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Blog by Heather HamiltonFrom a florist's point of view…….This is the most stunning, fluffy flower that most brides want for their bridal bouquet. Regardless of the time of year that I meet with these ladies, they inevitably will bring up a picture, and without any knowledge, say, “Can I have these in my…

Fertilizing plants in July and August is always a tricky experiment here in the Central Valley. During the hottest months of the summer growing season root and foliage growth slows as temperatures rise. Flower bud production also slows and eventually stops. Flowers on plants especially cucumbers,…

Well, we had a mostly delightful June, but the long-range forecasts indicate that we will be getting our typical July weather after the first part of the month. Check your watering system to make sure your roses are getting adequate water. You may need to increase the time that you are watering or run an…

Imagine walking through a vibrant, blooming garden in the heat of summer—where every plant is thriving, even though it’s been weeks since the last rainfall. Is this vision wishful thinking? Maybe not! Thanks to 20+ years of research by the University of California’s Landscape Plant Irrigation Trials (UCLPIT)…