YARD STOCK! WE JUST RECEIVED 
A NICE SHIPMENT OF YARD STOCK PLANTS  INCLUDING SHRUBS, VINES AND PERENNIALS!

AND WE ALSO JUST RECEIVED A SHIPMENT OF PERENNIALS
Stop by both locations and choose from the many colors and varieties we have in stock!

Now that we are in FULL SUMMER MODE and your beginning to water more … you need to keep an eye on your Summer watering!

If you have an irrigation system or soaker hoses, check lines and hoses to make sure that there are no creases, cracks or cut lines. We tend to forget about our systems thinking they are working perfectly all the time. 
If you check regularly, you’ll have more peace of mind that your plants are getting watered properly and that you are not wasting water due to a malfunction!

1. Lavender
You may know lavender by its scent, but that’s only one of this herb’s endearing qualities. Lavender plantis easy to grow, it thrives in heat and well-draining soil, requires little in the way of pest control, fertilizer, and, once established, is water-wise. Its scent is soothing, which is why its essential oil is a prized ingredient in many aromatherapy products, such as lotions and candles. And you can even cook with lavender flowers. Varieties Include: English Lavender – Lavendula angustifolia, Lavendula Meerlo Sunset (a beautiful variegated variety), Low H20 Lavender, Hidcote and more. 

2. Lantana
A showy, heat and drought tolerant shrub with large, bright colors of flower clusters. The tidy, mounded, trailing habit works well for borders, containers, or mass plantings. Produces virtually no seeds, saving energy for a constant show of blooms. Thrives in average, well-drained soils. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season. Once established in the landscape, reduce frequency; water potted plants when soil surface becomes dry.

3. Salvia
Salvia is a must have for California Landscapes. They are drought tolerant, hardy, attractive to pollinators and beautiful too. Varieties Include: Friendship Sage or Amistad, Victoria Blue, Amethyst Lips.

4. Rosemary – Barbecue
Barbecue rosemary, a robust and fragrant herb, is often used to enhance the flavor of grilled meats and vegetables. Its woody stems can serve as skewers, imparting a subtle, aromatic taste to dishes as they cook over an open flame. This versatile herb not only adds a gourmet touch to barbecue recipes but also infuses them with a delightful, piney aroma that elevates the overall dining experience.

5. Marigolds
Marigolds thrive in sunlight and warm temperatures because their vibrant blooms require ample light for photosynthesis and energy. The heat enhances their growth, ensuring they remain healthy and produce abundant, colorful flowers.

HOW MUCH WATERING SHOULD WE BE DOING NOW?

ANOTHER GREAT QUESTION!

In this week’s archived show from previous years, the Garden Guru talked about how often we should be watering our plants during the summer heat? 

Lynn said that customers ask that question often and that there in not ONE answer for that! He explained that as a plant absorbs water, there’s a process called transpiration, meaning the roots absorb the moisture and it travels through the vascular system of the plant and then it’s lost through the leaf with transpiration! So when it’s hot and dry and windy … that increases the transpiration and then it’s termed “evapotranspiration”. 

Listen to the Garden Guru’s tip and find out why you should water thoroughly – when you water – and then let your plants dry out between each watering?

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

HAPPY GARDENING!

Stop by both locations for our complete selection of grasses that we just received!