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Our holiday bulbs are here! Make way for Amaryllis & Paperwhites! Because these plants need to be planted about eight

By Katherine Placzek November is the month where humans best emulate nature-we participate in the magic of giving without the

By Katherine Placzek Recently, I was able to go to Scotland for vacation. While I was there, I was blown

The Short & Sweet Fall Bulb Guide

Fall bulbs, also known as hardy bulbs, are always much anticipated in the garden center. Capable of surviving (and often

Helping Pollinators Through Fall

Fall will be fast upon us, and no one knows that better than native pollinators. Hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees all

Protecting Tomatoes Against Heat

Temperatures are rising, and plants are taking a beating, especially tomatoes. From blossom loss to poor growth, this South American

Planning For Trees

Gardening is for everyone, and that includes those who want a tree! How can this be? Not everyone has the space

2025 Tomato Book

Preventing Water Loss

We understand it's not easy to garden this year-especially with how expensive watering can be. Trust us, it's no easy

Encouraging Kid's Green Thumbs

There is a saying that “green thumbs are not born, they’re grown.” And here at Rick’s we heartily agree! Green

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