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In the Greenhouse: May 2012

Step inside our greenhouses…

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How to Measure for Rock & Mulch

Measure width x length (in feet) = total area. For example, 3 feet wide x 10 feet long = 30 square feet. Landscape Rock One ton coveres 70 square feet, 3 inches deep One bag covers 4 square feet, 3 … Continue reading

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Pros & Cons of Landscape Rock

Here are some things to consider as you decide between landscape rock and wood mulch. Landscape Rock Pros While rock and mulch cost approximately the same up front, rock is ultimately cheaper and easier to maintain in the long run. … Continue reading

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Fairy Garden Workshop

 Saturday, May 5 — from 9am to Noon. Cost for workshop is $20. Fee covers 12” bowl, potting soil, 5 plants (2.5” pots), plus flagstone and rocks. Or bring your own container and deduct $2. Please RSVP to sue @ lawnkingnursery.com.

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Austrian Pine Trees

Austrian Pine trees grow to 60 feet and a circumference of 20 to 40 feet.

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Fat Albert Spruce Tree

Hey, hey, hey! Fat Albert Spruce trees grow to 10 to 15 feet high, with a circumference of 8 to 12 feet.

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Black Hills Spruce Tree

Plant a row of Black Hills Spruce trees to keep out the wind and cold during the winter. They grow to 30 to 60 feet tall, with a circumference of 15 to 25 feet.

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Pink Spires Crabapple Tree

One of the best parts about spring is seeing the Pink Spires Crabapple trees in full bloom. Here, the blossoms are just about to open.

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Join Us on Pinterest

At long last, we have set up our Pinterest boards! (Invitation issues – ack.) If you are on Pinterest as well, let us know! We would love to create a collaborative gardening-theme board with you. Follow our boards at Pinterest.com/lawnking.

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Garden Statuary & Decor

Looking for something unique for your garden? We just might have it. We for sure have all the classic, never go-out-of-style items for your front yard (and patio).

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