The Art of Gardening

The Art of Gardening


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Grass Seed Seminar April 24, 2010
March 25, 2010

Mark your calendars now for a crash course on Grass Seed! Learn all the do’s and don’ts of Grass Seed; from prep work to choosing the correct blend for your yard to fertilizing… Saturday, April 24   10 am Pre-Register and Receive a Sp

Join us for a Backyard Birdfeeding Seminar Tuesday, March 23rd
March 20, 2010

Join our birding experts Jamie Haas & Brian See at the Avon Lake Public Library this Tuesday. Learn about different types of birds, what they eat, and how to attract them to your feeding stations. This is a great opportunity to ask all of those bird

The Importance of Plant Supports
March 12, 2010

Think spring. What do you think of? I think of warmer weather, rain and all kinds of plants beginning to push through the ground. And since this will be happening soon, there is one precaution you should take before it’s too late for your plants.

Something NEW for our birders!
March 11, 2010

Have you been looking for a simple, no-hassle way to feed your birds that doesn’t leave you broke? Seed cylinders and bells don’t appeal to some people because they seem like they are more for decoration than functional use. Well, if you&#8217

More Seed Planting Tips
March 01, 2010

Seedling Care & Nurturing Phew!  Your seedling is emerging from the soil.  But now comes the worry of over-nurturing your newborn plant while waiting for the outdoor weather to catch up with your dreams. Be sure to thin your seedlings as needed. Pl

Bird Houses
March 01, 2010

Don’t leave the birds homeless one more year… We all know birds need to eat and drink to survive.  But quite often we forget about their shelter.  Not all birds create their own homes. Some birds like woodpeckers and chickadees excavate cav

Featured Bird Item: The Birdie Bell with Nesting Material
February 15, 2010

This month, instead of featuring a feeder, we thought we would shake things up and feature another great birding product. But wait!  The Birdie Bell can be used as a feeder!  This product is a versatile and easy way to provide just the thing your birds

Seed Starting Tips
February 15, 2010

As promised, here is some more helpful information for planting seeds this year. Six Steps for easy seed planting. 1)  Start with a quality potting mix like Schultz Seed Starter Plus or Jiffy Seed Starter Mix.  These are light weight mediums that hav

Featured Feed: Suet
February 15, 2010

What is it? Suet is a high energy bird feed comprised of animal fat and other ingredients to attract insect eating birds.  This special feed is a quick source of heat and energy in the cold winter months.  But don’t be fooled… birds love sue

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