WE ARE OPEN WEEKDAYS 9AM-6PM, SATURDAY 8AM-6PM & SUNDAY 11AM-5PM JOURNAL September 15, 2020 5-Tips for Fall Mums Follow these 5-tips and get the most out of your Crysanthemums. Plus, find ‘mums’ at our two Cary locations this fall! June 4, 2020 Strengthen Your Lawn Expend extra energy and strengthen your lawn this season using three products... May 19, 2020 Fountain Features Compose a natural melody and highlight your flowers and foliage, inside and outside, with a fountain or water feature! April 30, 2020 Flowers for Mom Plant a gift or gift a plant! Pick something spectacular and encourage plant care this Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 10, 2020! April 1, 2020 Pizza Garden Grow your own Pizza Garden with this short list of ingredients and tips for easy planting and maintenance! March 19, 2020 Purple Cabbage Challenge Exercise your brain and check out this Purple Cabbage Challenge! March 14, 2020 Cool-Season Edible Gardens There’s plenty of time to plant cool-season vegetables. Read tips for preparing, planting, fertilizing and crop rotation. Garden Supply Co. front beds are packed with beets, Brussels sprouts, leafy greens and more… February 6, 2020 Grounded in Gardening February traditionally denotes a time for doting… on someone else! This year, show yourself some love and ground yourself in gardening with help from Garden Supply Co… January 19, 2020 You mean, Camellias? The symbolic meaning behind the camellia makes this flowering shrub a great gift. Grow decorative camellias in the ground or in containers and enjoy it’s evergreen features year-round. Read more about this historic, yet trendy plant… December 29, 2019 Home with Hygge Pronounced “hyoo-guh,” the Danish and Norwegian concept of hygge is gaining popularity all over the world! Embrace hygge like a warm hug this winter by creating both the space and the time for family, friends and great fun! December 20, 2019 Christmas Cactus: Not a cactus? Favorite Trends Commonly called a Christmas cactus, you may be surprised to find out what makes these epiphytes very different from true cacti… December 2, 2019 Scents of the Season Feeling nostalgic this time of year? Tickle your senses and float around Garden Supply Co. to sniff out your favorite scents of the season! November 19, 2019 Your Mom’s Hot Toddy Journal Pour a delicious, classic cocktail and mix in local honey from Garden Supply Co. Shop sweet or sour citrus and start keeping your very own bee hive! November 12, 2019 Birds of a Feather Flock Together Journal, Gardening Tips, Favorite Trends, Combination Inspiration, New Arrivals, Birds “ If you’re a bird, I’m a bird. — The Notebook BIRDS IN STORE AT GARDEN SUPPLY CO. It’s no wonder folks of all ages continue to incorporate birds into their lives. Bird-watching, ornithology (the scientific study of birds) and conservancy are popular pastimes and a way of life for lots of people around North Carolina. Together with your November outdoor maintenance and transitional holiday decor, think, “What about the birds?” Garden Supply Co. has unique, hand-crafted bird houses and bird feeders in several designs and for all types of native North Carolina birds. Finches, woodpeckers, wrens, chickadees and nuthatches are just a few of the most beloved birds, aside from the always-attractive cardinal, who need homes this winter. Our gardeners are here to speak with you about the types of birds you intend to invite to your yard. If you enjoy bird-watching, welcome your favorite birds home and install a bird house today! Feeding your feathered friends will keep them coming back. Appeal to particular birds in our Cary area and shop our selection of specialty seed for finches, cardinals, woodpeckers and more. Keep the squirrels away with the ‘Hot Meats,’ by Coles. This blend is designed to get you more birds and less squirrels. Red bellied and red headed woodpeckers, both of whom have red heads, by the way, will thank you for refilling your suet. Garden Supply Co. has a variety of fruity, nutty suet combinations. Dried mealworms are the perfect high-protein fuel your backyard birds need to hunker down all winter. Find the best price around on All Natural Black Oil Sunflower bird seed, a preferred seed for all birds! Are you missing the hummingbirds already? Hang one in your tree, display one on your mantle or tuck one in your garland. Create a festive, feathery theme this holiday season and watch the birds from inside the comfort of your home. Advance your table setting with a handsome cardinal serving platter or assemble your centerpiece from our assortment of playful picks and sprays. Owls, cardinals and other enchanted, feathery creatures are hung with care all around our boutique. Ask our design specialists for the most up-to-date inventory, as some of these items are one-of-a-kind! Fly in today and see what’s in store! October 24, 2019 Guide to planting and maintaining fescue grass! Cool-season, turf-like fescue grass is perfect for northerners and homeowners living in harsh, dry climates. It is strong, resistant to groups of fast-spreading weeds, and surprisingly self-sufficient. Also, if you have active children or pets at home, you, too, could benefit from applying a sample patch of fescue grass to your yard. Here is how you can grow and maintain it. Start by planting the seeds late spring or early fall (fall is the best choice). Before seeding, be sure all weeds surrounding your planting area are cleared out and till the area approximately six inches deep. Also, rake the area and remove any large rocks or old piles of sod. Depending on the intensity and duration of the seasons surrounding your living environment, some people will need to start the seeding process earlier than others. Once soil temperatures reach the low-to-mid 60s (Fahrenheit), you will likely see good results. Remember, over-seeding is required when working with this type of grass. People generally over seed in October to help the grass recover from the times the grass suffered against the humidity and frequent showers during the summer. Beyond that, mow the grass between 2-3 inches every few months and leave the clippings on the ground. The clippings act as an additional layer of fertilizer. Fescue grass requires consistent maintenance in the summer, which won't work well for everyone. If you are willing to put the work in, your grass will stand strong through the duration of Winter. You will no longer feel stressed about a lawn that looks like a leaking brown slushy once spring arrives. For more information on the fescue grass seeding process or assistance with locating equipment, stop in, and a store associate will help you! October 19, 2019 Clever Halloween decorations for your garden and home! With Halloween quickly approaching, now is a great time to start repairing and redecorating the exterior of your home and transform your garden into a mysterious, ominous hotspot to attract nearby family and friends. We want you to take pride in creating a fun, festive garden scene that everyone can appreciate. If you find yourself struggling to come up with creative Halloween decorations, considering using the decoration ideas below as a guide - then, add in a unique twist. Seasonal candles While Fall arrives in different stages (some later than others), you can produce similar scents inside your home whenever you want. How, you might ask? Absorb a whiff of some of our best seasonal candles. Our well-lit, sensational candles can instantly improve the look and feel of your home. Pumpkin and Pinecone Wreaths Season wreaths comprised of pinecones and pumpkins are a clever way to light up the night while also adding flavor and texture to your property. Visitors coming from all different directions with stop and admire the beauty of these wreaths. They are affordable, customizable and easy to care for. In need of supplies? Look no further than stop by today! Witch decorations Within our fall selection, you will find notice a group of inspiring Halloween decorations, which includes a frog-like witch decoration (as seen on our Instagram page). The witches are a perfect complement to your setup. They are relatively light, easy to store and sturdy. Pumpkin Planter Pumpkin planters make wonderful porch decorations. They are easy to build and fun to design. We supply fresh pumpkins and healthy plants, which will help you piece together the project in minutes. Plan a visit with us and we will be happy to give you a tour of our purchasable holiday decorations or offer some feedback on your experimental ideas. October 6, 2019 Four Garden Tasks for the Month of October Record-breaking temperatures are on their way out of North Carolina (for now), which paves the way for a much needed cold front and patches of rainstorms to clean up our gardens. If you benefit from living in a frost-free state, October is a great time to plant some cool-weather crops and vegetables and repair any dried out areas of your garden. To sustain a healthy garden through the fall and winter months, we recommend you complete the following five tasks. 1) Divide your perennials Most species of perennials benefit from enduring a division every couple of years. Like other fast-growing plants, perennials can quickly expand and overcrowd your garden while slowing dying from the inside out. If you have Oriental lilies, hostas, peonies, daylilies, bearded irises, or Oriental poppies planted in your garden, closely monitor their growth patterns. Dividing perennials is easy. Grab a sharp spade and dig around the plant until you are safely able to lift it out of the ground. Then, cut the plant up into smaller pieces. Lastly, plant the new, smaller pieces at the previous depth. 2) Replenish your mulch inventory Now is an excellent time to spread an extra layer of mulch around your garden. Tightly pack a pile of mulch around each plant to protect it from freeze and thaw cycles. A 4-to 6-inch layer of shredded leaves, bark, or straw is plenty. For garden items planted less than a year ago, avoid trapping the trunk with too much mulch. 3) Start a compost pile Have you ever created a compost pile? If not, it is never too late to start. All those long hours of pulling weeds (and maybe a back muscle or two), raking up fallen leaves and discarding of kitchen waste doesn't have to go to waste. Those garden chores do serve a greater purpose. During some downtime over the weekend, collect and compile a mound of available leaves, dead weeds and kitchen waste, which can later create a nutrient-rich soil amendment. If space isn't available, consider investing in a compost bin. 4) Plant some vegetables Gardening is loads of fun when you get to eat your creations. In October, you can experiment in your garden by planting the following edible items: cabbage, collards, lettuce, carrots, mustard cauliflower, beets, and garlic. September 27, 2019 Easy to Grow Garden Fruits Gardening is extremely rewarding when you get to taste your creations. For those looking into gardening healthy foods, soft fruits are a solid starting point. Some gardeners like to start with berries and work their way up to larger, sweeter fruits. Beginners wishing to work with smaller berries can start with small containers before transitioning to full-size fruit trees. So, are you ready to put down those weeds and start growing your food? Let's get straight to it! 1) Strawberries Strawberries offer flexibility when it comes to usage and durability. They fit in well with a variety of seasonal dishes and maintain their flavor all year long. A strawberry's ability to thrive in both indoor and outdoor environments make it a fan favorite. They only need to be planted once and are easily movable when frost hits the ground. Ever bearing strawberries are popular because gardeners can get two harvests a year (June and late August/early September). 2) Pineapple Pineapples are surprisingly easy to grow when planted properly. When ready, cut the crown off of a pineapple. Next, soak it in water for a day or two. Lastly, place the pineapple in a gallon-sized container and place it under direct sunlight. It is that simple! Let it soak up the sun's rays and within no time, you will have yourself a delicious pineapple. 3) Tomatoes Shocking twist, I know. But yes, Tomatoes are considered a fruit. Like other small berries, tomatoes are often raised in a container. Tomatoes need more room to grow because they expand quickly and need a strong foundation to support their weight. 4) Watermelons Watermelons can grow outdoors or in a large container. Some people prefer to use a container because the vine often has a mind of its own. A vine left unmanaged can spiral out of control and wrap around other plants. If you are considering growing watermelons, keep in mind, they need a lot of water and direct access to sunlight to grow. Artificial sunlight or a comfortable living space next to a window will suffice. September 13, 2019 Four Easy, Low-Maintenance Shrubs and Plants For Your Garden Have you struggled with memorizing complex plant care routines recently? If so, consider adding these four easy, low-maintenance shrubs and plants to your garden. The following garden items will grow and thrive independently, which is great for someone who does not feel comfortable watching and maintaining plants daily. September 7, 2019 Special September Pansy Recipe To celebrate a successful first week of September, we have a special pansy recipe to share with you. Pansies, popular cool-weather garden additions, keep their vibrant, smooth texture during the fall and winter seasons. If taken care of properly, pansies can thrive in cold climates and often retain their color through the end of the year. Pansies can bloom twice when treated well. Gardeners generally enjoy planting these flowers now rather than during the summer months because they have been known to stand tall when challenged by colder temperatures. Now, are you ready to get outside and improve the attractiveness of your garden with a perfect pack of pansies? With great pleasure, we share our signature Garden Supply Company recipe. First, collect half a bag soil conditioner, one bag composted cow manure and one bag (4 lb.) of Plant Tone Organic Fertilizer. Once collected and layered over the ground, rake the supplies together, so the materials are evenly spread out. Next, insert the pansies, which should be placed 6" apart from one another. Finally, pack the bedding with the remaining soil conditioner. The planting process is that easy. Throughout the next couple of months, you will need to thoroughly water the plants, fertilize them every week with liquid food and apply granular fertilizer once a month. We hope you enjoy the pansy planting process as much as we do. If you have any additional questions, do not hesitate to reach out to a garden specialist. We are open every day of the week. Older Posts NEED A SPECIFIC GARDEN TIP? 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