In the Garden Blog

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Alan Cohen

A New Peony for the Garden, Introducing Itoh Peony

Introducing a New Twist on a Class: The Itoh Peony The Itoh Peony is a new twist on an old fashion perennial favorite from the Victorian era.  Itoh Peonies are known as an ‘intersectional Peony,’… Continue Reading

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Ron Wilson

Do Perennials Grow Back Each Year?

A common question from those beginner gardeners, “Do perennials grow back each year?” Yes, they do. Perennials can be an important part of the foundation of your beds and borders. Because they are important to… Continue Reading

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Rita Heikenfeld

Hot Peppers

Natorp’s grows over 80 types that do great here in Cincinnati. I am not joking! Mr. Natorp loves peppers, particularly hot peppers! With so many choices from hot to sweet, there is a perfect pepper… Continue Reading

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Ron Wilson

How to Create a Privacy Screen

Need Privacy? Find out how to create a privacy screen. Natorp’s in-store landscape designers are sharing their tips on how to create a  privacy screen that will reduce noise and hide any unsightly views. From… Continue Reading

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Ron Wilson

11 Tree Care Tips for Fall

Our tree experts are sharing their 11 Tree Care Tips for Fall. As fall ends here in Cincinnati, and the regular gardening season winds down, we wanted you to have a fall tree care checklist… Continue Reading

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Ron Wilson

25 Things That Will Make Your Garden Amazing

As the weather gets colder here in Cincinnati, we have 25 things that you need to do to make your garden amazing this spring. Top 25 Things to Do in the Garden Provide good soil… Continue Reading

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Ron Wilson

How to keep squirrels away from spring bulbs?

Every year, we get this question from gardeners, “How do I keep squirrels from newly planted spring bulbs?” Squirrel Proof Your Spring-Flowering Bulbs Nothing worse than spending time and hard work planting spring-flowering bulbs, only… Continue Reading

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Ron Wilson

How To Protect Your Trees from Deer Damage

How to Protect Your Trees from Deer Damage As we look toward the fall and plant new trees, I want to remind you that if you have any signs of deer in your neighborhood, you… Continue Reading

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Ron Wilson

Fast Growing Trees: Create Privacy for Your Landscape

How can I create privacy in my backyard? An easy way to create privacy is to plant a screen with fast-growing trees and ornamental grasses. We asked our tree experts on their advice for choosing… Continue Reading

Posted by:
Ron Wilson

How to Water Plants

HOW TO WATER PLANTS The most common way to water new plants is by letting a garden hose trickle at the base of the plant, soaking the root ball.  Also, you can use stationary sprinklers… Continue Reading