by dn.gardener | Aug 13, 2020 | Tips
Hi Desert Dwellers! I am writing to you today because I am seeing a lot of stressed plants around the valley!! Please water your plants!!! Your irrigation system should run a minimum of one hour for shrubs but with these continued HOT temperatures, add another hour...
by dn.gardener | Aug 10, 2020 | Tips
Hello! I do hope this finds you well! I wanted to let you know that it’s planting season in the desert. Even with these hot temps there are veggies you can plant now for a fall/winter harvest; beans, carrots, corn, green onions, pumpkins, tomatoes and winter...
by dn.gardener | Sep 17, 2019 | Tips
It’s that time of year!! Let’s Get Planting! First, prepare your garden area by adding organic compost. Soil can become hydrophobic so water it in really well before you start planting. What to plant to get a harvest before the cold weather arrives,...
by dn.gardener | Oct 13, 2018 | Tips
Happy Saturday! Fall is here and with it the rains! What an amazing storm for the Valley today! With Fall comes saving water, changing your irrigation settings. You want to decrease the frequency only. There are times when the duration for you Fall and Winter months...
by dn.gardener | Jan 10, 2017 | News
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by dn.gardener | Sep 12, 2016 | Greetings, Tips
The next few months in the Desert Southwest are an important planting time. I want to share with you how significant this time of year is for planting trees, shrubs, perennials, wildflowers and many winter edibles. Think summer, which shouldn’t be difficult,...
by dn.gardener | Sep 8, 2016 | Greetings, Tips
I am often asked, “why does every plant I buy die” “why aren’t my plants thriving”? Ninety nine percent of the time, frequency and amount of water are incorrect! I can teach you proper watering techniques whether using a hose or an...
by dn.gardener | Aug 9, 2016 | My Garden, Tips
Believe it or not, I am planting tomato plants for a Fall crop! I found some heirloom varieties grown by a local grower, Vilardi Gardens at Summer Winds on Bethany Home Road. It’s best to plant your new transplants where they will receive afternoon shade. Tomato...
by dn.gardener | Jul 26, 2016 | My Garden, Tips
When the temperatures are soaring outside, I work on adding to my collection of indoor plants! Houseplants are a great addition to any decor and can improve indoor air quality! There are a range of plant selections for low light locations to bright and sunny that...
by dn.gardener | Jun 25, 2016 | News
Good Morning and Welcome to National Independence Week for Local Businesses! I am a member of Local First Arizona because supporting local businesses give our state more money with every purchase! Believe it or not planting season stays with us pretty much year round...
