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Summer is here and with the arrival of the heat and humidity, comes the arsenal of more insect and fungal problems. Water will be evaporating faster and air will be dryer. This month we’re talking about how to handle powdery mildew issues, what to prune and how it...

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...

It’s hard to believe May is already here, and summer is creeping up on us. It’s time to plant outdoors! And it’s about time to start watering more, and moving around houseplants. We’re here to help you navigate the heated transition into warmer weather, no matter what...

Spring has officially sprung! The gardening season has finally begun. I know we’ve all been looking forward to warmer weather, so here’s hoping our April isn’t full of too many showers. Did you know April is National Garden Month? Cleaning & Prepping In the...

Spring is almost here! Usually, this is the time of year where we get a little eager to be out and in the garden, but March can be deceptive. It’s important to exercise patience and there’s still plenty of things to do before the ground is ready for planting. • To-Do...

The name for the month of February comes from the Latin word “februa,” meaning “to cleanse.” Historically, there was a month-long purification festival held this time of the year. Not only is it a great time of year to downsize and clean your home, but it’s a great...

A New Year is upon us, and so is a cold couple of months. Don’t let the winter darkness get you down, though. There’s plenty of things you can do to stay busy until the sun decides to warm us up again! • Houseplants: We don’t realize it, but plants collect dust. It’s...

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays, gardeners! We’re in Winter Wonderland mode here. How about you? From everyone here at Robin’s Nest, we hope you have a wonderful holiday season and happy new year! Thank you for 41 great years and counting. Most of your gardening...

This month we’re focusing on how to perfectly plant bulbs and helping you understand more about the invasive Spotted Lanternfly. It’s also the season of giving thanks, so we’d like to take a moment to thank all customers of Robin’s Nest Floral & Garden Center....

Happy fall, fellow gardeners! It’s finally here: Now’s the best time to plant. You heard me right: Fall is better for planting than spring. Why? In autumn, the ground is still warm whereas in the spring the ground has to gradually unthaw. The cooler temperatures are...