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Planting flower bulb
June 10, 2022

Planting Bulbs for Spring Blooms

Planting spring-blooming bulbs is one of the best ways to bring early color to Hudson Valley gardens, but timing is critical for success. Many of the most familiar bulbs in the flower world are spring-blooming species. To bloom successfully, these spring-blooming bulbs need to be planted several months earlier. The general rule of thumb is […]
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WiltPruf
June 10, 2022

Protect Your Plants with Wilt-Pruf

Wilt-Pruf is the safe way to reduce moisture loss when plants are under water stress due to drought, transplant shock, winter kill and windburn. Excessive moisture loss in plants causes, stress, shock, wilting and plant failure. It strikes during periods of drought, or when the plant roots are disturbed during transplanting. It also occurs in […]
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Bonide Insecticidal Soap
June 9, 2022

Using Bonide Insecticidal Soap

Bonide Insecticidal Soap contains potassium salts of fatty acids from plants that kill insects on contact. Ideal for houseplants, vegetables, flowers and fruits. Suitable for organic gardening and may be used up to the day of harvest. This product is conveniently ready to use when it arrives at your home. The spray nozzle makes this […]
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Polka Dot Plant
June 9, 2022

Caring for Polka Dot Plants

The polka dot plant is an eye-catching little plant with brightly variegated leaves that stand out against most other foliage. The most common polka dot plants feature leaves with a pink base color and green spots. But there are several spotted or mottled varieties with purple, white, red and deeper colors and brighter contrast, so […]
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Cute Pumpkin Jack O' Lantern
June 9, 2022

Make Your Jack-O-Lantern Last Longer

At this time of year, as the weather cools and the leaves start to fall, it is tempting to carve a pumpkin in preparation for Halloween. But carved pumpkins, unfortunately, do not last. They look good for up to five days, but then they start to soften, fall in on themselves, and turn black with […]
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Okanagan Douglas Fir Wood Pellets
June 9, 2022

About Okanagan Douglas Fir Wood Pellets

What to look for in Residential Wood Pellets? Energy value (BTUs/lb): A high BTU means the wood pellet burns hotter and therefore consumers use less product to heat their homes. Ash Content: Low ash content means less maintenance and less cleaning of your stove. ​Moisture content: Low moisture means that more energy is used to heat your home […]
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Vine on Pergola
June 8, 2022

How to Grow Vines on Your Pergola

An outdoor space is a bonus wherever you live, especially if you have the room to create some outdoor seating. Structures like a pergola provide protection from the sun and lend a certain bit of style to your yard—but they can bring more of both if you cover them in creeping vines. These tall, often wooden structures usually […]
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Pumpkin Succulent Centerpiece
June 8, 2022

DIY Succulent Pumpkin Centerpiece

Take advantage of the abundance of pumpkins this fall to create a fabulous living arrangement of colorful succulents. With a little moss and glue, this project will come together in minutes. Your succulent pumpkin centerpiece will look just as gorgeous sitting on a porch as it will on a dining room table, but if you use it outdoors, be […]
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Floral Pumpkin Centerpiece
June 8, 2022

Create a Floral Pumpkin Centerpiece

A floral pumpkin centerpiece is perfect for fall and would make any Thanksgiving table shine! The best part, it’s not even all that complicated. What You’ll Need: A pumpkin of your choice Fresh flowers Pruning shears Carving knife A large bowl of water Cellophane or plastic wrap Step 1: Start by hollowing out your pumpkin. […]
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