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Birds on Branch
June 3, 2022

All About Backyard Birding

Bird feeding can be a valuable addition to your wildlife gardening, but where do you start? With so many varieties of bird houses, seed, suet, flowers and ornamental grasses, it can be hard to decide what you need. To help you on your journey, we’ve gathered some helpful information to guide you on the attracting […]
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Fairy garden in a flower pot
June 3, 2022

Creating Fairy Gardens

A fairy garden is a mini landscape that features small fairy-sized buildings, or other structures, nestled among appropriately-sized plants and foliage. The results are beautiful mini-habitats within your larger yard. Designs range from simple landscapes to elaborate environments. You don’t need a green thumb or a lot of yard space to create your own fairy […]
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Pink Rieger Begonias
June 3, 2022

Growing Rieger Begonias

Flowering begonias, also known as Rieger begonias, are beautiful flowering winter plants with creamy blooms in bright yellows, reds, pinks and even white. They are fast-growing, and typically bred to bloom during the winter season and sold as disposable plants; the idea is to enjoy the bloom and throw them out after the season is […]
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Planting Bulbs
June 3, 2022

Planting Spring Bulbs

Spring-planted bulbs are a great way to add vibrant color to Hudson Valley gardens throughout the summer, especially once the risk of frost has passed.  New to planting bulbs? Need helpful guidance and tips to ensure beautiful blooms? Below is a list of the most frequently asked questions and answers to help you get planting […]
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Spider Plant
June 3, 2022

Spider Plant Care

Despite their creepy-crawly name, spider plants are among the most popular houseplants to grow. When grown indoors, these warm-weather perennials will survive less-than-perfect conditions, and they are stunning if you can closely mimic their native tropical environment by providing warm temperatures and humid air. These plants grow rosettes of slender, gently arching leaves that can stretch […]
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Down to Earth Logo
June 3, 2022

Down To Earth Fertilizers

Down To Earth Fertilizer Blends save gardeners time and labor by offering a wide variety of single ingredients in pre-mixed proportions for more general needs around the home and garden. A great advantage of organic, multipurpose blends is that they can last in the soil for several months, continuing to fertilize plants and enrich the […]
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Testing Soil
June 3, 2022

Testing Your Soil

A soil test measures how acidic or alkaline your soil might be. If your soil has too much of either, plants won’t absorb the nutrients they need. Most plants grow best when the soil pH is in near-neutral, between 6.0 and 7.0, but there are exceptions. Blueberries and potatoes, for example, love acidic soil, so a […]
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Red Cedar Mulch with Yellow Tulips
June 3, 2022

The Pros and Cons of Cedar Mulch

Cedar mulch is made from clippings and shavings of the bark of cedar trees. It is a byproduct of the wood industry, as these trees are sought after for their wood. They grow fast and they are fairly straight, which makes the wood and the mulch obtained from them renewable. The mulch itself can be […]
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Thuja Mr Bowling Ball Arborvitae
June 3, 2022

Mr. Bowling Ball Arborvitae

Plant names often give a glimpse into the form, color, size and other characteristics on the plant. Mr. Bowling Ball Thuja is no exception. The resemblance to its namesake as a domed plant that snugs into awkward spaces in the garden makes this arborvitae an attractive addition. Try growing a Mr. Bowling Ball in your […]
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