Garden Stuff

GardenStuff... a great blog from gardeners to gardeners

Introducing a NEW garden/landscape-related blog!

Entries will be written by a number of staff members to cover a wide range of garden, landscape and hardscape topics. The authors range from horticulturists, certified arborists, garden professionals, master gardeners, landscape designers, a bee keeper! and hobby gardeners with specialized knowledge.

One of the goals of the GardenStuff Blog will be to trigger discussions. Although each GardenStuff Blog contributor works on keeping current on science and trends in the industry, the magic of the cyber-world is that the discussions can reveal new framing and threading of experiences to create a richer knowledge base.

Naturally, as a retail business, we are eager for you to come into our complex of nursery products, garden tools, flowers, trees, and landscape services and purchase our goods and services. But for this blog, most importantly, we are excited about sharing ideas!




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Apr 10 2009

How To: Pruning Shrub Roses

Posted by Ruth
Now is the perfect time to get your shrub roses in shape for spring! During their first two seasons, allow the plant’s basic framework to develop, pruning only the small spindly shoots. In the third year trim off the top 1/3 of the plant allowing all branches to reach a uniform shape.
tags: | Roses | Spring | Techniques |
Mar 12 2009

Roses Are Red…and White, Pink, Yellow, Apricot, Multi-colored, etc...But NEVER BLUE!

Posted by Ruth
Hybridizers are working constantly to create a blue rose…
tags: | Roses |
Feb 12 2009

Simple Stress Relievers

Posted by Jane Mason
Ugh! That about summarizes this economy. What’s a person to do? Relieve stress by connecting to flowers and plants--the original “green” things! Here are some simple tips:
Oct 07 2008

Dead Nettle? Sneezeweed? And you paid good money for these?

Posted by Jane Mason
… some of the funny names for some beautiful plants.
tags: | Favorites | Gardening |
Oct 01 2008

Trees Aren’t the Only Plants with Fall Color

Posted by Ruth
Fall is a season of glorious change. We often think of majestic trees bursting into colorful reds, yellows, and oranges throughout the landscape. But don’t forget that many shrubs offer surprise color this time of year as well! Here are three of my favorites:
Sep 25 2008

Emerald Ash Borer Blog Update

Posted by Dave Ploussard
This article is in response to the Emerald Ash Borer post on August 28
Sep 16 2008

How a Tree Wants to be Treated

Posted by Marilyn Crain
Homeowners are continually surprised and well, saddened when I have to tell them the reason their tree is in bad shape is because of something they did that’s causing stress to their tree. Here are some examples:
tags: | Techniques | Trees |
Aug 28 2008

Emerald Ash Borer

Posted by Dave Ploussard
With all the news regarding the Emerald Ash Borer, we are getting many inquiries. Ranging from beetle identification to panic about what to do, we get calls and visits daily regarding this exotic pest. I’ll try to summarize the highlights about this insect.
Aug 19 2008

Sounds to Relax By…

Posted by Kris
Fountains are not just for looks anymore. Most customers actually ask me about the sound of the fountain more than the style. But don’t get me wrong, you want an esthetically pleasing fountain, one which works with your garden, outdoor living space and theme of your home.
Aug 08 2008

“Bee” Cautious with Chemicals

Posted by Marilyn Crain
Timing is a critical factor when using Powdered Garden Sevin in our yards. Honey bees mistake the microscopic structure of the toxic powder form for pollen because it has almost the identical octagon shape that pollen does. The bees carry the product back to their hives, unfortunately, killing all inside.
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Peoria, IL 61615

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