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Written by David S. Blossom End Rot is a very common garden problem. It is not really a disease as the vector that causes the situation is a mineral deficiency and not a bacterial or viral infection. There is also a lot of poor information on the internet about blossom end rot and some of […]
Written by David S. The key to beautiful shrubs and roses is soil health, and that means managing the soil’s nutrient load. Fertilizers are the primary method by which to do that. They are either organic or synthetic, and while they have the same blend of chemicals, they act differently. For example, If you apply […]
Written by David S. Here it is Fall in Southern California, and we are suggesting that now is the best time to buy citrus trees. Many garden guides tell you that late spring is the best time to plant citrus, but we are a bit contrary to that. What those wise gardeners are looking at […]
Written by David S. If you have ever walked through a beautiful garden and said quietly to yourself that you’d love this to be your yard, well, there is a lot of work that goes into a gorgeous yard and part of that chore list includes recognizing plant issues and dealing with them before they […]
Written by David S. If you are new to Department 56, then prepare to get excited. They are a US-based company that focuses on holiday items and collectibles. They are widely known for their lit Christmas villages but also make and sell ornaments and Snowbabies. While the focus seems to be Christmas, they have plenty […]
By Richard Flowers, ACCNP-Green Thumb Nursery-Ventura Upright Rosemary can be used anytime during the year but during the holidays it holds a unique place in peoples hearts. This versatile plant has a myriad of benefits when growing in your landscape. It is not bothered by deer or rabbits, tolerates salt spray, wind, alkaline soils, drought, […]
By Richard Flowers, ACCNP-Green Thumb Nursery-Ventura Begonias are one of the most popular plants around. They provide outstanding flower or foliage color for a shade loving garden. These perennials are excellent in containers, hanging baskets or in the ground used in borders and mass plantings. Many gardeners alike get frustrated when they see their beautiful […]
Written by David S. November is a great time to plant fruit trees in your Southern California yard. Why now and not this coming spring? There are actually a few good reasons, and we will explain them below. The Selection is Great In Fall The bare root stock does not show up until late winter […]
By: Richard Flowers, ACCNP Green Thumb Nursery- Ventura Countless times everyday people come up to me with a sample of their citrus leaves. The leaves have squiggly lines all throughout the surface, the leaves are curled and distorted. They want to know what is wrong and how do I cure it? The problem they are […]
Written by David S. When you look at fertilizer products, there is a series of three numbers separated by a hyphen – 7-7-7- or 10-5-6. What do those numbers mean and how do they apply to your garden project. Keep reading, and we will answer that question so that you never have to wonder what […]