Good morning everyone! What beautiful weather we are having this week. I don't know about you, but these spring-like temperatures are making me want to get out in the garden and get my hands dirty! And with the weekend fast approaching, now is the perfect time. If you have been bit with a similar bug, here are a few lawn and garden tips to keep in mind for the month of April. Fescue lawns will greatly benefit from a dose of Fertilome Weed Out which will kill any germinated weeds in the lawn. Two applications may be necessary before temperatures steadily reach 90 degrees. Be sure to apply ONLY to lawn areas, as it will damage plants and trees. Additionally, now is the time for a second application of Hi Yield Crabgrass control.
Now is also the perfect time for mulch renewal around trees and shrubs. Not only does mulch supress weed growth and help retain moisture in the soil, it just looks good. Just be careful not to overdo it. About 3 to 4 inches of mulch is enough for a shrub bed or under a tree. Make sure the mulch doesn't gather around the base of the tree and touch the bark. This could invite rot damage and problems.
Options at the garden center include bark nuggets in bags and pine needles in bushels, to name just a few. We also offer triple shredded hardwood mulch in bulk. We have a full menu and sample jars of all our mulches, composts, and landscape materials at the front desk in the Greenhouse to help you with your selection. Delivery and mulch installation are available. Call for details.
At Garden Supply, we have everything you need to get your yards in tip-top shape this spring. We are here 7 days a week and are ready to assist you in achieving the perfect lawn and a beautiful garden. Come talk to our experts. You'll be glad you did.
Thanks so much for stopping by and happy gardening!