All About the Roses: Getting Your Rose to Bloom All Summer

"Aren't roses difficult to grow? Don't roses need a lot of care and maintenance? Aren't roses only for experienced gardeners?" The answer to all of those questions is an emphatic "NO!" In order to keep your roses growing, thriving and blooming, there are a considerations and steps. If you've wondered how we keep our roses blooming throughout the growing season here at the Garden Center, keep reading to find out our secret method.

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How to Plant a Tree or Shrub

The simple act of planting a tree is a gift of nearly immeasurable value. A tree will add natural beauty and cool shade to your property, and life-giving oxygen to the planet. And if that weren't enough, a tree is a gift that can be enjoyed for generations to come. However, for a tree to survive long enough to reach full maturity, it must get a healthy head start with a proper planting.

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How to Care for Newly Installed Turf

The 4 to 8 week period following seeding or sodding is critical to the survival of the new lawn. More establishments fail due to improper follow-up care than all other facets of lawn establishment. As the newly-established turf matures, it must be irrigated and mowed on a regular basis. Many new stands also need additional fertilizer and herbicide applications. Traffic must be limited since turfgrass wear tolerance during the establishment phase is extremely poor.

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