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VIDEO: Planting NEW Evergreens, Shrubs and Perennials ?☀️? with Garden Answer

July 24, 2024/in Blog, Espoma Videos, Garden Answer, Summer Gardening

Follow along with Laura from Garden Answer as she plants new perennials, evergreen trees, and shrubs throughout her gardens. Using Espoma Organic Bio-tone Starter Plus, Laura ensures her plants receive the essential nutrients they need for successful establishment. Discover her top tips and tricks to create a beautiful and thriving summer garden!

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VIDEO: Planting a SHADE GARDEN with Colorful Annuals ??? || Garden Answer

July 18, 2024/in Blog, Garden Answer

 

Do you have shady spots in your garden that you don’t know how to utilize? Watch as Laura from Garden Answer demonstrates how to plant annuals in shaded areas to create vibrant, lush spaces. Whether under a tree or by your house, these tips and plant combinations will help you make the most of those low-light areas.

The Perfect Plant Mix for Shady Areas

Laura’s Plant selection:

  • Sedona Sunset Colorblaze Coleus: Adds a warm autumn touch, blending beautifully with pinks.
  • Tropical Shades Impatiens: Though labeled orange, they turned out a stunning coral pink.
  • Non-Stop Joy Mocha White Begonia: With tuberous blooms and beautiful foliage.
  • Queen Tut Grass: A compact centerpiece with a fireworks texture.
  • Patricia Ivy: Perfect for containers, though tricky in-ground planting.

When planting, Laura trusts Espoma Organic Potting Soil Mix and Bio-tone Starter Plus to provide her plants with the best possible growing medium and nutrients for successful establishment and growth.

Location 1: The Front Yard

Laura started with a small area in front of Limelight Hydrangeas. The plan was to layer Sedona Sunset Coleus for a vibrant splash of color, followed by Impatiens in the front. She also rejuvenated a nearby container with Queen Tut and Begonias, creating a clean and beautiful display.

Location 2: Under the Golden Rain Tree

This spot receives morning and late afternoon sun. Laura chose Colorblaze Coleus, part-shade to shade Impatiens, and Maverick White Geraniums for the sunnier areas. The result was a cohesive look that harmonized with the surroundings.

Location 3: The Maple Tree Area

This shady spot near the kitchen entrance required a cleanup first. Laura then planted El Brighto Coleus, White Begonias, and Wire Vine. The combination not only filled the space but added layers of color and texture, creating a container-like effect.

Final Thoughts:

Planting in shady areas can be challenging, but with the right plants and arrangements, you can transform these spaces into lush, colorful parts of your garden. Keep an eye on the light levels and choose versatile plants that thrive in varying conditions. Happy planting!

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VIDEO: Add Containers to Your Garden with Wyse Guide!

July 3, 2024/in Blog, Espoma Videos, Kaleb Wyse

Watch Kaleb Wyse from@WyseGuide demonstrate how to enhance flower beds with beautifully arranged containers.

In this video, Kaleb shares his tips for planting annuals in containers, highlighting the importance of proper drainage for plant health. He uses Espoma Organic potting soil and incorporates Espoma Organic Bio-tone Starter Plus and Flower-tone fertilizers to help with plant establishment and promote vibrant blooms.

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VIDEO: How to Attract Pollinators 🐝 with Garden Answer!

June 25, 2024/in Blog, Garden Answer, Summer Gardening

Join Laura from Graden Answer as she plants multiple varieties of annuals intended to attract pollinators. During planting, Laura uses Espoma Organic Bio-Tone Starter Plus, ensuring her new plants receive the vital nutrients they need for successful establishment and growth. Along the way, Laura shares her top tips for planting a unique and colorful pollinator garden.

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VIDEO: Planting NATIVE FLAME AZALEAS ? with Summer Rayne Oakes

May 30, 2024/in Blog, Summer Rayne Oakes

Watch Summer Rayne Oakes from @FlockFingerLakes as she plants native Flame azaleas in her garden space. Using Espoma Organic Soil Acidifier to lower her soil pH, Summer ensures the best growing conditions for her new plants. Flame azaleas are known for their vibrant blossoms and support for local ecosystems, making them a stunning and beneficial addition to any garden. Check out the video below For a detailed walkthrough and Summer’s expert tips.

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VIDEO: SPRING GARDEN TOUR???with Summer Rayne Oakes

May 23, 2024/in Blog, Gardening, Spring Gardening, Spring Gardening, Summer Rayne Oakes

Catch up with Summer Rayne Oakes from Flock Finger Lakes as she takes you on an early spring garden tour of her beautiful green space. In this video, Summer walks through her gardens, sharing insights and tips on her plant material and how she’s preparing for the growing season. Watch as Summer demonstrates how she uses Espoma Organic Raised Bed Mix to fill her raised beds, ensuring her plants have the best growing medium for success.

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VIDEO: Planting Spring Tulips and Transplanting Boxwoods 🌿 with Wyse Guide

May 17, 2024/in Blog, Bulbs, Fruits & Vegetables - None, Kaleb Wyse

Join Kaleb from  @WyseGuide  as he tackles his latest gardening project!

In this video, Kaleb shares his go-to technique for planting tulip bulbs using Espoma Organic Potting Soil Mix to get them off to a great start. He also demonstrates how to spruce up a garden bed along his charming farmhouse by adding boxwood plants. Kaleb shares expert tips for successfully transplanting boxwoods using Espoma Organic Bio-tone Starter Plus and Plant-tone products to give them the nutrients they need to thrive.

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VIDEO: Planting Pink Spring Perennials 🌷🌸 with Garden Answer

May 9, 2024/in Blog

Watch Laura from Gardenanswer as she adds beautiful NEW pink perennial plants to her garden.

In this video, Laura showcases a variety of stunning pink perennials that are sure to add a pop of color and charm to any garden. Laura shares her expertise on selecting the perfect spot for each plant and provides helpful tips on care and maintenance. Laura incorporates Espoma Organic Bio-tone Starter Plus fertilizer into the planting process to ensure her new plants get off to a strong start. This organic starter fertilizer is specifically formulated to provide essential nutrients that promote strong root development and help plants establish themselves quickly in their new environment. Using Bio-tone,  Laura gives her pink perennials the best chance to grow, thrive, and bloom to their fullest potential.

 

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VIDEO: How to Plant LILIES in the Garden || Flock Finger Lakes

April 23, 2024/in Blog, Summer Rayne Oakes

Join Summer Rayne Oakes from  Flock Finger Lakes as she guides you through the process of planting lilies in the garden.

In this tutorial, Summer demonstrates the proper techniques for planting these exquisite flowers and shares invaluable plant care tips to help you ensure your plants thrive.

Summer uses Espoma Organic Bulb-tone to feed her lily bulbs, providing them with the essential nutrients they need to bloom.

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Growing Joy with Maria Blog: Minimalism and Plants

April 15, 2024/in Blog, Growing Joy with Maria

Has your plant collection started taking over your home? Do you feel overwhelmed trying to care for all of them? Many plant parents go through phases of filling their homes with plants, but eventually, may feel fatigue, anxiety, and even shame over the size of their collections.

This might be the ideal time to adopt a minimalist plant parent lifestyle.

This blog is inspired by Episode 180 of Growing Joy with Maria Podcast, where host Maria Failla sat down with Stephanie of Mama Minimalist (former Sustainable Minimalist) to explore how principles of minimalism can be applied to plant care to build a sustainable plant collection.

When a Hobby Becomes a Burden

A key sign that your plant collection has become too large is when caring for your plants starts feeling like a chore rather than a hobby. You sigh, thinking about the next watering or repotting session, and no longer finding joy in the task.

Your plants are also likely to become nameless masses rather than individual living things you connect with. This overwhelm often results in neglecting plants, which leads to guilt and dismay. 

But don’t dwell on the past. Instead, use these feelings as motivation to shift your habits moving forward.

Tip: Try using Espoma Organic Indoor! Plant Food in your plant care routine to make your life a little easier. It helps your plants grow well, so you don’t have to spend lots of time worrying about them. This means less work for you and beautiful happy plants..

Breaking the Compulsion to Buy

Many plant parents experience strong compulsions to buy new plants, even when our spaces are already overflowing. Try putting up barriers between yourself and new purchases.

The number one tip is to pause – take a picture of the plant you want, leave the store, and reflect at home about whether you need another addition. Ask yourself how the plant will improve your life and consider the work of caring for another plant.

Taking time to reflect often helps to reduce that initial dopamine rush.

Decluttering Your Plant Collection

If certain plants no longer spark joy, consider responsibly rehoming them through gifting, donating, selling cuttings, or even composting.

Don’t forget to also declutter your plant care product supply. Have products stored that you’ll likely not use again or that don’t meet your current plant collection needs? Minimize that stash along with your plants. Consider restocking with trusted products that will help your plants thrive like  Espoma Organic Potting Soil Mix or their Espoma Organic Indoor! Houseplant Food.

 

Biggest Minimalist Takeaways

A few of Stephanie’s top minimalist lessons include:

  • Evaluating “cost per use” rather than sticker price alone. A $100 wool sweater worn 50 times has a lower cost per use than a $20 synthetic sweater worn 5 times.
  • Valuing free space over stuff. Too much clutter can rob peace and turn homes into chaotic environments.
  • Understanding that memories reside in us, not objects. Appreciate your plants for their inherent qualities rather than solely as mementos or reminders of joyful moments.
  • Avoid multiples that contribute to excess clutter. In a world where goods are easily acquired, most of us do not require 5 spatulas or 16 winter boots.

When to Buy New Plants

Instead of using shopping to self-soothe negative emotions, plan purchases around positive events. Each new plant can become a living reminder of accomplishments, joyful milestones, or celebrations with loved ones.

While minimalism is not for everyone, having a plant collection and home that you feel happy to have and be in is still a lesson everyone can take from this lifestyle. At the end of the day, our plants thrive when we also feel connected to ourselves and our space.

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