fragrance, a climber, lots of blooms, a certain bloom size, or a compact plant? Here are the types of roses and their basic differences so you choose the type that fits your gardening plan: Climbers: Vigorous, sprawling rose plants that […]
Read MoreStop and smell the roses
Ways to extend your enjoyment Roses carry an air of elegance and romance. You might catch a whiff of an incredible fragrance or just a touch of luxury. Try one of these many ideas to extend your enjoyment inside the house! Drying Petals Collect petals from unsprayed plants. Avoid wilted or browned petals. Air […]
Read MorePerennial Flower Power
Summer is almost here and our perennials are blooming, attracting butterflies, bees and hummingbirds. Perennials bring beauty to our gardens for years at a time. All they ask for in return is proper care! Part of that care is cutting them back minimally once a year. This process rids perennials of their old foliage to […]
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Memorial Gardens
A memorial garden is a lasting way to commemorate the memory of a loved one.
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Edible Flowers
Edible Flowers… not only yummy, but they also make a great arrangement too Did you know that there are flowers that you can eat? Some flowers that are totally safe to eat may be growing in your garden now. Add some color and texture to your next meal! HIBISCUS Sweet and somewhat citrus taste, many […]
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Watering Different Types of Annuals
All plants need water, however annual flowers need extra care.
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Hummingbird favorites
There is nothing more magical than watching hummingbirds flutter around your deck while feeding on some beautiful flowers. Hummingbirds are attracted to bright colors and tubular flowers, as the tubular flowers tend to hold the most nectar. Here’s a list of some of our fluttery friends’ favorites. Annuals Black and blue salvia Cuphea/ Vermillionaire Lantana […]
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VanWisdom: How to get the most out of your tropical plants
Hints to help keep your plants happy and healthy all summer
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