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| October 10, 2023
It’s that time of year when our perennial gardens are ready to be nestled all snug in their beds for a long winters nap (so would a lot of us)! However, not all plants have the same idea about what naptime means, so when bedding down perennials there are a few rules that are best […]
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| August 15, 2023
What is soil pH? The soil pH value is a measure of soil acidity or alkalinity. Soil pH directly affects nutrient availability. The pH scale ranges from 0 to 14, with 7 as neutral. Numbers less than 7 indicate acidity while numbers greater than 7 indicate alkalinity. The ‘little variances” in readings represent a huge […]
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| August 10, 2023
Many of us look forward to spending our free time outside, and work hard to fill our yards with eye-catching, lush plantings. While gardens and yards are lovely for relaxing, we do need to exercise caution when designing for homeowners with pets. When shopping at the nursery or if you use a landscaper for your […]
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| July 6, 2023
There is an old expression in the green industry that, while over-simplified, still has value: “Plant too high, plant won’t die. Plant too low, plant won’t grow!”Both planting too shallow and planting too deep can be problematic. This post will address the issue of planting too deep, which contributes to the decline and failure of […]
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| July 1, 2023
While it can be concerning to notice leaves eaten by caterpillars, there are many reasons to value caterpillars in your gardens. They are both the precursors to butterflies and a leading source of nutrition for baby birds. Today, I would like to focus on the young – how do we create environments conducive to them […]
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| February 14, 2023
It may not be spring yet, but there is still work that can be done outdoors if you don’t mind the cold! Our Garden Center Manager and resident expert, Mike, sat down with me to discuss dormant pruning. Mike has been with Piala’s for over 10 years and received his Bachelor of Science degree in […]
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So What WON’T Waukesha Deer Eat?
Deer pressure in Waukesha county has increased considerably in the last 10-15 years. Some areas, including parts of Pewaukee and Elm Grove, have severe deer pressure. If deer are hungry enough, they’ll try almost anything. There are many articles & reference books on this topic, but opinions and results vary drastically based on region. It’s not uncommon to […]
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| July 21, 2022
As the timeless children’s book taught us, some living things go through horribly awkward phases on their way to beautiful maturity. Trees are no exception! In Southern Wisconsin, two of the trees most prone to “ugly duckling” syndrome are Kentucky Coffeetrees and Honeylocusts. Both are sturdy and attractive shade trees that have a lot to […]
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| November 29, 2021
Easy To Create & Enjoy All Season Long! The leaves have fallen, the days are colder and shorter, and most plants have entered their dormant cycle, but your planters can still flourish this winter! Using fragrant evergreen branches and interesting woody twig accents, your winter planters can provide beauty throughout the entire season. You can […]
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