The apple is the pomaceous fruit of the apple tree, species Malus domestica in the rose family (Rosaceae). It is one of the most widely cultivated tree fruits, and the most widely known of the many members of genus Malus that are used by humans. The tree originated in Western Asia, where its wild ancestor, the Alma, is still found today.
Read MoreTo the new gardener, planting pansies now may seem like a futile effort considering that the first frosts of fall are looming on the horizon. Despite their name, pansies are a hardy plant that can thrive in seemingly sub-arctic temperatures. Pansies also have a rich history.
Read MoreWith autumn just around the corner, it might seem like the gardening season is coming to an end. However, now is the perfect time to bring a splash of fall color into your landscape to welcome the changing seasons. I know you’ll fall for these plants that are sure to get you thinking about falling leaves, cozy fireplaces, and pumpkin-spiced everything.
Read MoreGrapes are perhaps one of the easiest fruit crops to grow. Once established they are easy to maintain with occasional training of vines and seasonal trimming. It takes newly planted grapes about three years to produce their first good crop.
Read MorePlant breeders around the world are constantly working to develop new varieties and improve existing varieties. It typically takes 3 to 5 years to develop a new variety. Even then there's no guarantee it will be a commercial success. That's where trial gardens come in.
Read MoreThis week, I constructed the beds from treated 8 x 12s to make 4 foot by 8 foot beds. This way I could get by with using only 3 boards for each bed and only needing to make a single cut for each one. Easy!
Read MoreThis past weekend I started on a project that has been years in the making.
Read MoreOne of my early memories as a child is setting in the hayfield with grandpa as he showed me different plants. I have a clear memory of him cutting off a plant with his pocket knife and it oozing out a thick white sap.
Read MoreThe process of deadheading flowers is very simple. As the blooms begin to fade, pinch or cut off the flower stem below the spent flower and just above the first set of full, healthy leaves. Repeat with all the dead or fading flowers on the plant.
Read MoreAs the spring season comes to a close and we empty our greenhouses in preparation for Fall Pansies, Chrysanthemums, and Christmas Poinsettias, we would like to thank you for your continued support. Get these great deal while supplies last!
Read MoreVerbena plants are normally very tolerant of heat and drought, but grow best if they are given plenty of water when they are actively growing.
Read MoreHere at Bob’s Market we grow lots of hanging baskets … over 100,000 this year alone! In this post we’ll take a look at some basic care tips that can be used for all hanging baskets. We follow these basic tips at Bob’s, and they will guarantee great results.
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