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As the crisp air of winter approaches, gardeners everywhere know that it’s time to start preparing for the colder months ahead. Winterizing your garden not only protects the hard work you've put in throughout the growing season but also sets the stage for a healthy, productive garden come spring. In this blog, we’ll cover essential tips for winterizing your soil, plants, and tools so your garden can rest, rejuvenate, and thrive once temperatures rise again. 1. Protecting Your Soil Soil health is key to a successful garden, and taking steps to protect it over the winter months can prevent erosion,...

As the days begin to cool and the leaves start to change, it's the perfect time to focus on your fall garden. Whether you're an avid gardener or just getting started, preparing your garden for autumn is essential for enjoying a bountiful harvest and beautiful blooms. 1. Plant Cool-Weather CropsFall is ideal for growing cool-season vegetables like kale, spinach, and broccoli. These hardy plants thrive in cooler temperatures and often taste sweeter after a light frost. Don't forget root vegetables like carrots and radishes, which can be harvested well into late autumn. 2. Refresh Your SoilAfter a long summer, your...

Written by: Abby Vittore, Barrett's Staff As the leaves turn and temperatures drop, autumn presents a unique opportunity to refresh and revitalize your garden. This fall, several trends are taking center stage, offering a blend of beauty, and functionality. Here's a guide to Barrett's top five fall garden trends to embrace this season.  Rich, Earthy Tones: Fall's palette of deep reds, oranges, yellows, and browns lends perfectly to garden design. Plants with warm hues and unique textures, like ornamental grasses and sedum, can add a dramatic touch to the landscape. Native Plants: There's a strong focus on using native plants...

As the days grow shorter and the temperatures begin to cool, many gardeners think of winding down their gardening efforts. However, fall is an excellent time to both plant and prepare your garden for the coming winter. With the right strategies, you can enjoy a bountiful harvest well into the fall season and ensure your garden is primed for a successful spring. In this blog, we’ll explore what to plant during the fall and how to prepare your garden for the winter months. What to Plant in the Fall Fall is a great time to plant certain crops that thrive...

Magnolia Scale has been spotted all over the county, below is some more information on what it is and how to treat it. Scale is an insect that sucks fluid from plants causing yellowing leaves, weak branches, and in severe cases plant death. As they feed, they secret a sticky honeydew that can sometimes produce a moldy look (see picture) and can also attract other insects. TREATMENT: at this stage we suggest using a horticultural oil for control. Multiple applications will likely be necessary through fall to continue to control the crawlers as they hatch. Once control has been established,...