Cary, NC – Roses, everybody loves them. They are beautiful, smell wonderful and make great cut flowers for the house! But they are difficult to grow and the options are dumbfounding. There is so much to discuss but I don’t have that much space therefore I will just cover the basics and suggest you visit Clemson Cooperative Extension, for more details. Read more
Cary, NC – Every year is different, but by the beginning of September, it’s time to get started with Fall planting. This year, I recommend starting with some annual flowers and some leafy greens. Read more
Cary, NC – We have definitely had our share of heat this summer and it has probably taken a toll on your potted plants. You may need to completely start over and that’s fine because there are some great late-summer container ideas that will last through fall and into early winter before the first frost. Read more
Cary, NC – The sun is blazing and rain has been scarce since July. What do in the garden in August? Read more
Cary, NC – We are in the middle of July and the heat is getting strong. So when watering your lawn and plants, here are some tips on the best ways to use water for your garden. Read more
Cary, NC – Now that the weather is getting hotter, it is time to be more conscientious about water use. And one easy way to manage your water is by rethinking how you care for your lawn. Read more
Cary, NC – In our last gardening column, we talked about bugs in your garden but neglected to discuss slugs and snails. So now, take a deep dive with us into the world of gastropoda. Read more
Cary, NC – We are officially in the Summer season now which means new steps to take to make sure your garden is well taken care of. Read more
Cary, NC – Cary is known for being a good-looking town but that does not all happen naturally. And at this year’s Garden Clubs of North Carolina, Inc. Convention, the gardeners who work to make Cary’s gardens bloom took home several of the night’s biggest awards. Read more
Cary, NC – In May, the Piedmont gardener’s thoughts turn to Summer flowers, vegetables and things that like hot weather. Read more