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Garden Solutions – December 2015


The month of December brings the holiday season and warm thoughts of family, friends and community. I would like to say “Thank You” and wish you and yours a “Blessed Holiday Season” with all the best in the New Year! … Continue reading

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Garden Solutions – July 2015


            I, for one, cannot believe it is the first of July already. This year is really flying by. This is the month for picnics, vacations, family reunions, and for just enjoying the outdoors in general. One of the tasks … Continue reading

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Garden Solutions – March 2014


WOW what a winter we have had. But Spring is almost here!!! What a wonderful feeling to be able to spend more time outside enjoying what Mother Nature is unfolding before our eyes. The lengthening of days is a welcome … Continue reading

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Garden Solutions – November 2013


Our fall season has been very dry. Even though the foliage on trees and shrubs is gone, the roots need moisture to build up spring buds and increase root growth. The amount of water needed may be less than when … Continue reading

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Garden Solutions – July 2013


Make this the NEW motto for your backyard: “Don’t GO away, GET away!” Wouldn’t it be inviting to have a getaway area in your yard? Make outdoor living, or an extension of your home outdoors, a priority this time of … Continue reading

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Garden Solutions – March 2013


Spring is almost here!!! What a wonderful feeling to be able to spend more time outside enjoying what Mother Nature is unfolding before our eyes. The lengthening of days is a welcome site, and the warm sun on our faces … Continue reading

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Garden Solutions – November 2011


Water is the word of the month!! It is imperative to water your trees & shrubs, especially new plantings. Our fall season has been very dry – following a record heat summer. Even though the foliage is gone, the roots … Continue reading

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>November Garden Solutions 2010


>It is sad to watch the garden fading into winter, but at least we don’t have to say goodbye. Spring will return, as naturally as the sun will rise tomorrow morning. All we have to do is get the garden … Continue reading

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>July Tips for the Garden 2009


>I, for one, cannot believe it is the first of July already. This year is really flying by. This is the month for picnics, vacations, family reunions, and for just enjoying the outdoors in general. One of the tasks to … Continue reading

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