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June 8, 2023

Timely Tips for June in the Garden

Containers Watering: When watering containers, don’t “tease the leaves.” Water thoroughly. When it’s cool and cloudy, your containers may go a few days without watering. But on hot, windy days, they’ll dry out quickly. If a container has a saucer, empty out the water. Let soil dry out in between watering. but not to the […]
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May 31, 2023

DIY Pollinator Projects

June is pollinator month! What’s the buzZzZ about pollinators? Without them, humans, and all of Earth’s land ecosystems, could not survive. Our pollinators are under threat due to habitat loss, invasive species and pesticide use, but you can help! Join Rebecca Curtis, Poughkeepsie Nursery, as she reveals some simple ways you can help our pollinators […]
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May 30, 2023

Dutchess County Fair Cut Flower Competition

The Dutchess County Fair Cut Flower Competition is Back! Plant now to show off your flowers at the Dutchess County Fair! Categories include dahlias, gladiolas, hydrangeas, cleome, zinnias, herbaceous perennials, and many more! For a complete list of categories, CLICK HERE and scroll down to the Horticulture section. There are two competitions this year, one […]
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May 24, 2023

Fertilizing Big Leaf Hydrangeas

Springtime is the time to fertilize your hydrangea plants. Because they are somewhat needy plants, Maureen Drury, Adams Town of Wallkill Houseplant and Nursery Manager, recommends using several types of fertilizer to give your hydrangeas the nutrients they need to flourish. Once you have fertilized your plants in the spring, you can then add in […]
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May 24, 2023

Pruning Big Leaf Hydrangeas

It’s pruning time! Maureen Drury, Adams Town of Wallkill Houseplant and Nursery Manager, is back in her garden to show you how to properly prune your hydrangeas. Follow these simple tips and your flowers will be looking beautiful in no time!
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May 1, 2023

Beneficial Insects for Pest Control

Ladybugs and praying mantis are some of the best natural predators for garden pests. Ladybugs eat aphids, mealybugs, spider mites and other small pests. Praying mantises eat insects like caterpillars, grasshoppers and crickets. Both ladybugs and praying mantises are beneficial to have in your garden because they help to keep the pest population under control. […]
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Pruning Hydrangea
April 17, 2023

Pruning Hydrangeas in the Spring

The weather is just starting to warm up, but it’s important to get out there and do some pruning before your hydrangeas get too far along. Pruning them now will lead to even more blooms this year. Join Maureen Drury, Adams Town of Wallkill Houseplant and Nursery Manager, in her garden as she teaches you […]
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April 11, 2023

Adams Two-Year Green Guarantee

We guarantee to furnish top quality nursery stock, true to name. Any trees, shrubs or evergreens the fail to survive two years will be replaced once at full purchase price or store credit for the full purchase price, provided they have received reasonable care. Nursery stock that has been sold by us and planted by […]
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April 6, 2023

Hardiness Zones Explained

What is a planting zone? A planting zone, or hardiness zone, is a categorization that the USDA uses to divide sections of the country based on weather pattern date. Plant types have their own hardiness zones, often listed on the products sold. Planting zones are a guideline to help gardeners choose plants. The USDA’s website […]
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