What’s Blooming
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What’s Blooming

Spring seems to be transitioning into summer as the days and nights are getting hotter. The last few days have been in the mid to upper 80’s. With that, we are starting to see some of the summer blooming plants start to flower or really ramp up their growth.

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Chelsea Chop: Control Height & Extend Bloom Time
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Chelsea Chop: Control Height & Extend Bloom Time

Do you have any taller flowers that either get too tall to visually fit in or are prone to flopping later in the summer? If so, you might want to consider using the Chelsea Chop pruning technique to control their height and encourage a lower/bushier form…

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What’s Blooming
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What’s Blooming

After making it through winter, with relatively few plants vigorously growing or flowering, one of my favorite ways to start the day is with a short walk through the garden to see what is coming into bloom.

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Get To Know Your Weeds
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Get To Know Your Weeds

Just about all gardeners want to minimize weeds (undesired plants) and maximize desired plants in their garden beds. That helps our garden beds keep to our vision and look cared for. One of the most important lessons I have learned over the years is to get to know my weeds…

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