You’ve worked hard all season tending your garden and landscape, and you’re ready for a well-deserved break. But before you kick back, there’s one last chore worth tackling: giving your garden tools a little TLC before tucking them away for the winter. Though tools should ideally be cleaned after each use, let’s be honest, that doesn’t always happen. By fall, many of us have pruners coated […]
As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, your garden slows down—and it’s the perfect time to slow down with it. November may feel like the quiet end of the gardening season, but it’s actually an ideal moment to reflect on your landscape and start dreaming about next spring. Take a Garden Walk Bundle up and […]
The chilly season is upon us, and our outdoor gardens are tucked in for the winter. So how can we satisfy the plant nurturer within us? This is the perfect time to turn our attention to houseplants, the greenery that keeps us connected to nature even when the outdoors feels drab and gray. As daylight hours shorten […]
November brings a quieter rhythm to the garden. Frost is touching tender vegetables, trees are dropping their last leaves, and the landscape is slowly settling into winter. While the growing season is winding down, now is the perfect time to tie up loose ends, protect plants and outdoor spaces, and set yourself up for a smooth start […]
The days are shorter, the nights are cooler, and you can almost feel frost creeping closer. In the Treasure Valley, our first fall frost usually arrives in October, sometimes earlier in the foothills. A light frost might nip tender plants, but a hard freeze can end the growing season overnight. With a little prep, you […]
While I appreciate the cozy quiet of fall and winter, nothing lifts my spirits quite like those first blooms of spring. The sight of tulips, daffodils, crocuses, and other cheerful flowers pushing through the soil feels like a promise of brighter days ahead. With just a little planting now, you’re gifting your future self a […]
Garlic is one of the easiest and most rewarding crops you can grow in your garden. With just a little effort in the fall, you’ll be rewarded the following summer with bulbs full of rich, homegrown flavor. Here’s everything you need to know about planting garlic in your own backyard. Why Plant Garlic in Fall? […]
Fall is nearly here, and while the days are getting shorter, your garden still has plenty to keep you busy! September is a wonderful transition month—a time to enjoy cooler weather while also setting up your landscape for success in the seasons ahead. Here’s your handy checklist: Get planting Autumn is one of the best […]
As we approach autumn and our gardens begin to wind down for the season, you may find yourself asking a common question: Should I cut back my perennials now, or wait until spring? The answer isn’t as simple as a yes or no. In fact, there’s no one-size-fits all approach. The right timing for pruning […]
Fall is hands-down the best time to give your lawn a little extra love here in the Treasure Valley. The nights are cooler, the days are mild, and your grass is ready to recover from the summer heat. A little effort now means your lawn will roll into spring thicker, greener, and healthier. Here are some […]
