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With talk of water rationing coming from all areas of California, I thought it might be appropriate to go over some tips on water conservation. Even though we have always been quite lucky with our water supply here in...
Posted by admin
- Mon Jun 16, 2008 11:02:53 PDT
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Although I refuse to believe summer is here yet, I have seen signs that it is approaching, so let’s get a jump on it. I was out in my garden today, beginning to prepare for the approaching heat. After living here most of my life,...
Posted by admin
- Mon May 19, 2008 11:04:12 PDT
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Well, it looks like spring is in full swing. Everything in the garden is waking up, including bugs and weeds. Let’s talk about making the garden chores a little easier with a few tips that might help:
First of all, check your...
Posted by admin
- Mon Apr 7, 2008 11:07:32 PDT
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As I walked through the nursery last weekend, I noticed different aromas wafting by. I realized that spring is truly coming. I’m a bit tired of cold days and really tired of cold wind. With some luck we will be saying hello to...
Posted by admin
- Sun Mar 23, 2008 21:04:24 PDT
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This is a wide open question. Last week the ground hog saw his shadow and retreated back into his burrow. According to him, we’ll have at least six more weeks of winter! On the other hand if you listen to the Easter Bunny, Easter...
Posted by admin
- Tue Feb 26, 2008 18:13:47 PST
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This is a wide open question. Last week the ground hog saw his shadow and retreated back into his burrow. According to him, we’ll have at least six more weeks of winter! On the other hand if you listen to the Easter Bunny, Easter...
Posted by admin
- Mon Feb 11, 2008 16:49:48 PST
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As I was thinking about resolutions and the coming year it dawned on me: how about one thing I could do better in my yard? How about something that could save me time, work and money? That would be good! So this year I’m going to...
Posted by admin
- Mon Jan 14, 2008 10:40:58 PST
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After owning a nursery for 45 years in Bakersfield we have become quit familiar with what people need this time of year. Whether it be a last minute gift for a special person or a way to deal with a Kern County winter here are some...
Posted by admin
- Mon Dec 17, 2007 10:37:43 PST
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Every spring customers come in and are ready to plant their annual flowers. Well you can wait until spring, but that is definitely not the best time. The best time to plant your spring flowers is right now. By planting now you will end...
Posted by admin
- Mon Nov 5, 2007 10:39:50 PST
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As you drive around Bakersfield you can not help but see many dark purple trees in the yards of homeowners and in commercial landscapes. Not only can you see these trees locally, but I have observed them with my wife at Hearst Castle and...
Posted by stevenashby
- Thu Oct 4, 2007 12:19:30 PDT
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As we watch the calendar we know fall is approaching. Even though current temperatures aren’t reflecting the seasonal change just yet, we can look forward to this most delightful time of year. This will be your best opportunity...
Posted by admin
- Wed Sep 19, 2007 09:49:43 PDT
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As I am out surveying my yard after spraying for weeds and then a few days later for ants, I have concluded that one of these will probably take over the world! Among my many yard tasks this month control of these is quite...
Posted by admin
- Thu Aug 30, 2007 09:07:13 PDT
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Probably the question most frequently asked during this time of year is, “How often should I water?”
Seems like a pretty easy question! The question is simple enough, but there are a few factors that must be considered...
Posted by krobinson
- Tue Jul 31, 2007 16:20:58 PDT
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As I walk through the nursery jotting down summer blooming plants I’m flooded with memories. Growing up in the nursery brings all kinds of pictures to mind. You see, my mom and dad bought their first nursery in June some 45 years...
Posted by admin
- Mon Jun 4, 2007 17:58:01 PDT
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This week I was out in my yard and getting more and more irritated! It seemed like every time I turned around there was another problem. Some were creepy crawlies, some were growing plants and others were furry little critters —...
Posted by admin
- Tue May 15, 2007 15:24:10 PDT
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