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More Color for Fall

This time of year, it's easy to get jealous of New England. Autumn in that part of the country looks--at least according to the pages of magazines like Country--like a kaleidoscope of color. And to be honest, compared to the soggy browns many of us are used to seeing around our neighborhoods in fall, it is. But it doesn't have to be that way. With a little planning you can [...]

2023-05-25T04:13:44+00:00September 22nd, 2011|Uncategorized|0 Comments

A Splash of Color for Autumn

Burning Bush fall colorMidway through last month, I told my California-native wife, “I’m sorry, but we’re just not going to get much summer this year.” Thankfully, I was wrong! As we enjoy this beautiful late summer, you’ve probably already started to notice a few changes in the season hinting that autumn isn’t too far off. From heavy morning dew to a smattering of gold and orange on maple trees, fall [...]

2016-11-10T22:49:32+00:00September 17th, 2011|Uncategorized|0 Comments

Keep ‘Em Looking Nice

This time of year can be a challenge for gardeners no matter how passionate you may be about plants. Annuals are beautiful and can give you months of color if you treat them right, but by late August, you're just tired. Sound familiar? Here are a few simple tips to keep things looking nice and avoid the uphill battle it can sometimes feel like.First, make sure you're keeping up on [...]

2016-11-10T22:49:34+00:00August 17th, 2011|Uncategorized|0 Comments

Solving Common Garden Problems

I think it would be an understatement to say the weather this year has been strange. Of course, the cooler summer has been great for keeping lawns green. Unfortunately, it’s also given us our fair share of gardening problems to deal with. For starters, although you might have a nice green lawn, you may also be battling a fungus called “red thread.” Noted by pink-tinged brown patches in grass, [...]

2024-12-13T04:34:35+00:00August 17th, 2011|Disease Control, Fertilizer, Insect Control, Plant Care|0 Comments
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