In the Garden Blog

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Ron Wilson

10 Tips on Bringing Plants Inside for Winter

This week, we share “10 Tips on Bringing Plants Inside for Winter.” If you’ve been growing your tropical and non-hardy plants outdoors,  it is time to prepare them to bring indoors. By beginning the process… Continue Reading

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Ron Wilson

What is the best time to water plants?

The common question is, “What is the best time to water new plants?” Here are some general tips on when and how to water plants: The most common way to water new trees and plants… Continue Reading

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Ron Wilson

9 Must Have Shrubs to Plant this Fall

Fall is for planting, especially trees and shrubs. By planting shrubs in the fall, you are allowing for excellent root growth. This time of year, we often are asked, “What is a showy shrub for… Continue Reading

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Nikki Natorp

Growing Hosta

Are you planning on growing hostas? They are excellent plant choice, especially for new gardeners because they are low maintenance and a long-living plant. Choosing Hostas for Your Garden Hostas come in a wide range… Continue Reading

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Ron Wilson

Native Plants

Why Grow Native Plants?  Natives are easy to grow and beneficial to our local environment and help conservation efforts. In addition, to local wildlife. What are Native Plants? Plants considered native are those that originated… Continue Reading

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Ron Wilson

Straw Bale Gardening

We’re all familiar with container gardening and the many benefits it has to offer. But, here’s another exciting option to growing plants in pots, straw bale gardening. Why not grow plants in straw or hay… Continue Reading

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Nikki Natorp

How to Care for Hydrangeas

Are you wondering, How to Care for your Hydrangea? Natorp’s hydrangea growers provide their expert advice from growing over thirty different types of hydrangeas in Cincinnati soils. Sunlight  Most will do best in morning sun… Continue Reading

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Ron Wilson

How to Choose Shade Plants for the Garden

As gardeners, we love our plants and want plants that will survive and thrive in our gardens. By choosing the right plants for your shade garden, the shady area of your garden can become your… Continue Reading

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Ron Wilson

Magnolia Trees

From their glossy leaves to their fragrant flowers, magnolia trees are stars of the landscape. The magnolia comes in an assortment of colorful blooms from butter colored to vibrant pinks. While the fragrance and petals… Continue Reading

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Ron Wilson

Spring Gardening Questions

Spring Gardening is here in Cincinnati! It’s time for spring gardening! Our garden experts are answering the most popular spring gardening questions. “How soon can we start planting our tomato and pepper plants?” One of… Continue Reading