Monthly Archives: January 2011

The first few 65 degree days of winter are the cue to scout your lawn for signs of winter weed growth.  Chickweed and dandelions begin to revive as the soil warms. There are a couple of options this time of … Continue reading →

In just a few days (or weeks depending upon the temperature) crocus will start blooming. There are a number that have large flowers, so you don’t have to settle with the smaller varieties for a real show. They range in color as … Continue reading →

I saw the first daffodils breaking the soil surface today….tiny green, pointy leaves. This is always a reminder that spring flowering bulbs can be hungry for nitrogen as they emerge. Bulb experts recommend an application of bulb fertilizer (or one … Continue reading →

The first signs of “spring” here in the Piedmont Triad begin with the onset of clove-scented fragrant flowers emitted by the premature blossoms of Prunus mume, Jap flowering apricot. If you’ve underplanted your P. mume with lenten roses you have … Continue reading →