Tom Tynan: I know how bad sod webworms can be. A few years ago, they almost killed my lawn, but you have to treat them and it’s not easy. So, I asked Danny Millikin from Home Show Garden Pros for tips on how to get rid of them. Danny Millikin: Sob webworms are tiny worms […]
How to Grow Fig Trees
Fruit trees are edible landscaping—if you choose the right ones
“If you see flowers and blooms on it, and your leaves are nice and green, a brilliant green,” says RCW Nurseries’ Amanda Gallagher about fruit trees, “Then, you’re doing the right thing.” Fruit Trees: Edible Landscaping Why would you go through the trouble of growing your own fruit? Because, it’s worth it. Instead of […]
Landscape Freeze Recovery
Landscape Freeze Recovery Takes Time What’s the smart way to help your landscaping recover after a freeze? Wait. Watch. Give landscaping and garden a chance to recover. Following January’s deep freeze, Dany Millikin, lead horticulturist for The Hermann Park Conservancy, advises waiting until mid February before taking decisive action. What can you do in the […]
Could your pets be in danger from these deadly plants in your own yard?
Toxic Plants Over 700 plants have been identified as being harmful or potentially deadly to your pets. Certain animal species may be more vulnerable to a potentially poisonous plant. See ASPCA’s list of toxic plants for more information.
A weird home gardening trick that takes everything you grow to new heights
What do you know about your food? Where was it grown? How was it grown? What was added? What was taken out? With so much unknown, it’s no wonder home gardening is on the rise. Locally sourced food is good. Home grown is even better. Advantages of home gardening The biggest benefit of home gardening […]
Discover these simple rose garden tricks to grow more roses every season
A rose garden might seem a challenging project to most gardeners. Fact is, according to RCW Nurseries, with proper planting and care, you too can become a successful rose gardener. There is one rose gardening trick that makes the difference. A rose garden for you? Start by choosing location for your rose garden that gets […]