SPRING INTO ACTION! PAYNE’S NURSERIES ARE OVERFLOWING WITH EVERYTHING YOU NEED FOR A BLOOMING SEASON!

Hey there, GREEN THUMBS! Guess what? We’ve got a fresh batch of gardening supplies ready and waiting for you! From trusty trowels, pruners, and rakes to colorful pottery, seed starting supplies, and a plethora of starter plants and full grown plants. We’ve got all the supplies you need to get your garden game on point. 


Need nutrient soil, amendments, and conditioners to give your plants that extra boost? We’ve got you covered. And don’t even get me started on our seed selection—talk about variety! 


So whether you’re a seasoned pro or just dipping your toes into the gardening world, swing by either Payne’s Nursery location and check out what we’ve got in stock. 


Your garden will thank you later!

WHOO HOO! OUR BULBS ARE HERE AT THE SOUTH STORE! (The NORTH store should have them by next week)

FLOWERING & VEGGIE BULBS ARE HERE and PRE-PACKAGED FRUITS!

Why is planting flowering, fruit and vegetable bulbs a good idea now that Spring is coming?
For the following reasons:
• Timing: Spring is the perfect time to plant bulbs, as the ground has thawed, and temperatures are warm enough for bulbs to sprout.
• Variety: Bulbs offer a wide variety of flowering, fruiting, and vegetable options to choose from. This variety can add color, flavor, and nutrition to your garden and home.
• Low maintenance: Once bulbs are planted, they require very little maintenance. They are low maintenance, making them perfect for busy gardeners.
• Health benefits: Growing your own fruits and vegetables can provide health benefits, as they are often fresher and more nutritious than store-bought produce. Plus, gardening is a great form of exercise and stress relief.

Payne’s sells ONLY the biggest, highest quality bulbs to make sure you get the largest, longest-lasting, most brilliantly colored blooms for Summer!

Onion and garlic sets, Dahlias, Lilies, Freesia, Gladiolas, Crocosmia, Potato sets, and more! 

WE ALSO have fruit packages such as Kiwi and Fig at the NORTH location AND we have pre-packaged Raspberries, Blackberries and Grapes at BOTH locations.

Stop by either store and choose from our great selection!

TJ’s TIP: Don’t forget to sprinkle a little super phosphate in the hole while you are planting the bulbs and also sprinkle a little more on the soil surface to assure healthy growth.

10 SPRING GARDENING TIPS AND CHORES

By Janet Loughrey, Garden Writer & Photographer


After an interminably long, cold winter, gardeners are anxious to be outside and get their hands in the dirt. As memories of harsh winter storms fade in the warmer days of spring, it’s time to think about waking up the garden for the new growing season. With so much to get done, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed on where to begin. By planning ahead and getting yourself organized, spring chores can be a snap. Here are some tips to get you started:
Seed starting
Start seeds of vegetables and annuals indoors 6-8 weeks before you plan to set them out. Make a planting schedule so that seedlings are mature at the optimal time for your region. Once soil temperature reaches 40 degrees F, crops such as greens, radishes and peas can be directly sown. Wait until soil temperature warms to 50 degrees F to plant cabbage, onions and Swiss chard. Summer vegetables can be sown in late spring. 


Prune shrubs and vines
Now is the time to prune roses, (some) shrubs and perennial vines. Remove dead branches and shape plants once new growth appears. Research proper pruning techniques and timing for each variety, and hold off on pruning spring bloomers until after they flower. 

Prepare ornamental beds
Start with areas where spring blooming bulbs are peeking out of the ground to spiff up early color displays. Rake out surface debris and cut back perennials and ornamental grasses before new growth appears. Top dress with several inches of homemade compost or well-seasoned manure, which will add slow-release nutrients, suppress weeds and conserve water during warm summer months. 

Edible plantingRemove surface debris such as leaves or mulch from vegetable beds to help warm the soil. To avoid compaction, wait until soil has dried out sufficiently before tilling. If soil crumbles when you try to make a ball, then it’s time to work the beds. Add amendments such as aged compost, manure and trace minerals before planting early crops of lettuce, radishes, kale, peas and onions. Protect young plants from late frosts with a cloche or cold frame. 

CLICK HERE to read more.

YOU CAN START TO USE DORMANT OIL as long as your plants are not budding!

Dormant oil should typically be applied to plants during their dormant period, which is usually in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. This timing helps to effectively smother overwintering pests and their eggs, as well as prevent the spread of diseases.

It’s crucial to check the specific recommendations for each type of plant and the dormant oil product you’re using, as application timing can vary depending on factors such as plant species and local climate conditions. 
Applying dormant oil too late can risk damaging new growth, so it’s best to follow the instructions carefully and apply it before buds start to swell or open.

ASK OUR GARDENING EXPERTS ABOUT DORMANT OIL AND ITS USES!

ASK THE GARDEN GURU?

WHY ARE FRESH HERBS A GREAT IDEA FOR GARDENING INSIDE DURING WINTERY DAYS!

ANOTHER GREAT QUESTION!

In this week’s archived show from previous years, the Garden Guru said gardeners should never stop gardening – especially during these late winter months. So why not grow your own herbs.

Lynn said that growing herbs indoors is easy! Stop by Payne’s Nurseries and ask to see our herb selection. Payne’s has about 15 to 20 different varieties of herbs — the common ones, being Basil, Chives, Parsley, Sage, Rosemary, and Thyme … we’ve all heard that one before! There’s lots of recipes that call for a garnish of fresh Chives, a variety of Mint or fresh Parsley and they’re simple to grow in a sunny window!

CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO THE GARDEN GURU’S ARCHIVED RADIO SHOW ON THIS TOPIC.

HAPPY GARDENING!

VALERIE’S VIEW from the Greenhouse!

DO YOU HAVE TULIPS AND DAFFODILS?
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These are the two questions that I have been asked most this week. Unfortunately, the Tulips and Daffodils should have been planted in the Fall. Tulip bulbs require at least 14 weeks of cold weather to help them store the required nutrients to bloom when the weather warms.
 
As for the pansies, they are in the works. Our plants in the greenhouse are rooted in but are just starting to bloom. They will be blooming by next weekend. They can be planted outside now as long as the night temperatures are above freezing. Once they are established, the cold will not hurt them. It would be best to harden them off a few days before planting.
 
We have received the potatoes and onions and other bulbs.  Potatoes and onions can be planted as long as the temperatures in the ground are above 29 degrees. The rest should wait until ground temperatures are around 55 degrees.
 
HAPPY GARDENING!
 

WE’LL LOAD YOUR TRUCK UP WITH A VARIETY OF SOIL, MULCHES AND COMPOST!

Bring your pick-up truck or dump truck and we’ll load you up — or we’ll deliver your mulch and compost to your home for an additional charge. Call us at 505-424-0336 for a quote on the cost for your delivery.

The staff at Payne’s Organic Soil Yard (POSY) includes well-known local mulch and compost expert Sam McCarthy. Sam’s depth of experience and knowledge, combined with top quality soils and mulches, makes POSY the best choice for all your yard and garden needs.

CLICK HERE for more information or call SAM “the WORM MAN” if you have any questions regarding BULK soil, mulch, pumice or compost at 505-424-0336.

Did you know that Payne’s Organic Soil Yard (POSY) is the largest and oldest composting company in Northern New Mexico? We are almost as old as dirt!

PAYNE’S PHOTO OF THE WEEK!

PHOTO OF THE WEEK!

FRESH AROMATIC MINT

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ZODIAC SIGNS AND GARDENING? HERE’S THIS CYCLES PROFILE.

by The Old Farmer’s Almanac

Here’s THIS MONTHS ZODIAC SIGN PROFILE AND HOW IT CAN HELP YOU GARDEN:


PICESE (February 20 – March 20 )
Pisces completes the winter. Spring is just around the corner, so a sense of change is inherent in this sign. Pisceans generally possess a sense of creativity, so look for graceful plants such as lupines and poppies to be scattered around your yard. A rainbow of colors splashes brilliantly in front of your doors and alongside your walkways. Cucumbers, melons, and summer squashes appeal to your watery natures. Many Pisces love to cook, and hearty chicken or fish soups are always simmering on your stove and in your slow cooker. Gazpacho and vichyssoise are also perennial favorites.