What's Blooming in Your Yard?

What's blooming in your yard?

Hydrangeas, my oh my, aren't the Annabell, Endless Summer and, new this year, the Bell Anna, looking so fine? These are nice to have in that part shade garden spot. The Quickfire Hydrangea is starting to show color with its big white blooms that change to red as the season goes on. Daylilies are in full bloom now as are Liatris and Coneflowers and other perennials.

The spireas are almost done blooming and can be tip pruned which will allow time for them to re bloom yet this year. Ninebarks and Dogwoods can be pruned too. Deadhead the roses that have gone though a rapid bloom period because of all the heat and rain. This will give them the jump start to bloom more.

All plants can profit from a nice boost of fertilizer now. Make sure you follow label instructions as to not fertilize anything dry. When fertilizing with a liquid fertilizer there is a chance of burning the roots so lightly water first and then fertilize second. Add a oz of vinegar to a gallon of water to help some that are not looking so good, it will naturalize the water and soil. City water has a lot of pH in it, so if you add vinegar to the water every other week this will help. Dry fertilizer is another good option. This will not show a fast response to the plants color but will work longer than liquid fertilizers.

There are lots of bugs and diseases that are happening this year. Believe it or not, it is not your fault, but rather a response to the weather we have been having. Getting rid of fallen leaves so as to not spread to the plants and winter over in soil. Spray with fungicides in the morning or later evening is best. Preventative spraying in the spring is advised. There are several safe products out for bug control so stop in and let us help you with the best product for your plants.

Until next time. Keep planting, pruning and caring for your plants.

Donna

Happy 1st Day of Summer!

Happy 1st day of Summer. Whether the weather decides to agree with that statement might be a topic of discussion. Planting time is still going and the shrubs and trees are just happy to go from our place to yours. We have many perennials and hardy shrub roses still available.

I am sure you have noticed that this year the bug and leaf problems have increased considerably than in past years. If your plants are young and do not have the root system on them they will need to be treated. Keep in mind that once the leaf is chewed on or discolored from a disease it most likely will not return to its normal shape or color very soon. Please bring in a sample of what you are having problems with and we will try to help you with the proper treatment.

Putting down a systemic insecticide is a very good idea and it is time to do so if you have not already. Adding root stimulator to your water will help any new or sad looking plants.

Until later. Have a safe and happy day, keep planting. Donna

The Time For Planting Is Here!

Planting time is here and we at Lynde Greenhouse have a huge variety to choose from.

The annual flowers are blooming and are something most gardens can't be without. They provide color all season long in both garden beds, hanging baskets and pots.

The perennials are plants that come back year after year. There have been those few that are not doing that this year as I myself am experiencing to my dismay. Daylilies, Peony, Iris, Hostas, Astillbe, Coreopsis and the list goes on are classified as perennials. These plants, although they do not bloom as long as the annuals do, come back each year. Mixing seasonal perennials (those that bloom in spring, summer fall) with annuals are a very popular trend for successful bed gardening.

The trees and shrub planting time is here and we have an array of them to fill your yard with. We also have Fruits to fill your yard; Blueberries, Raspberries, Blackberries, Strawberries, Grapes, Currant, Gooseberries and Serviceberry. Also 5 varieties of apples to choose from (Honeycrisp, Sweet 16, So Sweet, Harolred and Fireside). Northstar Cherry and Mt Royal Plum, 2 varieties of Pears too.

Lots to choose from. Please stop on in and check us out. If you have questions don't hesitate to ask.

Plant now for long term enjoyment.

Donna

Time to Prune the Apple, and Other Fruit Trees.

Now is the time to trim your apple trees, flowering crabs and any other fruit bearing trees. Trimming them now is easier than when the leaves are on. This is the best time prune them to prevent any diseases or wounds entry for bugs. I know the compost center does not open til April but if you can trim now and just keep the pile of branches for a few weeks you can bring in the trimming then. Rule of thumb NEVER trim more then 1/3 of the tree. This is very important in fruit trees for if too much is trimmed off the tree will try to reproduce the lost branches which is what is replaced with water sprouts. These branches grow straight up and produce NO fruit or anything but take up space in the tree. These must be removed and keep an eye as to not cut too close to the trunk so as the cut can heal over. If the tree is too big to trim on your own, please get help so as to prevent any accidents from happening. Please stop in at the Nursery if you have more questions on proper pruning.
The greenhouse is coloring up and we can't wait for April when we will be open for the season.
Until then, check out our plant library for the plant selections we will be offering this season.

Stop in now for end of year plants.

Last week to get perennials. Will be putting them to bed next week so stop in now to purchase what you'd like for your perennial beds. We do have them all at 50% off.

Tulips, daffodils and allium bulbs we have some in stock to be planted NOW.

Spruce tips are in as well.

Until next time. Keep planting til you can't dig anymore.

Donna

Bulbs

I told you that if we got some bulbs in I would inform you by blogging and so this is it. We have some red and some yellow tulips, and some nice daffodils. Stop in for selection is limited.
Still have a few shrubs left and some nice buys on Linden, Hackberry, Ironwood and Blue Beech trees.
Stop in now while the weather is so fine and pick up some things for your yard.

REMEMBER to WATER your evergreens well into the fall.

Until next time. Donna

What a GREAT FALL.

What a GREAT FALL we are having. Still time to plant.


We have potted up the bare root peony's so they are no longer available for sale

bare root. Next spring. Still some perennials, nice trees, and a few shrubs.

Lots of nice Mum, flowering Kale and other fall flowers.

Come check us out.
Donna

FALL IS IN THE AIR.

FALL IS IN THE AIR. We have MUMS galore and lots of other fall decorations things.

Bales, Corn Stocks, Pumpkins, Gourds etc.

TREES, SHRUBS AND PERENNIALS ARE STILL ABLE TO BE PLANTED. They are all 50% off. What a deal. Plant now for color in your yard without all the major watering and
upkeep plants tend to need in the spring.

We will be planting up the Bare Root Peonies late this week so stop in now for
bare root supply now.

Until next time. Donna

CORRECTION ON PEONY IN STOCK

SO SORRY.
AFTER UNPACKING OUR ORDER NEWS HIT THAT ALL IS NOT HERE.

MONS JULIES ELLIE, FELIX SUPREME, SHIRLEY TEMPLE, MOONSTONE, RED CHARM AND GAY PAREE ALL ARRIVED. SAFELY.

THE OTHERS DID NOT. UPDATES ON OTHERS WILL BE POSTED WHEN MORE NEWS IS AVAILABLE.

STOP IN NOW TO GET BEST PICKS BEFORE WE PLANT THEM UP.

UNTIL NEXT TIME 'DONNA'

STRAW AND CORN STALKS

STRAW and CORN STALKS are here. STop in and add them to your landscaping decor.

TREES and SHRUBS are 50% off what a deal.

Plant now for good root growth this year.

Donna

Great time to Plant perennials.

Hello again,

Back from the fair. Enjoyed all who came and saw us there. It was a beautiful day and one that lots came out to enjoy.

Yes it is a great time to plant those perennials. We have lots to choose from with a great half price deal on them too. Soon to be fall is a excellent time to divide and rearrange your perennial beds and we have lots of things that you need for this. Plants, compost, peat moss, and root stimulator. All make for a successful garden.

Trees and shrubs are on sale as well. We still have Asparagus and Raspberries to plant into your gardens great time for this.

Hope to see you soon.
Donna

State Fair time.

Hi. We will be working at the State Fair this year at the MNLA area outside the Hort building this coming Saturday from Noon to 3:00pm. Come check it out.
Greetings from the Nursery. I am sure all are enjoying the wonderful summer weather. Looking around here I see plenty of color. The mums are in bloom. The dwarf sunflowers are blooming as are other flowers in the greenhouse.
Outside we have a sale on perennials that gives you a great deal on them at 50% off. Now is a great time to plant perennials with the time to set roots for fall and become happy in your yard. Soon we will have bare root Peony's with the offer to you to purchase bare root verses potted for a cost affective save. Trees and shrubs are now 30% off. A shipment of some more plants are arriving this week. Hydrangeas and Barberries. Standard Euonymus and others to brighten your yard. Stop on in and check them out.
No pruning or fertilizing of perennials, shrubs, or trees is recommended til it freezes. Fertilizing of annuals is a giving at this time of year. Be careful not to fertilize any plant when it is dry for the change of burning the roots is very high when one does that. Water well and water deeply.
Until next time. Plant a tree save the air.

The mums have filled the greenhouse.

We've got the mums in and they are blooming. Great fresh looking fall arrangement as well as plants spruce up your pots. No hardy perennial mums this year but plenty of the fun fall mums are here.
Soon it will be time for fall garden work. Trimming off old flower head on perennials is good to do now to keep them blooming longer. Soon your spring blooming plants like Iris and peonies can be dug up and divided. Other fall bed care can be started. Amending beds with peat moss and compost is always a good thing to do at this time. We will be caring bare root peonies for a short time in early Sept. so keep an eye out I will post when they are in.
With the recent weather has brought more leaf problems to peoples attention. Some can be taken care of with the application of insectied or a fungicide. In lots of the cases it is a 2 year process to get rid of the problems once it starts. Disposing of problems leaves so as not to have the problems over winter in the leaves and spread to next year. Preventative action is always best. When in doubt just ask. Remember to bring in a ample size sample when bring one in. A sample of a leaf attached to the branch is best. A foot long if possible and a picture too. We will help with what we can.
Until next time, Remember in order to stop an smell the flowers someone needs to plant them there first.

More plants have arrived.!!!!

Hi all,
To all that I told off the Hydrangeas and the Autumn Blaze Maple trees well they are here. White Diamond, Lime Light, Annabell, Vanilla Strawberry Hydrangeas are in. Large Autumn Blaze Maple and Fall Fiesta Sugar Maple and Clump for Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry, Clump form in Japanese Tree Lilac and a single Golden Eclipse Lilac too. Stop on in and check them out. Fun to add shade to the yard.
Always a good time to plant.

Warm days of summer.

Warm days of summer are here. Plants are blooming and as long as it is grown in a pot it can be planted any time in the ground. We are getting yet another shipment of Hydrangeas this week. It will be Thursday. A few Autumn Blaze Maples and some other trees as well as a NEW barberry you just have to see. Mums are starting to color up and Pat has been stocking the store with them as they color up. Rudbeckia (blackeyed susans) and looking oh so fine. Hackberry, Redmond Linden and Blue Beech trees are all 50% off. These are great trees for shade and quick growth. We also have some nice clump Japanise Tree Lilacs in too. Stop in and Check us out.!!!!!!!

Shrubs on SALE.

Greetings,
We just got in a new shipment of shrubs and some trees too. Hydrangea Trees and shrubs. The shrubs are now all 25% off til Friday. We have weekly sales so don't wait or the plants may be gone as well as the sale. Perennials are looking good and are also on sale. My pick of the week is the Heuchera, Plum Pudding. Works well in part sun and gives you that great purplish-burgundy color to the shade gardens we all want. Color color. Keep up the fertilizing on your plants til mid August. Root Stimulator on newly planted plants is excellent to get the roots growing and established without all the transplant shock you can have planting at this time of year. Applied every other week til established makes for a great root system and a better plant for years to come. We are here to help you with your gardening needs. Have a safe and fun summer.

Perennials are all ON SALE.

Thats right all the perennials are now all 25% off. Stop on in an see the selection. Lots of different sizes and variteis to choose from.
TREES are 33% off and going fast.
Never to late to plant.

Rain and sun.

The weather has turned on the damp side for a bit but will dry up and become warm again. May Night Saliva and Cardonna Saliva are now in full bloom; they are the deeper purple flowers spikey looking. Peonies are almost done blooming,and yet their foliage adds a nice visual interest all season. Nepeta Walkers low is the lavender purple flower that is blooming now with bluish foliage. Weigelas are in bloom too and can accent most any yard. Our shrub roses are in full bloom with mixtures of colors and heights to choose from. Please remember to water and fertilize all your plants though out the entire growing season for best color and flowers.
Now to the nasty bugs that seem to be invading some of the trees and shrubs. I have had several people in within the last week with Nipple Gull on Maples and Hackberry. The good thing is it will NOT kill the tree but it will stress the tree. Clean the leaves up in the fall and destroy, this pesky bug overwinters in them. The best and easiest treatment is to treat with BONIDE Tree and Shrub Insect control with systemaxx. This is the same product you can use for the Emerald Ash Borers too. Easy and affective applied now or sooner. Mix in a gallon of water and water in 2 feet away from the trunk of the tree and that's it. With the weather as it has been fluctuating plants are bound to get something if not cared for properly.
Remember the Best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago the 2nd best time is NOW.

Great time to PLANT.

As the weather warms the time for planting is here. We at Lynde Greenhouse have a wide assortment of plant material that is in full bloom right now and ready to be planted. The lilacs, Weigelas and fern leaf Peony's look great. Potentilla and spireas make a great foundation plant in full sun and give you a great look all season. Evergreens give you color year round and this year we have a great selection to choose from. Lots of new golden shade of Junipers and unique forms to choose from as well. The shrub roses will be blooming soon and so will the Mockorange shrubs. We have 3 types of Mockorange this year and lots of shrub roses to choose from too. The perennials are doing great too, several sizes to choose from.
Check out the veggies and herbs we have. Six pack of a mix combo. What a buy!!!!!
Stop on in, we are here to help 7 days a week. Sundays we are open til 5 otherwise we are open til 8. We will be open on Memorial Day til 5 as well.
Until next time. Get your hands dirty and be happy.!!!!!!!

Snow and Frost warnings!!!!!!!

Snow and Frost warnings!!!!!!

Yes you read it correctly, this Mothers Day will be nice but tonight and Saturday (the days leading up to Sunday will NOT). As today progresses you will need to be searching for a blanket or tarp or two to cover your tender plants with. If possible bring them into your home or garage for the next 2 days. Or if you'd like stop in and get a newer product call FreezePruf. Made by liquid fence it helps protect your plants from Frost, it can be put on everything from Ornamental, Fruits, and Vegetables Plants. Check it out.
As for Mothers Day we are full of colorful flowering pots, hanging baskets and all sorts of shapes and colors. We also have flowering Hydrangeas and Hybrid Roses in Bloom too. Herbs and vegetables in stock too.
So stop on in and smell the flowers.
Donna