by Tracy Bogard | Nov 17, 2023 | Information, Tips & Ideas
November Garden Checklist 2023 November Garden Checklist Plant spring bulbs Clean and oil garden tools Apply chicken manure to age over winter Winterize roses – Leave rosehips on until spring, protect from west (winter) winds, 4-6 inches mulch crowns 1-2 times per...
by Tracy Bogard | Jun 25, 2023 | Information, Tips & Ideas
Plants for Pollinators Plants for Pollinators The link below is to the native plants for pollinators and beneficial insects for AZ, NM and CO Plateaus. These plants are attractive to a diversity of pollinators, providing pollen and nectar for bees, butterflies, wasps,...
by Tracy Bogard | Jun 1, 2023 | Information, Tips & Ideas
Is Your Landscape Sustainable? Is Your Landscape Sustainable? A sustainable garden is a work in progress. This checklist provides signposts you can use along the way in your journey toward sustainable gardening. Answer the following questions to determine how...
by Tracy Bogard | Apr 16, 2023 | Information, Tips & Ideas
Safe Gardening Safe Gardening Avid gardeners tout the benefits of gardening, which are many. It’s easy to forget gardening also can be hazardous, at least until the gardener is in a doctor’s office with an injury or condition that needs professional support. According...
by Tracy Bogard | Apr 16, 2023 | Information, Tips & Ideas
April Garden Checklist 2023 April Garden Checklist Know the date of your last spring frost before planting Harden off seedlings and young plants before plantings Use 70% Isopropyl Alcohol spray to disinfect pruners between rose bushes FINALLY – time to prune your...
by Tracy Bogard | Mar 15, 2023 | Information, Tips & Ideas
What Is Sustainable Gardening? What is Sustainable Gardening? Home gardeners can be an important part of the solution to climate change by using sustainable practices. Sustainable practices and landscape techniques can slow further warming by reducing carbon...
