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Water-wise Ideas Without Ripping Out Your Lawn

Water-wise Ideas Without Ripping Out Your Lawn
Many people hear the term water-wise and think they need to rip out huge portions of their lawn to be compatible. For some, that may sound desirable, but others love their grass and don’t want to go to those extremes. While grass may often be a water guzzler, there are ways to keep your beloved […]
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How to Use Soil Amendments in your Houseplants

How to Use Soil Amendments in your Houseplants
Houseplants can be tricky, and even the greenest of thumbs can struggle keeping their houseplants alive for a long time. The key is consistently knowing what they need when they need it. One of the most important aspects for healthy plant growth is using appropriate soil and maintaining the balance. Because your houseplants probably vary […]
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What’s Going on with Your Soil?

What’s Going on with Your Soil?
If you’ve visited our website before, you probably know by now that the health and quality of your soil is the foundation of a successful (or unsuccessful) garden. Many diseases and issues begin in the soil. PBS Utah published an article regarding healthy soil in Utah with data from soil science experts at Utah State […]
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Tips for Keeping Your Lawn Beautiful

Tips for Keeping Your Lawn Beautiful
Sprawling, green lawns are the norm in Utah. Even though we’re an arid, desert climate, a lush, soft lawn is important to most people in the state. These lawns are often not sustainable, and the overuse of water and fertilizers is a practice we all need to steer clear of. This isn’t to say that […]
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Utah’s State Flower

Utah’s State Flower
The state flower for Utah is the Sego Lily. These beautiful flowers thrive in Utah’s high desert areas and only bloom through May, June, and July. It was designated the official state flower on March 18, 1911, by the Utah State Legislature. Pioneers and early settlers were able to survive off these plants on many […]
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Improving Heavy Clay Soils

Improving Heavy Clay Soils
Many areas along the Wasatch Front contain heavy clay soils. Compacted clay soil in your lawn and garden area can make for tough planting, but don’t get discouraged. Clay soil also offers great benefits, it just may take a bit of work and some high-quality amendments to get it where you want it to be. […]
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Not All Compost is Created Equal

Not All Compost is Created Equal
Compost is a great product to use in gardens and flower beds. The United States EPA defines composting as a “controlled, aerobic (oxygen-required) process that converts organic materials into a nutrient-rich soil amendment or mulch through natural decomposition. The end product is compost – a dark, crumbly, earthy-smelling material. Microorganisms feed on the materials added […]
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Ideas for Using Rock in Your Landscaping

landscaping rock
Landscaping rocks create depth and interest to any landscape. They bring in dimension and help with water conservation (a must here in Utah!). Small yards and large estates alike can benefit from beautiful rocks throughout their design. Here are a few updated ideas for eye-catching rock areas for your yard. A Natural Look – Rocks […]
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Veggie Garden Design Ideas

Veggie Garden Design Ideas
Starting a new vegetable garden project or looking to revamp your current setup? We’ve got some great ideas for any size yard. Square-foot gardening layout – This method is all about efficient use of space. Typically, you’d start with a raised bed that has multiple 4x4 foot boxes with a lattice laid across the top […]
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Tips for Tomato Growers

Tips for Tomato Growers
A fresh garden tomato delivers a taste that is out of this world. You remember what that store bought tomato tasted like in January? Us too, which is why we’re so excited to get started on some gorgeous tomato plants. To grow juicy, full-flavored tomatoes, we offer these great tips. First, start off by rotating […]
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