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Valentine’s Day Houseplants

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Posted on February 9, 2024

Make a statement this Valentine’s Day with a unique gift! Flower arrangements are beautiful, but how long do they last? It’s time to swap out those cut flowers for a […]

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JumpStart Your Garden: TIPS FOR WINTER SOWING

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Posted on January 19, 2024

Spring is going to be here in just a couple of months! JumpStart your garden by getting everything you need for seed starting, from soil to cell packs. Plus, Van […]

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PROTECT YOUR LANDSCAPE

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Posted on January 12, 2024

During the winter, hungry animals are looking for twigs and buds to eat off your favorite trees and shrubs. Animals aren’t the only threat though, rough wind and beaming sun […]

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Winter Gardening Tips

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Posted on January 5, 2024

What can you do to care for your plants during the winter? Even though many plants go into dormancy during the winter months, don’t forget about them! Here are some […]

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Keep Your Evergreens Looking Fresh

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Posted on December 7, 2023

The holiday season is here, which means decorating your home with lots of fresh greens including decorated Christmas trees, perfectly placed mantelpieces, fragrant evergreen garlands, and welcoming swags and wreaths […]

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Overwintering Advice

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Posted on October 13, 2023

Houseplants, Tropicals, Citrus, and Figs As the days get shorter, start thinking about what to do to overwinter your plants. While your plants have enjoyed being outside in the summer, […]

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Why Are My Evergreens YELLOWING?

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Posted on October 9, 2023

One of the most common questions we get here in the fall at Van Wilgen’s is, “Why are my pines turning yellow? Are they sick?” Thankfully, the answer is “no”. […]

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Van Wisdom: How Much and How Often to Water

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Posted on June 20, 2022

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 […]

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Thirsty Grass Seed

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Posted on September 1, 2017

Are thinking of planting a new lawn or just filling in your existing one? Don’t just think about it, do it! I am a huge fan of seeding, whether it […]

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Holiday Gift Ideas

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Posted on December 6, 2023

Christmas is getting closer and closer… do you have all of your holiday shopping done? If not, don’t stress! Here are some fun ideas you can grab during your stop […]

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Poinsettia Varieties & CARE TIPS

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Posted on December 5, 2023

Poinsettias are a Christmas staple and come in a diverse array of beautiful colors and sizes, many of them available here at Van Wilgen’s. With Christmas just around the corner, […]

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Christmas Tree Varieties

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Posted on November 30, 2023

O Christmas tree, o Christmas tree, what kind of Christmas tree is best for me? For many of us, putting up and decorating a Christmas tree is a staple of […]

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