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VIDEO: How to add Decorative Garden Elements ⚱️? with Wyse Guide!

August 28, 2024/in Blog, Kaleb Wyse

Kaleb Wyse from Wyse Guide shares tips on enhancing your garden with decorative elements. In this video, Kaleb demonstrates how to use a stylish antique urn as a planter to add a unique touch to your garden. He utilizes Espoma Organic Potting Soil Mix and Espoma Organic Bio-tone Starter Plus* to create the ideal growing environment for his new plants.

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VIDEO: How to Prepare a NEW Garden Bed with Wyse Guide!

July 31, 2024/in Blog, Kaleb Wyse

Join Kaleb from ‪@WyseGuide‬ as he takes you through the essential steps for preparing a garden bed for new plants. Kaleb demonstrates how to use Espoma Organic Land & Sea Gourmet Compost to enrich his native soil with rich organic material, improving its structure and fertility.

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VIDEO: Planting Shade Loving Perennials with Wyse Guide!

July 26, 2024/in Blog, Kaleb Wyse, Summer Gardening

Join Kaleb Wyse from @WyseGuide as he shares top tips for planting shade-loving perennials. Learn how to tackle dry shade areas, prepare soil, and choose the right plants like Hostas and Japanese Forest Grass. Kaleb uses Espoma Organic Bio-tone Starter Plus to provide essential nutrients for blooming and growth. He also revitalizes outdoor containers using Espoma Organic Potting Soil and Plant-tone fertilizer.

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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: How to use ROW COVERS + Planting HANGING POTS ??? with Wyse Guide

July 16, 2024/in Blog, Kaleb Wyse

Catch up with Kaleb Wyse from Wyse Guide as he demonstrates how to use row covers to protect plants from insects. Kaleb walks us through the installation process and explains the benefits of using these covers.

Additionally, Kaleb shares his expert tips for planting hanging baskets. He uses Espoma Organic Potting Soil to ensure the best-growing medium for his new plants. Kaleb mixes in Espoma Organic Bio-tone Starter Plus to give the plants a healthy start, providing the essential nutrients for their success.

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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 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: How to Plant Lettuce with Wyse Guide!

April 30, 2024/in Blog, Kaleb Wyse

Follow along with Kaleb Wyse from Wyse Guide as he shares his simple and effective method for planting delicious leafy lettuce in the garden. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just getting started with growing your own produce, lettuce is one of the most straightforward and rewarding crops you can cultivate.

Kaleb’s Top 5 Tips for Planting Lettuce

  1. Start seedlings indoors, using Espoma Organic Seed Starter mix. That way you’ll have nice heads of lettuce that you can plant and grow more easily in the garden. You can always sow seeds directly in a row in your garden if you prefer.
  2. When planting in the garden, Kaleb digs holes 8 inches apart and puts a teaspoon of Espoma Organic Bio-tone Starter Plus in each hole to provide the essential nutrients needed to help the lettuce plants start growing.
  3. Don’t plant too deep. Remember to keep the middle or crown of the plant above the soil level, so it doesn’t rot when you water.
  4. Spread soil evenly around the plant and then water it lightly. Note: Do not water directly in the center of the lettuce plant.
  5. Before planting, it’s a good idea to top-dress your garden bed with a nice layer of compost. Kaleb uses Espoma Organic Land & Sea Gourmet Compost. He also fills his raised beds with Espoma Organic Raised Bed Mix. Adding compost helps add additional nutrients and microorganisms and helps retain moisture in the soil.

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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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