Spectacular Bulb Gardens! These little powerhouses of color have arrived at Parkview Nursery! Color is the key when planting bulbs in October. You probably know the three basic bulb design ideas:Group bulbs together for masses of color;Plant low growing bulbs in front of taller ones; andCreate plantings with an eye to how they will look…
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Long Blooming Summer Shrubs For many gardeners, spring and early summer is annual planting time. Now is a good time to plant some summer flowering shrubs – they’ll burst into flower every year at the same time, without much effort on your part. Crape Myrtle can be grown either as a shrub or small trees.…
Read MorePlant a Pizza Garden!
Plant a Pizza Garden! What is a pizza garden, you ask?It is a fun project for families to plant, look at, and eat! Picture a circular area (about 8 feet in diameter) with 6-8 “slices” – each featuring a topping for your delicious homemade pizza!Here’s how:In an area that receives full sun, divide your circle…
Read MoreTime-Saving Gardening Tips
Time-Saving Gardening Tips You have a gorgeous garden with maintenance needs that fit your busy schedule, even if you’re busy as a bee. Here are some time saving gardening tips. Modify your garden design! We have new low-growing varieties of shrubs that reduce time spent pruning larger varieties. Group plants with similar watering needs. Plant…
Read MorePlant a Hummingbird and Butterfly Garden
Plant a Hummingbird and Butterfly Garden Hummingbirds and butterflies are welcome visitors to most gardens so you should choose the right plants and encourage them to stay awhile. It is easy to attract them into your garden if you plant funnel-shaped flowers in large, conspicuous clumps. Sunny areas are most welcoming to both butterflies and…
Read MoreReplant Those Pots Around Your Yard with Succulents
Replant Those Pots Around Your Yard and Pool with Succulents Drought or no drought, it’s time to plant those empty plants with heat-wise and water-wise plants.Consider succulents as a hardy long term solution. No more changing out color in containers every three to six months. They only require watering once or twice a week.You mix…
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