Even in cooler weather, lawn grasses are still growing, photosynthesizing and developing roots. A little extra love each fall helps your lawn to be healthy, lush and resilient. -Continue to water your lawn to supplement natural rainfall. -Mow your lawn slightly shorter than normal. Less top growth means less dead or moldy grass to rake […]
Recipes from a Garden: Garden Tomato Caprese Salad After a summer of toil, a gardener's great reward are THE best tomatoes in the world. We love this method as one of the best and easiest ways to highlight your homegrown tomatoes! -4 large tomatoes -1 pound fresh mozzarella - 6-8 fresh basil leaves, torn or […]
Between cold, snow, wind, hail and heat, it’s been an extra tough season for trees. Help your trees stay healthy with some routine care this month: Water: We’re often asked how much water to give a tree in a week. Soils, tree species, size and maturity will affect water requirements, but one rule of thumb […]
Both raspberries and rhubarb thrive in the Tetons. This pairing is a delicious way to showcase these seasonal delights. Serve plain, with vanilla ice cream or freshly whipped cream. Filling: 4 cups rhubarb, chopped 2 cups raspberries ½ cup sugar 2 tablespoons flour Topping: ¾ cup rolled oats ¾ cup brown sugar ½ cup flour […]
Summers are precious here in the Tetons. Although we welcome the sunny days, sometimes the direct sun is just too hot to enjoy our outdoor spaces comfortably. With a few alterations to our outdoor spaces, we can create shade and enjoy summer comfortably. Shade Cloth is a woven fabric ideal for cooling off greenhouses or […]
Although mosquitos are harmless to plants, they can be harmful to people and put a damper on outdoor living fun. You can help repel and reduce mosquito numbers around your home, making your time outdoors more enjoyable with these 5 strategies: 1) Drain water: Standing water is perfect mosquito breeding habitat. It only takes 6-10 […]
Growing your own food is so satisfying, but the terminology associated with it can get confusing. Here's a brief look at some common terms and what they mean: TOMATOES Determinate: These tomatoes are more compact and bear fruit that will ripen all at the same time. Good for small spaces and people who like to […]
Simple Garden Salad Salad greens are so easy to grow and a great choice for beginning gardeners. There are countless varieties to choose from including seed mixes and single varieties. Homegrown greens save money, packaging and have amazing flavor. For best results, follow directions on the seed package. Water lightly and continue to keep seed […]
The flowers you purchase from our greenhouse are used to a warm and humid environment and receive routine care. For success beyond our care, follow these simple steps for beautiful blooms all summer long: Note: this guide refers to flowering annuals and hanging baskets. • Be careful not to cook new plants in your car. […]
Routine applications of fertilizer promote healthy growth in lawns, trees, shrubs, veggie gardens and flower beds. A stop at our garden center reveals many choices and brands of fertilizers. Why so many choices, what do they all do? Here are some fertilizer basics and guidelines to help make an informed choice. What’s in Fertilizer? Three […]
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