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Supporting Pollinators
Support Pollinators by Planting with PurposeHow gardeners can help reverse the insect decline—one bloom at a time. Amid growing concerns over the decline of insect populations—sometimes referred to as the “insect apocalypse”—there’s a simple and powerful way that...
Boise Spring Flowers Planting Guide
Blooms Are Here! Welcome to our guide on selecting and planting the best flowers in Idaho! Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just getting started, knowing the perfect planting times in the Nampa and Boise area is the secret to a stunning garden. Our handy chart...
Boise Spring Herbs and Veggies Planting Guide
Get Growing: Your Spring Herb & Veggie Planting Guide Spring is the perfect time to get your hands in the fertile Nampa dirt and start something delicious. Whether you're dreaming of crisp greens, sweet peas, or fresh herbs right from your backyard, this...
Hardy Mums
Caring for Mums Year-Round Your new mum may be planted in full sun or in a place where it gets half a day of sun. Plant your mum at the same level in the ground as it is now planted in the pot. Loosen any compacted roots and water it in well. Remove any spent blooms...
Garlic Growing, Harvesting, Curing, and Storing
Garlic is a fairly easy plant to grow and care for. It is generally planted in the fall after the first killing frost. Here in zone 6B, we generally plant between October 15 and Nov 1. Garlic needs several weeks of cold weather to properly form bulbs. Planting:...
5 Types of Hydrangeas and How to Tell Them Apart
Proven Winners hydrangeas are beloved for their stunning blooms. Here are the five common types to help you identify them: Bigleaf Hydrangea - Hydrangea macrophyllaBloom shape: Large, round clusters (mophead) or flat-topped with outer petals surrounding a...
How to Control Blossom End Rot on Tomatoes
What is Tomato Blossom End Rot? Blossom end rot is a common garden physiological disorder caused by a lack of calcium within the plant. It can occur in pepper, squash, cucumber, and melon fruits as well as tomatoes. It is NOT caused by an insect (so don't attempt to...
Growing Tomatoes
Growing your own tomatoes is not only a rewarding experience once you can pick them, vine ripened, but it's a flavorful one as well. Here are some helpful ideas and suggestions for getting that juicy fruit as succulent as possible. Since tomatoes require a long...
Fruit Trees 2024
Here is our list of fruit trees for 2024.Call today: 208-461-6101Fruit tree options from Dave Wilson: See the full list in the link below.Additional fruit trees and berry options available:Blueberry Brunswick Blueberry Burgundy Blueberry Pink Lemonade Blueberry Aurora...
2024 Potatoes
Idaho Russet Burbank Potatoes The most loved and used potato in America and have carried the famous "Grown in Idaho" seal for over 100 years. The Burbank is outstanding fried, baked, mashed, roasted, even dehydrated--these potatoes do it all. The Burbank bakes...
Bonsai! A Beginners Guide to Cultivating and Growing your Own Bonsai Tree.
A Beginners Guide to Cultivating and Growing your Own Bonsai Tree. Curious about Bonsai trees, and if you have what it takes to grow one yourself? Read on! Bonsai trees have been around for thousands of years, and some examples themselves can even be up to a...
Flower Bulbs and Rhizomes to Plant this Fall
Here's what to plant this fall to enjoy a more beautiful spring!Everyone loves it when irises, daffodils, tulips, and more bloom in the early spring, mid spring, and through late spring. The sudden burst of color into the otherwise dull and sometimes muddy early days...
The Hardy Hibiscus
Here's a guide to get you better acquainted with the hardy hibiscus, and why you are going to want it to add some tropical flair to your garden!Perennial gardens in the Treasure Valley could use a touch of the tropical, with the confidence that what they are planting...
Best Times to Water Plants in the Heat
The Western United States is experiencing a heat wave, and with temperatures hanging out above the 100-degree mark in the Treasure Valley for days on end, you may be wondering when the best time to water is. Hot weather is here to stay, but that doesn't mean the...
Best Trees and Shrubs to Plant in the Treasure Valley
Whether you are new to the Southern Idaho territory or have lived here your entire life, knowing what particular species of trees and shrubs grow best in this climate is key to achieving the landscape of your dreams!Idaho is a dynamic state comprised of several...
How to prepare your lawn, trees and landscaping for dry weather
It’s going to be a dry summer. Learn how to prepare your lawn, trees, landscaping and more for best results. Idaho is going to experience another dry summer due to low snowpack in the mountains, and that means that we are likely going to be experiencing water...
What Is Backyard Orchard Culture?
Summer Pruning for Size ControlFamilies today have less space for fruit trees, less time to take care of them, and less time to process or preserve large crops than in the past. Accordingly, today's family orchards should be planned and managed differently. The...
Why Now is the Perfect Time to Start Planning for Spring!
Why Now is the Perfect Time to Start Planning for Spring! While spring may be months away, that doesn’t mean that you can’t get your dreams, your plans, and your spring gardening or landscaping plans in order, now! It’s winter here in the Treasure Valley, and this...
When Should You Trim Your Shrubs, Bushes, and Trees?
Fall will be here in the Treasure Valley before you know it, and you may be wondering when (or if!) you should trim your shrubs, bushes, and trees. Here are some tips and information on how, when, and why you may want to trim or prune them to keep them healthy and...
How You Can Start Planning to Reduce Your Water Needs for Next Year (Now)
Extremely high temperatures and water shortages have done a number on our lawns and landscaping this year, and with many areas in the Treasure Valley experiencing shortened irrigation timelines, you might be wondering what you can do NOW to help your yard need less...