Hummingbirds have spent their spring and summer flitting from flower to feeder, but now it’s time for hummingbirds to migrate south with warmer weather. Most hummingbird migration south starts in late September. Hummingbirds migrate south, heading to Mexico and Central America, where they will spend their winter. Hummingbirds migrate to the warmer south in search … Read more
This past Monday was the Autumnal Equinox—the first day of fall for the Northern Hemisphere. In the Southern Hemisphere, it’s the first day of Spring. From now until December 21 (the Winter Solstice), each day will be approximately two minutes shorter. This is the Perfect Time to Plant Spring Bulbs But there is something you … Read more
My perennial pick for September is Rudbeckia fulgida “American Gold Rush,” aka Black-eyed Susan! There are about 20 varieties of Rudbeckia. They are grown for their showy, daisy-type flowers, which feature a dark central eye—hence the common name “Black-Eyed.” Rudbeckia “American Gold Rush” American Gold Rush is a naturally compact cultivar with narrow, 2 inch … Read more
Successful gardening, like many things in life, starts with a moment of thought. When you bring a new plant home, it helps to pause and ask three key questions: 1. What kind of plant is it? When you buy a new plant, you first want to identify what kind of plant it is. If it … Read more
SEPTEMBER IS THE TIME TO CONTROL WHITE GRUB WORMS IN THE LAWN If you had Japanese Beetles eating on your plants this summer, then you will have white grub worms in your lawn this fall and next spring. Now is the best time to control the white grub population in your lawn. What you do … Read more
Fall is NOT the ideal time to do many things in your garden; however, there are a few important things you can do. We do not want to feed our indoor plants during the winter when days are short and sunlight is at its weakest. Right now, on the other hand, you do have time … Read more
FALL IS MY FAVORITE TIME OF YEAR It may seem a bit early to you about the fall planting season, but in the plant and nursery industry, the fall planting season starts with the first of September. Last week, I wrote my blog on gardening tasks and thoughts for fall. Now, I want to go … Read more
SEPTEMBER IS THE START OF THE FALL IS FOR PLANTING SEASON Fall will officially be here on Monday, September 22nd. So, why is fall the best planting season of the entire year? It comes down to our soil temperature, along with the cooler fall air. Right now, our soil temperature is 82 degrees. Roots grow … Read more
Yesterday was Labor Day. Do you know how Labor Day came to be? The first Labor Day was celebrated in New York City in 1882. A proposal by the Central Labor Union suggested that a parade take place to show “the strength and spirit de corps of the trade and labor organizations.” This was to … Read more
SO, WHAT DOES THE FARMER’S ALMANAC PREDICT FOR US THIS FALL AND WINTER? This blog on the Farmer’s Almanac is more entertaining than factual. Did you know that the Old Farmer’s Almanac was established in 1792? The Almanac makes its weather predictions by comparing solar patterns and historical weather conditions with current solar activity. It … Read more
