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Fall Lawn care
Are you considering planting a new lawn or just filling in your existing one? You might have noticed some insect, heat, and fungal damage from the summer, leaving brown patches in your yard. Fall is the perfect time to seed and fill these sections because the soil is warm and nights are getting cooler, leaving a nice coating of morning dew.
Fall Store Highlights
Fall is here in the store! Are you as excited for autumn to be here as we are? Dig in and get a head start on decorating with eye-catching new items.
Refresh Your Hydrangeas
This has been an amazing Hydrangea year! Because they bloomed earlier than normal, it may seem like the flowers are passing faster. Continue reading for some Hydrangea dos and don’ts relevant to our current growing season.
Spray and Protect Your Plants
Are pesky voles and rabbits nibbling on your favorite herbs at flowers? Stay on top of the problem with repellents! Regular applications can effectively deter these animals and protect your garden. Keep your plants thriving with these popular repellent picks!
Connecticut Pollinators
Connecticut is home to a diverse range of pollinators, including bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and the lesser-known bunch… moths, flies, beetles, and wasps!
Easy Summer Lawn Care
Summer may be a fun time for us… but it can be harsh on your grass! High summer temperatures and humidity, aggressive weeds, and pests commonly cause a decline in lawn appearance and health this time of year.
Sunfinity Vs Traditional Sunflowers
It’s that time again when the famous cheery yellow blooms of Sunflowers begin popping up everywhere! These plants are a staple of early summertime and look amazing on the patio. Have you seen Sunfinity Sunflowers around and wondered what makes them different from the loved traditional sunflower?
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.