Garden Tips

Creating A Good Looking Garden Without All the Upkeep

Creating A Good Looking Garden Without All the Upkeep

With a new survey showing that 77% of Americans garden, it comes as no surprise that gardening is a trending hobby for younger and older generations alike. However, when you lead a busy lifestyle, keeping a low maintenance garden that pleases the eye is a must for... Read more
Caring for Backyard Fruit Trees

Caring for Backyard Fruit Trees

Americans love planting trees – in fact, approximately 1.6 billion new trees are planted in the U.S. every year, with 5 million of them being grown by the general public. Growing your own little orchard of fruit trees is an excellent way to help improve your... Read more
2019 Year of the Snapdragon!

2019 Year of the Snapdragon!

Classic… Colorful… Distinctive. These are just a few words that describe the amazing splendor of the snapdragon. Recognized by the National Garden Bureau as the 2019 plant of the year, it’s not hard to see how this beautiful, fragrant flower has... Read more
Spring is just around the corner in the Tri-Cities!

Spring is just around the corner in the Tri-Cities!

It may not feel like it, but spring is on its way! Now is a great time to get your seeds planted for both your flower and vegetable gardens. Getting your seedlings started now will give you a head start on your garden planting. When the temperatures hover in the teens... Read more
Three tips for growing annuals.

Three tips for growing annuals.

Check Out These Great Tips For Growing Annuals 1. Planting and spacing: Plant transplants closely so they fill in quickly. Usually, the tag will say to plant 8 to 12 inches apart, so pick 8 inches for a great show of flowers more quickly. I actually take a ruler into... Read more
June Flower of the Month – Rose

June Flower of the Month – Rose

What’s in a Name: some say the genus name of Rosa is derived from the Celtic rhos or rhod (meaning red) others from a Roman beauty named Rhodanthe History: The most popular story of the rose’s origin centers around a beautiful Roman woman named Rhodanthe, who traveled... Read more