The calendar says it is still summer, but the low humidity, cooler temps and a north breeze makes us all think of Fall. My favorite time of the year.
Walking around the yard today the fall perennials are coming into their own. … Continue Reading ››
It's time to start to protect your trees! What you want to do is to protect the trunks of young trees against a variety of unfortunate things that could happen.
Here in the woods, we have put on tree protectors already … Continue Reading ››
Hardy Mums are Blooming!
Hardy chrysanthemums are in the house at Knecht’s and they’re starting to pop! We dare to you to resist their bushy foliage and carpet of colorful blooms. Swing on by to see our wide selection of upright and cushion varieties … Continue Reading ››
Rudbeckia Goldsturm is one of the most classic perennials. It has been blooming now in gardens for several weeks and will continue up until frost. It's common name is Black Eyed Susan.
It has to make you smile. The bright yellow / gold flower petals brighten … Continue Reading ››
Mulching a newly planted tree is a must. What does mulching do? Several very important things. It helps retain moisture. It keeps mower decks and weed whips away from the tender bark of a tree (one of the biggest causes of death in young trees) and it prevents competition from weeds and grass.
