Wednesday, August 10, 2011, 08:00 AM - Landscaping
[Photo credit: Jeff Hahn]
The Extension Office at the U of M recently published an informative article about the Japanese Beetle. Here is just a snippet...
Q: Are there any non-chemical methods for managing Japanese Beetles?
A: The best method is physical removal. A good way to do this is to take a pail of soapy water and brush them off or pick them off by hand so they end up in the pail. The soapy water kills them. If you just knock them off plants, they will fly and return to them. It is best to do this right away in the morning or in evening when they are less active.
For the complete Q&A, go to the University of Minnesota's website.
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Tuesday, August 9, 2011, 08:00 AM - Landscaping
The bright colors of this succulent wreath recently caught our eye. If you missed our succulent wreath-making class back in April, head over to PrudentBaby.com for detailed instructions.
Too much color for you? Check out the gorgeous inspiration succulent wreath at Viva Terra.
Be sure not to miss our next garden club meeting Tuesday, August 16. We'll be learning about storing and freezing vegetables from your garden. If you're not currently a garden club member, stop in to our store to sign up. Members receive exclusive discounts at Lawn King.
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Monday, August 8, 2011, 08:00 AM - Landscaping
Who says you can't take your garden with you?
Check out this very unique Garden Planter Necklace ($32) and the rest of Mr. Lentz' store at Etsy.com. Or win this necklace for FREE!! View complete contest rules at Etsy. Contest ends August 12, 2011.
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Saturday, August 6, 2011, 08:00 AM - Landscaping
We just spotted this idea & thought it was a clever way to recycle pallets left over from your recent sod delivery (or new furniture).
See the tutorial over at www.lifeonthebalcony.com.
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Wednesday, July 27, 2011, 10:20 PM - Landscaping
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Tuesday, April 26, 2011, 10:28 AM - Landscaping
After the snow (finally!) disappeared, you may have been a little dismayed by the number of yellow circles your puppy left behind in your backyard.
A healthy treatment of lime and grass seed are the perfect remedy. First, use lime to neutralize the damage, then apply grass seed (or sod). When applying grass seed or sod, be sure to keep the area damp until the grass successfully establishes roots (usually a two-week commitment).
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Monday, April 25, 2011, 10:22 AM - Landscaping
New plants and flowers arriving weekly!
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Sunday, April 24, 2011, 10:05 AM - Landscaping
Now is the time to prevent crabgrass! Use a granular product in a fertilizer spreader once in the spring (before your lilacs begin to bloom) and again in the fall.
If you don't have a spreader, Lawn King rents them out for $5 / day.
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Saturday, April 23, 2011, 10:56 AM - Landscaping
Ahh... What a cutie!
For the other 364 days a year when bunnies are NOT welcome in your yard and garden (and Fido isn't doing the trick), we recommend "Repels All" by Bonide.
Apply to your garden every 2 months, or more often if it's an especially rainy season.
For more information, visit BonideProducts.com or stop in and see us.
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Friday, April 22, 2011, 04:45 PM - Landscaping
Boxelder bugs seem to be worse than ever this spring.
Instead of soapy water (which is harmful to your soil's ecosystem), we recommend using Bonide Eight Insect Control -it comes in several varieties (indoor, outdoor, spray, dust, etc.). For more information, visit BonideProducts.com or stop in and see us.
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