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Aphids on a plant

An Ounce of Prevention

Spring is here, the weather is warming up in the garden, and that means we’re seeing a lot more activity among our plants—both good and not so good. Many of you have contacted us with questions about what’s going on in your garden, so we’ve pulled together answers to some common questions about pest and disease problems, along with recommended treatments.  

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Dogwood blooms

April Garden Tasks

Spring is in full swing and the weather is warming up. Browse our checklist for April garden care tips. Guard against pests, check irrigation systems, and get those veggies in the ground now for a bumper crop this summer!
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Crocosmia in a landscape

March Garden Tasks

Spring is already here, but it's early in the season—still plenty of time to ready your garden for the coming months. Take care of your plants and amend your soil now to stimulate healthy growth, protect against pests, and prepare for the summer heat. 
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Cherries ripening on the tree

Fruit Tree Varieties

Check out our list of fruit trees. At the peak of the season, we have traditional favorites and multi-grafted varieties. Bareroot fruit trees arrive mid December of each year, then leafed out trees continue to roll in throughout the growing season.

Selection may vary by location.

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Pansies and Dianthus in a pot

Color Bowls for the Cool Season

Grab a pot, potting soil, and some starter fertilizer to create a beautiful display of color for a porch or patio. Show your creative side and make it your own! Take a look at some cool season combos you can grow. 
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Pruners being used on a young tree

Pruning

Now that fall’s upon us, it’s time to prune a few things in your landscape. But what exactly is pruning? Pruning trims old growth to encourage new growth and blooming. Although, timing is everything. Find out if the timing is right for a few of your favorites.
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Pam Farley

How to Grow Bulbs

One of the first signs of spring is when the crocus, daffodils, tulips, and hyacinths start blooming—just what we need after a cold, wet winter!

Here’s everything you need to know about planting fall bulbs in Sacramento for beautiful spring flowers. It’s easy to plant bulbs in your garden, or in a container on your porch or patio with these important tips.

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Camellia Blooms

Favorite Shrubs For Fall

When we think about beautiful fall colors, most of can visualize large trees with leaves in oranges, and reds, and yellows. But did you know there are many varieties of shrubs that can provide the same fabulous fall color—while providing a smaller footprint for those who are tight on space? 
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