Lawns Fall is a great time to aerate your lawn. Aeration loosens the soil of compaction and supplies important oxygen to the soil and roots. Aerating your lawn can also help decrease the thatch layer in your lawn. In Mid-October Fertilome Winterizer Fertilizer can be applied. This application should be watered into the soil profile. […]
Lawns Continue mowing your lawn as needed. Keep the mowing height to 2.5-3 inches. In mid-October you can gradually start decreasing your mowing height until you reach 2 inches for your last mowing for the season. Continue watering your lawn to retain moisture through the entire root zone. Do not shut off your sprinklers until […]
With the days still warm and the evenings gradually cooling, now is the perfect time to implement a few essential tips to maintain the vibrancy and health of your plants until the season’s end. Check out our expert’s best practices to sustain a flourishing garden before the season changes. Garden Enjoy the fruits of your […]
Garden Harvest vegetables as they are ready. For tomatoes, apply Fertilome Yield Booster to lessen the effect of blossom end rot. Apply Fertilome Broad Spectrum Fungicide or Immunox to vegetables to prevent diseases such as blight. Apply Hi-Yield Herbicide Granules to prevent weeds from germinating (you must weed first). Early to mid-July, fertilize your garden […]
As the sunny days of June roll in, your garden becomes a canvas of possibilities. This month is a critical period for plant care, ensuring your garden thrives through the summer. Read on for expert tips on watering, pruning, fertilizing, and pest control to help you maintain a flourishing garden. Garden Water your plants regularly. […]
Spring has finally sprung! After eagerly awaiting its arrival, it’s time to dust off those gardening gloves and get ready for the season ahead. Whether you’re a seasoned green thumb or just starting out, now is the perfect moment to refresh your knowledge with the latest gardening tips, tricks, and trends. Garden Plant the rest […]
Lawn Thatch and/or aerate your lawn (this must be done before applying your preemergent weed control). Apply Fertilome For All Seasons preemergent weed control with fertilizer for crabgrass control and other weeds. The ground should be warm when you apply the preemergent. It may be mid to late April before you get it on your […]
It’s time for garden enthusiasts to shift their focus towards fall preparations. This season offers the opportunity to nurture your outdoor space, ensuring it remains healthy and beautiful throughout the colder months and into the next year. Our experts have compiled their best tips for your lawn, garden, and perennials to help you create a […]
Summer may be ending but the cool month of September reminds us that there’s still plenty of gardening left to enjoy before winter kicks in. See what tips you can add to keep your landscape beautiful and healthy. Lawns Continue mowing your lawn as needed. Keep the mowing height to 2.5-3 inches. In mid-October, you […]
Embrace the dog days of summer with a renewed focus on your lawn and garden. This month is all about nurturing and enhancing your outdoor display by ensuring your landscape continues to flourish throughout the late summer with tips from our experts. Garden Enjoy the fruits of your labor. Remember to pick plants clean of […]
In the heat of July, it’s time to keep our lawns and gardens growing strong. Read up on some tips from our experts on harvesting vegetables at the right time, preventing diseases, controlling weeds, and keeping your flowers blooming with the right fertilizers. And don’t forget to properly water your plants to keep them flourishing […]
The warm temps of June have arrived, and this checklist is just what you need to keep your garden thriving throughout the season! Now that all the hard work that comes with planting is done, it’s time to enjoy our efforts and maintain. Read on for a few of the remaining tasks left on our […]
You know what they say, April showers bring May flowers and that means it’s time for us gardeners to get to work! Read on for some essential tips to get you off to a good start. Garden Plant the rest of your garden starting in mid-May. However, tomatoes and peppers may want to be delayed […]
Spring is in the air, and gardeners everywhere are itching to get back to their beloved outdoors spaces. With the arrival of April, it’s time to start thinking about the gardening tasks that need to be done this month. From preparing your soil to planting your first seeds, there’s plenty to keep you busy. Whether […]
October is here and it’s not quite time to put the gardening glove away just yet. Fall is the best time to plant some new bulbs and prep your garden for the winter season to come. With just a little maintenance now you will have your landscape and garden flourishing! Lawn Fall is a great […]
September has arrived and it’s time to welcome in the crisp days of fall! As you fellow planters know as the seasons begin to change the work doesn’t stop for these green thumbs. Check out these tips to add to your garden checklist for this month! Lawns Continue mowing your lawn as needed, keeping the […]
As we enter the final month of the summer we’ve got a few tips for you to keep your garden thriving all the way to the end! Garden Enjoy the fruits of your labor. Remember to pick plants clean of produce and do not allow fruits and vegetables to drop and decompose on the ground. […]
Protect your lawn and garden by fighting off disease with the products we recommend and love! Here are some tips to keep in mind on how you can keep your garden flourishing in the July heat. Garden Harvest vegetables as they are ready. Apply Fertilome Yield Booster or Bonide Rot Stop to decrease the effect […]
June is here and it’s time to show off all your hard work! Now that the planting is complete all your plants really need is some sunshine, water and a little extra nutrients to help them continue to grow full and beautiful. Here are some tips to keep in mind as we head into the […]
The busiest month of the gardening season is beginning and we have all the tips for you to get yourself off to a good start! Garden Plant the rest of your garden starting in mid-May, tomatoes, and peppers may want to be delayed until later in May. Fertilize all of your vegetables with our Espoma […]
Hello, spring! April is the month that makes it all count for a beautiful garden. Start preparing your lawn and garden for a beautiful growing season. Lawn Thatch and/or aerate your lawn (this must be done before applying your preemergent weed control). Apply Fertilome For All Seasons preemergent weed control with fertilizer for crabgrass control […]
Ghosts and ghouls are making their presence known this Halloween season but your garden activity should still be alive. After all, there’s still plenty of work to be done before it’s ready for winter. A little maintenance now will make for a healthy and beautiful landscape next spring. Lawn Fall is a great time to […]
It’s finally September and that means sweater weather and all things pumpkin spice. Yes, autumn is just around the corner but our green thumbs are still hard at work. Here are a few tips to show your lawn and garden some love. Lawns Continue mowing your lawn as needed, keeping the height to 2.5-3 inches. […]
It’s been a hot and dry summer but as long as you’ve been consistent with watering and weeding, you probably have a beautiful, lush lawn & garden to show for your hard work. Here’s how to keep it looking good. Garden Enjoy the fruits of your labor. Remember to pick plants clean of produce and […]
This month is gentle on gardeners! Our hard planting is done and our landscapes are starting to reflect the work we’ve put in. All our plants need now is sunshine, plenty of water, and a few remaining tasks crossed off our to-do lists. Lawn To prevent lawn fungus from spreading, we recommend applying F-Stop which protects […]
Spring cleaning isn’t just for the inside of your home! Get your lawn & garden on the right track for a productive growing season. Lawn Thatch and/or aerate your lawn (this must be done before applying your preemergent weed control) Apply Fertilome For All Seasons preemergent weed control with fertilizer for crabgrass control and other […]
This is the last month to rest before the busy spring season in the garden. However, if your green thumb is itching there are a few tasks that can be started now! Garden Buy your Olds Garden Seed Eggplant and cole crops (depending on outdoor planting dates) can be started early for early outdoor seeding. […]
The moment we’ve all been waiting for – fall is here! Follow these tips to show your lawn & garden some love. Lawns Continue mowing your lawn as needed, keeping the height to 2.5-3 inches. In mid-October you will be able to gradually start decreasing your mowing height until you reach 2 inches for your […]
We haven’t been suffering in this heat for nothing! As long as you’ve been consistent with watering and weeding, you probably have a beautiful, lush lawn & garden to show for your hard work. Here’s how to keep it looking good. Lawn When mowing, leave the blades taller at around 3-3.5”. This will provide better […]
Summer is in full swing and your garden is probably starting to showcase all of the hard work you’ve put in! Here’s how to keep it looking great. Garden Harvest vegetables as they are ready. For tomatoes, apply Fertilome Yield Booster or Bonide Rot Stop to lessen the effect of blossom end rot. For vegetables, apply Fertilome Broad Spectrum […]
May is an important month for gardeners! Here’s how to get your lawn and garden in tip top shape for the warmer months to come. Garden Finish planting your garden starting in mid-May. Fertilize all vegetables with our Espoma Garden Food, the perfect formulation for all veggies. Weed as needed. Apply Hi Yield Herbicide Granules every […]
It’s been a long midwestern winter and we’re all thrilled to see some green again! This is a great time to work on your lawn and garden, especially while we’re all stuck at home anyways. You’ll get to enjoy a beautiful landscape when this is all over – a little light at the end of […]
Don’t let the holiday displays fool you – there’s still plenty to do in your garden! This month is all about maintenance. Here’s how to give it the TLC it needs to prepare for winter. Garden Remove all debris from the garden. Leaving debris will increase your chances of diseases and insects attacking next year’s […]
Fall gardening is just beginning! Here are our tips to show your lawn and garden some love: Lawns Continue mowing your lawn as needed, keeping the height to 2.5-3 inches. Mid-October you will be able to gradually start decreasing your mowing height until you reach 2 inches for your final mow of the season. Continue […]
It’s the time of year that you finally get to enjoy all of your hard work and spring efforts. Enjoy the fruits of your labor this month! Lawn When mowing, leave the blades taller at around 3-3.5”. This will provide better insulation and better water usage. Roots also grow taller in relation to the height […]
Your garden is finally starting to reflect all of the hard work you put in during the spring! Keep it on track with the top tips from our garden center to your home. Garden Harvest vegetables as they show signs of being ready. For tomatoes, apply Hi-Yield Bone Meal or Hi-Yield Calcium Nitrate to lessen […]
Your plants should be in full bloom by now and the right amount of sunshine and water will help them flourish all season long. Remember to never apply pesticide or fertilizer when the temperature is high, as it can damage plants that are desired. Lawn To prevent lawn fungus from spreading, we recommend applying F-Stop which […]
Hello summer! The sun is shining, the birds are singing and it’s safe to say the threat the of snow has finally passed! It’s now time to give your lawn, garden and plants some love – here’s how to get started. Lawn Fertilize your lawn sometime between now and early June. We recommend Fertilome Weed Free […]
Welcome to the first full month of spring! Now’s the time to get your lawn and garden ready for the warmer months ahead. Lawn Thatch and/or aerate your lawn (this must be done before applying your preemergent weed control) Apply Fertilome For All Seasons preemergent weed control with fertilizer for crabgrass control and other weeds. […]
This is the last month to rest before the busy spring season in the garden. However, if your green thumb is itching there are a few tasks that can be started now. Garden Buy your Olds Garden Seed for tomatoes, peppers (hot varieties need planted sooner), eggplant and cole crops (depending on outdoor planting dates). Make seed […]
Harvest is over and we’re headed into the holidays! Before you buy the turkey or deck the halls, give your garden a little TLC to prepare it for winter. Garden Remove all debris from the garden. Leaving debris will increase your chances of diseases and insects attacking next year’s plants. Amend your soil with cotton […]
Cooler weather is just one of the many reasons we love fall gardening. In addition to keeping fresh produce on your table, this season offers fewer pests and diseases, less watering to be done and sweeter tasting produce. Here’s what should be next on your to-do list. Lawns Continue mowing your lawn as needed. Keep […]
For most gardeners, this is an exciting time. After all, your flower beds are thriving and you can finally enjoy the fruits of your labor! Read on for our latest lawn & garden tips. Garden Remember to pick plants clean of produce and do not allow fruits and vegetables to drop and decompose on the ground. […]
Summer is in full swing, and your lawn and garden probably need a lot of attention. Here’s our summer gardening checklist to help keep your plants looking fresh. Garden Harvest vegetables as they’re ready. Tomatoes: apply Hi-Yield Bone Meal or Hi-Yield Calcium Nitrate to lessen the effect of blossom end rot. Vegetables: apply Fertilome Broad […]
Now that summer is here, your lawn and garden probably need some extra attention. Here’s our easy summer gardening checklist to help your plants flourish. Garden Water your plants regularly. Plants will start to need more water as the temperatures increase and also as they start to flower and produce fruit. It’s important to apply […]
The sun is shining, the birds are singing and it’s safe to say the threat the of snow has finally passed. It’s now time to give your lawn, garden and plants some love – here’s how to get started. Garden Get your plants in the ground. Fertilize vegetables with our Espoma Garden Food, the perfect […]
Welcome to the first full month of spring! While it may not feel like it, it’s almost time to get your lawn, garden and plants ready for the warmer months to come. Garden Till your garden and apply either Milorganite, Fertilome Gardener’s Special or Espoma Garden Food as a broadcast. Also apply Espoma Worm Casings […]
The leaves have fallen and the winter weather is almost upon us. Now that your lawn and garden have been put to bed for the year, we can begin dreaming up plans for next spring. Garden Plan your garden now so you know what you have room for before next season! Remember to rotate your […]
The leaves have turned their brilliant fall colors and winter is right around the corner. However, gardening season isn’t over yet! Before you put your tools away, be sure you’ve properly tucked your garden into bed for the colder months to come. Garden Remove all debris from the garden. Leaving debris will increase your chances […]
The end of summer doesn’t mean the end of lawn and garden care. Take these simple steps now to get a head start on healthy plants next spring. Garden Continue to harvest vegetables until they are finished. As plants finish, pull out annual plants and dispose of (this will help reduce diseases reoccurring next spring). […]
It’s time to enjoy the fruits of your labor! But that doesn’t mean gardening season is over. Here are our tips to prepare your plants for the cooler weather to come. Garden Remember to pick plants clean of produce and do not allow fruits and vegetables to drop and decompose on the ground. Pull plants […]
Your garden is probably starting to reflect the hard work you’ve put into it. Keep pushing forward until harvest with this month’s checklist. Garden Early July to Mid July, fertilize your garden with Espoma Garden Food. Apply Fertilome Broad Spectrum Fungicide or Immunox to vegetables to prevent diseases such as blight. Apply Hi-Yield Herbicide Granules […]
Summer is finally here and with these high temperatures, your lawn and garden may need some extra attention. Here are our early summer tips for helping your plants flourish! Garden Water your plants regularly. Plants need more water as the temperatures increase and as they start to flower and produce fruit. Apply fungicides before you see […]
Gardening season has just begun and there is much to do to get your plants ready for the dog days of summer. Review this month’s checklist to get your lawn and garden in top shape. Garden Finish planting your garden starting in mid-May. Fertilize all vegetables with our Espoma Garden Food, the perfect formulation for all veggies. Annual […]
With spring upon us there’s much to do to get your lawn, garden and plants ready to go for the warmer months ahead. Review this month’s checklist to be sure you’re tackling everything you should.
Winter is finally here, and with it comes the end of gardening season. However, you still need to take care of your outdoor environment to properly prepare for next spring!
The gardening year isn’t over yet! Be sure you’re closing up shop on your landscaping properly in these final fall months to best prepare for Spring.
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Ensure a beautiful garden and lawn this spring/summer with this checklist from the experts at Parkview!
Here’s what to make sure you’re taking care of in your outdoor space this April! Lawn Thatch and/or aerate your lawn (this must be done before applying your preemergent weed control) Apply Fertilome For All Seasons preemergent weed control with fertilizer for crabgrass control and other weeds. Plant grass seed (do not use For All Seasons when […]
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