We get lots of people coming into the store asking why their plants aren’t blooming. If you have your own flowering issues, check the list below to see what the culprit might be. Insufficient Light Many flowering plants require a specific amount of light to bloom. If a plant
Do these things in February to help your fruit trees thrive in the warm season.
Just like our bodies, plants need supplemental nutrients. Below are some benefits of feeding plants: Types of Fertilizers There are many types of fertilizer on the market. Deciding on which to use can be challenging. Knowing what kind of plants you want to feed will help the decision process.
Mulch is right behind watering in order of importance. The root system is the ‘heart’ of your plant and needs protection. Below are some benefits of mulch: How much mulch? A good rule of thumb is 2-3 inches in depth. Be sure the mulch is barely touching the trunk or
General Watering Instructions Your shrubs, ornamental grasses, or flowers have been carefully planted at the proper depth, location and placement for optimal growth and aesthetics. The plants’ roots will take a few weeks to expand out into the parent soil from the root ball. The following guidelines will help
Perennials are plants that come back every year (herbs, flowers, hardy succulents, ground covers, etc.). Ornamental perennial grasses that come in a wide range of sizes, both vertically and horizontally (Pampas Grass, Maiden Grass, Blue Stem, etc.). Here’s how to get them started right, after bringing them home from
There are many sizes of trees/shrubs and root balls. There are also different types of containers: plastic pots, ball n burlap, and metal cages. No matter the size or container the same planting guidelines apply. 1. Mark Utilities. Be sure to call 1-800-DIG-RITE to properly mark utilities BEFORE digging. 2. Dig the hole.
Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a beginner, our method will help you create beautiful potted plant arrangements with ease.
Missouri’s weather has certainly kept our plants on their toes. First, the severe drought in the summer of 2022, followed by the harsh cold in December, dealt a tough blow to many of our beloved plants. And now, as we find ourselves grappling with another dry spell this spring,
Shop Our Probiotics Some of us humans take probiotics after a course of antibiotics, and some of us take them daily to help our gut health. It seems the more we learn about these little microbes, the more we understand that they are essential for all life, including plants!
Where we are in Marshfield, Missouri, tropical bulbs like elephant ears and banana trees must be protected from frost. Here are your options…
