While the poinsettia remains the most popular of the holiday plants, a healthy Christmas cactus in full bloom is a great gift idea for that special gardener. They are easy to care for and can be grown indoors throughout the year. The flowers range in color from yellow, salmon, pink, fuchsia and white or combinations of those colors. Common name~ Christmas Cactus Scientific name~ Schlumbergera bridesii Origin~ A group of epiphytic cacti...

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TIPS & TRICKS This fall, think spring. Article courtesy of DigDropDone.com 20 September 2016 Planting spring bulbs in the fall. Cold weather calls for layers. And so does a bountiful container. Layering Bulbs –   Add a layer of soil to your pot. –  The first layer of bulbs to plant will be those that flower last and grow tallest – such as tulips. –  Once these are in place, add roughly 1 ¼ inches (3cm) of...

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TIPS & TRICKS Here are some of the things to do this month: In September the weather starts to moderate a little and with the cooler temperatures comes a renewed desire to get out in the garden. Here are some of the things to do this month: Must Do 1. Bring summer vacationing houseplants back indoors before night temperatures fall below 55 degrees. Check carefully for hitchhiking pests and disease before putting them near other houseplants....

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TIPS & TRICKS Fall is when you need to get your lawn in order Jason French, Greenhouse Manager 6 September 2016 September is here. Not only do we transition our beds and containers to fall, now is the time to get our lawns back in shape. A lot of the fescue lawns were stressed and damaged by the hot, dry summer. The most common way to quickly improve a lawn is with some seeding. If your lawn is mostly full but has thinned over seeding...

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PLANT OF THE MONTH Chrysanthemums! Mums, one of the iconic symbols of fall.  They look amazing in your outdoor decor, come in beautiful colors, and will return year after year.  Here’s some tips on how to maximize your mum fun! Growing and Maintaining Your Chrysanthemums Garden mums provide a tremendous splash of fall color. The name “chrysanthemum” is derived from the Greek chrysos (gold) and...

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The Beautiful Aster “You can find an aster for almost any garden and they have many uses, such as in borders, rock gardens, or wildflower gardens. ” Asters are daisy-like perennials with starry-shaped flower heads. They bring a delightful purple color to the garden in late summer and autumn when many of your other summer blooms may be fading. The plant’s height ranges from 8 inches to 8 feet, depending on the type. You can...

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