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Bert
Sep 16, 20232 min read
SHOULD I FERTILIZE MY GARDEN?
Soil fertility is determined by more than the levels of plant nutrients in the soil. The availability of the nutrients are effected by soil
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Bert
Jun 30, 20212 min read
Garden Design series: "What to plant where" - Flowers
FLOWERS require more maintenance than trees and shrubs. But the colors available make it worth it all. Prepare the soil by adding compost...
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Bert
Dec 26, 20201 min read
DIY Holiday Greenery
This video shows how and what kind of greenery to collect to display for the holiday season. #gardeningtips #gardeningblog...
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Bert
Dec 15, 20201 min read
Poinsettia
Learn how to choose a poinsettia to bring home and how to care for it in this short video with Bert! #gardeningblog #poinsettias...
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Bert
Dec 15, 20201 min read
How to Propagate and care for Christmas Cactus!
Is this really a cactus? what does it take to care for and keep them? Learn all this and more in this short 4 minute video!...
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Bert
Oct 27, 20201 min read
Visiting inspiration!
Table Rock Tea Company is a fascinating place to visit. They grow and process tea right here in north western South Carolina. Tea...
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Bert
Sep 19, 20202 min read
Did you know that Fall is the time to plant Spring bulbs?
(crocus) Late Summer is the time to place that bulb order. Bulbs will arrive in fall when it is time to plant. Taking a critical look at...
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Bert
Sep 5, 20201 min read
Time to plant those Fall crops
As your spring garden fades, you can plant some things for fall. Seeds are not as easy to find as they were in the spring, so hopefully...
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Bert
Sep 1, 20201 min read
My North Carolina Arboretum Adventure!
My daughter and I went to the North Carolina Arboretum in Asheville. This summer they are featuring a Lego Sculptures Exhibit and a...
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Bert
Aug 21, 20202 min read
5 Tips for Buying Bargain Plants
In August, many outlet stores try to sell out the plants in their nursery departments so they have space for other items in more demand....
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Bert
Jul 10, 20202 min read
DAYLILIES for Summer
The daylilies are blooming! They make their greatest impact in June and July. There are thousands of varieties. Most are not available...
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Bert
Jun 13, 20202 min read
Hydrangeas: to cut or not to cut .....
Hydrangeas white, blue, or pink? There are many hydrangeas available at the nursery today. The blue and pink ones are the most striking....
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Bert
Feb 17, 20201 min read
TIME TO CUT GRASS?
Late winter is a good time to cut back your ornamental grasses. Here is an example of Pampas Grass. When the ends of the leaves begin...
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