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Fall’s fiery tree colors are one of nature’s most stunning shows, but did you know those brilliant reds, oranges and yellows were hiding all summer long? The vibrant hues you see when the leaves change isn’t about the weather getting cooler, it’s about a combination...

Many people think that the end of summer is the time that the gardening season starts to wind down. The reality is landscape plants, lawns and vegetables do grow and thrive this time of year. I mention this because fall is really the best time for planting,...

August is typically considered the vacation month by many, as kids are getting ready for a new school year and many of us just need a break to relax. With these and other things to do, our gardens and landscapes sometimes take a back seat. It is not always easy to go...

July on the Eastern Shore brings intense heat and humidity. Checking your existing and newly planted landscape is especially important during this time of the year. Established lawns and landscapes need 1 inch to 1 1/2 inches of water a week. If it doesn’t rain, you...

Summer’s knocking at our door, and it’s prime planting season! This month we’re talking about taking care of yourself in the garden, using edible flowers in the kitchen, and getting the most from your vegetables and fruit this year. Plus we’ll discuss some season...

Interest in home-grown fruit and vegetable gardening is continuing to grow. Customers are asking more questions about starting seeds and how and where to grow vegetables. Interest in raised bed gardening, growing vegetables in containers, and even how to use pallets,...

April is here and spring has finally arrived! After a long cold, wet and messy winter, I am sure everyone is glad that we are finally in the spring season. April is when the gardening season really gets going. Each year I am asked many questions about plant selection...

Gardening activities for the month of March will depend a lot on the time of the month and of course the weather. Early to mid-March is a good time for pruning fruit trees as well as deciduous trees and shrubs. Just remember not to prune any early spring flowering...

February’s weather can vary widely, with it mostly being cold and damp, or rainy and snowy. These are the days to be indoors to concentrate on planning and organizing for garden preparations. The soil is likely still too cold for most outdoor planting, but the...

Well, January is upon us, and spring begins on Friday, March 20, only 79 days away! The colder months are the perfect time to plan for the coming planting season. January is also National Garden Catalogue Month, so I am sure you will be receiving many of these guides...