Blog

How to water a newly planted tree

How to water a newly planted tree

Have you planted a tree in your yard recently? New trees need regular water during the first few growing seasons to help them build strong, deep roots. Water bags, commonly known as Tree Gators, provide a convenient way to ensure that your young trees get slow, deep...
How to plant and water new plants

How to plant and water new plants

Did all the spring blooms get you excited about your garden? Did you buy new plants or trees from your local nursery or plant sale? Now what? You will be more successful if you start out right: prepare the hole, plant at the proper depth and width, and give the new...
Know your soil: get a soil test

Know your soil: get a soil test

In order to grow a healthy lawn and garden, you need to know your soil. A soil test will tell you what nutrients your soil needs, its acidity and the organic matter content. This video explains how to take soil samples in your lawn. We recommend sending your samples...
Now is the time to aerate and overseed your lawn

Now is the time to aerate and overseed your lawn

Annual aeration and overseeding are important to keep your lawn green and healthy. Aeration helps air, water and fertilizer penetrate into the root zone. Overseeding thickens the lawns, which helps ward against weeds and moss. Top dressing with compost adds nutrients...
How to mow to keep your lawn healthy

How to mow to keep your lawn healthy

The grass is growing, and your lawn may need mowing. Before you get out the mower, take a look at this video about how to mow for a healthy lawn. A properly mowed lawn will need less fertilizer, better resist weeds and have less drought stress in summer. The star is...
Choosing the right apple tree

Choosing the right apple tree

Do you like the idea of eating apples off your own tree? Perhaps you haven’t planted a tree because you have heard that our damp climate makes it challenging to grow apples. The good news is that you can successfully grow healthy, delicious apples in western...
Choosing and using mulch

Choosing and using mulch

Mulch is one of the best things you can do for your garden. Learn about different types of mulch, including bark, arborist chips, compost and sheet mulch. Find out how to properly apply mulch to save water and reduce weeds. Share this...
Add to favorites