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Need to know what to plant? When to plant? How to plant? Where to find great plants? We've got you covered & are here to help you be successful! GardenWashington is part of a national initiative to educate people about the benefits of plants and trees, inspiring them to plant more in an effort to improve our environment, health and communities.
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Spring is an ideal time to aerate your lawn. Aeration will greatly improve lawn health. Over time the top layer of your lawn’s soil naturally becomes compacted. Roots find it harder to get air, water and fertilizer. Mechanical aeration punches holes in the lawn to remove small cores two to three inches deep. These cores ..read more
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Crabapple trees have adorned gardens across the globe for centuries. While some are actually grown for their edible fruits, the vast majority are enjoyed for their ornamental qualities in landscapes. Not to get all Latin on you, but ..read more
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In the last several years Japanese Beetle has been detected and spreading in our local area. The Washington State Department of Agriculture has been working on educating the public, trapping and eradicating this pest. Like last year, they are offering free treatments in the identified areas like the above picture of Pasco and Kennewick as ..read more
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Spring has arrived! Yes, we know it has been raining, but don’t ignore your irrigation system. Spring is the right time to inspect, adjust and maintain your system. A little attention now will save you lots of water (and money) during the hot and dry summer. Check for leaks Look for wet spots, puddles or ..read more
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The post Episode 149: Spring Sale 2025 Preview appeared first on Valley Nursery Inc ..read more
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When selecting flowers to attract hummingbirds to your garden, it’s easy to focus on summer blooms such as fuchsia and salvia, yet there are so many early spring perennials and shrubs that can entice them. What’s more, this list of my personal favorites is also drought tolerant (once established), deer-resistant and even rabbit-resistant! Even if ..read more
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With St. Patrick’s Day this week, I thought it might be appropriate to discuss some green. No not money, although that could get interesting in its own way. For this holiday many enjoy a special beer while just about everyone wears some green and feasts on traditional Irish goodies. Hopefully you ..read more
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Now is the Time to Plant Your Summer Bulbs and Tubers! (Let’s Hope the Frost Agrees) Hello, my fellow garden enthusiasts and professionals! It’s that magical time of year again—the birds are singing, the soil is warming, and most importantly, it’s time to plant your summer bulbs and tubers! Yes, the moment has arrived to ..read more
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How much lawn do you really want or need? Keeping a lawn healthy is an increasing challenge. Maybe it’s time to think about ripping out all or part of your lawn and replacing it with other landscapes. There are many options for lawn alternatives. Challenges to lawn health European chafer beetle The European chafer beetle ..read more
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1w ago
The post Episode 148: Weeds of the PNW – A conversation with photographer Mark Turner appeared first on Valley Nursery Inc ..read more