by greenacres | Nov 23, 2021 | Blog
Winter is fast approaching, but that does not mean your gardening has to end. You can continue to grow and enjoy fresh produce due to the number of plants that thrive in the winter. You may want to start with some winter gardening supplies. A cold frame is a simple structure that utilizes solar energy to create a microclimate within your garden. They are used to retain heat and protect plants...
by greenacres | Nov 8, 2021 | Blog
Nobles, Grands, and Douglas Firs are the best Christmas trees to get this Holiday season! The most popular types of Christmas trees are fir trees because they shed fewer needles when they dry and maintain their scent and color. Douglas firs are the most common type of tree in the US! They are grown and shipped all over North America. They have 1-1.5 inch dark green, soft needles that...
by greenacres | Nov 1, 2021 | Blog
Because of the pandemic, many people are still choosing to stay home for the holidays. That may make having a traditional Christmas with a real tree an essential part of a family celebration. Getting your perfect tree early this year will be necessary as the demand may be greater than the supply. While we were sweltering in over 110-degree heat last summer, the last thing we were...
by greenacres | Oct 20, 2021 | Blog
Fall is in full swing, with pumpkins on porches and leaves on the ground. Keeping up with raking can be tiresome, which is why composting in the fall is extra beneficial. Composting is the process of adding natural recycled material (like those pesky leaves, or even vegetable scraps) to the garden in order to make your soil richer. Using compost for lawn fertilizer is an ideal organic...
by greenacres | Oct 5, 2021 | Blog
Pumpkin patches, scary movies, and apple cider? Oh my! Halloween must be right around the corner. Check out these DIY Halloween decoration tips to make your house ready for spooky season. Cobwebs: These can be purchased or made at home in a few easy steps. Ripped-up cheesecloth with plastic spiders mixed in will look perfectly spooky. Bats: You will need black construction paper. Print and...
by greenacres | Sep 29, 2021 | Blog
Green Acres Landscape’s nursery and home decor store is the perfect place to find everything as the season changes. Inside the nursery building, you will see “GA at Home,” the company’s decor store filled with seasonal items. As you look at your landscape this autumn, here are some tips to add more color this season and in the future. Colorful Trees, Plants, and Flowers: Maple...
