April and May are terrific months for planting perennials! The cool nights and bright days offer the newly transplanted plants a little time to relax, get situated in their new locale and begin growing new roots. Incorporate organic matter like Creek Side’s Natures Yield compost to the soil at planting time to help create a superior rooting environment. Keep watered thoroughly for the first few... Read More
Knowing which plants grow well together is helpful. This is a tried-and-tested way to reduce pests, attract pollinators, and boost growth! Here are common examples. Tomatoes and basil are natural companions in the kitchen and garden. Basil repels certain insect pests, such as thrips, and also disorients moths that lay tomato hornworms. Aphids severely crimp your crop! But aphids can’t stand garlic! With this in mind, garlic... Read More
The temperatures in April and May read AND feel like a random quick pick from a Lotto Ticket. 65-21-42-10-39-70. What’s a gardener to do? April can be one of our snowiest months so we Colorado gardeners must be patient, however there are some things we can do. While we are waiting for the weather to stabilize, we can continue to focus on preparing our gardens... Read More
Garden seeds offer gardeners of all interests and abilities a simple and cost-effective method of growing new plants. Whether it is the latest and greatest new garden flower variety or a tried-and-true vegetable variety, seeds are an excellent option for starting new plants for your garden. Outdoor Garden Seed Sowing Outdoor garden seeds may be planted directly into the garden soil at the appropriate time... Read More
Old-fashioned annual flowers like nasturtiums and zinnias have made a huge comeback in gardens and containers. Because of an increased interest in supporting pollinators and butterflies, the popularity of cut flowers, and because they’re beautiful and easy to grow, this group of annual flowers are gaining in popularity. Not to mention, growing flowers from seed is a great budget choice as well! Quick Growing from... Read More
Indoor Living Gift Shop with spring themed gifts and décor. Nice selection of colorful porch coir doormats to choose from. Check out spring napkins, dish towels, candles, cards, porch flags. ‘Cool Wave’ pansy baskets are a great pop of color to your outdoor living space. Pansies are cold tolerant and hardy. Pansy Bowls and Container Gardens ready for the season! Plant your own 6-pak pansy plants. ... Read More
March is a great time to get out into your garden and lawn areas and assess what can be done now for the upcoming season. Garden Beds Remove leaves and debris from the garden and raised beds. Apply a pre-emergent such as Preen for weed control. If you didn’t cut back plants in the fall, now is the time to remove dead flowers and leaves.... Read More
Weed/wed/ noun a wild plant growing where it is not wanted and in competition with cultivated plants. A plant out of place. Now is the perfect time to nip it in the bud, figuratively and literally. Work extra hard now to control weeds and life will be a little easier down the road. In the Garden Pre-emergent – Preen Application Tips First remove any existing... Read More
Not only does it feel like spring, with the warm weather we are experiencing right now, it sometimes feels like summer is right around the corner. But wait a minute…we live in the Rocky Mountain growing region. What does that mean? Well, for all of you have lived in this area for some time, you know what that means…there is more cold, snow, rain and... Read More
Vegetables can be demanding plants. Whereas ‘weeds’ can scratch a living anywhere, vegetables require attention. Most need fertile soil, protection from wind, regular watering, and some help to defend themselves against pests. You cannot simply dig a hole in the ground, plant your veg, and expect it to thrive. A little planning before planting your vegetable garden will go a long way in helping to... Read More
