March To-Do List for Your New Jersey Garden

We’re nearly halfway through March, and many of us are thinking spring. Fortunately, you can start getting to work this month, as there is plenty to do to prep your New Jersey garden for the spring. We’ll tell you how. Step 1: Order your seeds Now is a great time to purchase the seeds you … Read more

Deer Resistant Plants in New Jersey

It’s not just tough winters that New Jersey faces, but also hungry deer that help themselves to household gardens. Fortunately, there are deer-resistant plants that most deer will look past, which means you can finally garden in peace. Remember that not all deer are the same, and some may still help themselves to a bite … Read more

Plants that Provide Winter Food for Birds

Despite the coldest weather during the winter months, there are still plenty of birds to be seen. In order for these birds to stay safe and warm, they need reliable sources of food. Dormant flowers, buds and berries are common during the winter, and this poses a threat to wildlife. Fortunately, birds are resourceful and … Read more

The Best Flowers to Give on Valentine’s Day

Forget the roses this Valentine’s Day! There are many other flowers that are just as beautiful and romantic as these Valentine’s Day staples. Plus, going beyond roses will show that special someone that you put extra thought into their V-Day gift this year. Living in New Jersey, you won’t be able to find these flowers … Read more

Preventing the Risk of Snow Mold

Most people assume that mold is associated with moist conditions only, but there is such a thing as snow mold, which is basically fungus that grows underneath the snow. It appears in the early spring as the snow starts to melt away and can affect the foliage that is around the area. There are two … Read more

Tips for Safe Winter Shoveling

We may have celebrated the holidays, but that doesn’t mean that the cold, wintry weather is behind us. In fact, it’s just the beginning. January and February are the coldest months of the year, and they can also bring a lot of snow. If it does snow, it will be your responsibility to shovel the … Read more