How are your tomatoes growing? Problems with Blossom End Rot? The dark grey, black-sunken area on the blossom end of tomatoes. Though many people think blossom end rot is a disease, it isn’t. Blossom end rot is not caused by a bacteria or fungus, nor is it something that is caused by an insect pest. It is a physiological disorder thought to be caused by... Read More
Watering Baskets & Container Gardens When temps are over 90 degrees, check flowers twice daily for dryness, in the morning and again in the evening, Water baskets until dripping from bottom or pots are draining. Don’t assume that any rainfall will be ‘watering’ your baskets. Keep watering consistently. Hand watering is best to be sure they are getting enough water. Drip systems are convenient but... Read More
Now is the time to begin treating for Budworm. Life Cycle The adult stage is a moth with a wingspan of about 1 1/2 inches. The wings are light green with brown overtones and a few wavy, cream-colored bands. In the early evening, females lay single eggs on buds or leaves. The eggs hatch into little light green worms. They have two cycles per summer... Read More
Growing small fruits such as raspberries, blueberries, grapes, blackberries or gooseberries are often overlooked as a sustainable addition to your garden. Most varieties do well here in Colorado but often require certain growing conditions for the different berries. Raspberries, Blackberries and Boysenberries Ever-bearing or Fall-bearing raspberries seem best-suited for the Front Range, according to tests conducted by Colorado State University. Creek Side Gardens offers many... Read More
Powdery mildews are one of the most widespread and easily recognized plant diseases. They affect virtually all kinds of plants. In Colorado, powdery mildews are common on lilac, grape, roses, turfgrass, vegetables (such as cucumbers, squashes and peas), crabapple and Virginia creeper, among others. Identification Powdery mildews are characterized by spots or patches of white to grayish, talcum-powderlike growth. Tiny, pinhead-sized, spherical fruiting structures that... Read More
Aphids Commonly found on trees, shrubs, and garden ornamentals. Aphids feed by sucking sap from a plants new leaf growth. When populations are severe the damage can cause wilting, leaf curling, and dieback of shoots and buds. The sticky honeydew (aphids waste material) is an attractant for ants, yellow jacket wasps, flies, and bees which can be as much a nuisance as damage done to... Read More
While planning your spring garden, consider adding native plants and more diversity to make your yard a haven for pollinators and wildlife. As agriculture has intensified and our populations have grown, a lot of habitat has been lost, so even a pot of flowers on the front porch can make a big difference by supporting hundreds of pollinators. If you’re adding plants with pollinators in... Read More
A well-designed garden provides interest from early spring through late autumn, and beyond if you also select plants for winter structure. But, for the main growing season, much of that interest comes from flowering and foliage plants. Gardeners who want a lower maintenance landscape would be wise to look for perennial plants that are both easy-to-grow and offer a long blooming period. Most perennial plants flower... Read More
If you love roses, Colorado provides a great growing climate so be sure to include them on your garden list. Because there are so many different types, there are roses to fill nearly every gardeners growing needs. Types of Roses Don’t be confused about all the types available. The main thing is to find a color you like. Then check the general height for that... Read More
Right on schedule, our spring season is moving into the full summer season mode. If you still need flowers, visit Creek Side for the best selection in town of Grown Fresh Container Gardens, Hanging Baskets, annual flowers, perennial flowers, roses, shrubs and trees. We have been taking good care of all our flowers during the ups and downs of this spring season. Plus, we schedule... Read More
