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Monthly Garden Guides

Video Tips

Pro Tips for Potting Plants

June 18, 2020

The Potting Shed is up and running at Gill’s, so […]

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Treat For Take-All Patch In Lawns

November 21, 2019

If your lawn is showing symptoms of this disease (see […]

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How to Keep Your Christmas Tree Fresh and Beautiful!

November 26, 2018

It’s a wonderful crazy time each year as we ready […]

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Poinsettia Care

December 6, 2017

Poinsettias come in lots of colors and sizes, but all […]

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How to Check for Chinch Bugs

August 17, 2017

Brown, dry looking lawn? Check for Chinch bugs.

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Root Bound Plant? Tease or Cut Roots Before Planting

July 27, 2017

If a plant is root-bound, take a moment to tease […]

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Gardening Blog Archive

What’s Goin’ On with my Lawn?

October 16, 2024

We’ve been getting a ton of lawn questions spanning all sorts of […]

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Kids Wildflower Seed Ball Party This Saturday!

October 9, 2024

Bring the kids this Saturday, October 12th any time from 10am-2pm to […]

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Top 5 Gardening Must-Dos for October 2024

October 2, 2024

Fall is OUR ABSOLUTE BEST TIME for planting veggies, trees, flowers, and […]

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Garden Talk: Native Alternatives to Common Landscape Plants with Wyatt Page – This Saturday, 9/28!

September 24, 2024

Garden talks are back! Are you considering planting more natives that thrive […]

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Time to Fertilize + Medina Day at Gill’s!

September 19, 2024

Fall is here and it’s time to fertilize lawns, trees, and blooming […]

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Kicking Off Fall 2024 Events & Talks at Gill’s!

September 12, 2024

We’re gearing up for lots of fun talks and events this Fall, […]

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The Gill’s Guide to Fall Veggie Gardening

September 5, 2024

The slow, soaking rains this week followed by slightly cooler temps make for […]

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Top 7 Gardening Must-Do’s for September 2024

August 29, 2024

Fall planting season is here!! September is the best time to plant […]

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Set the Table for Hummingbirds!

August 22, 2024

It’s almost that magical time of year again when ruby-throated hummingbirds make […]

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URGENT: Plant Your Tomatoes & Peppers Now!

August 15, 2024

It sure feels like summer outside, but in order for fall tomatoes […]

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Greenhouse Discovery in the Wilds of New Mexico

August 6, 2024

There really is something to being a creature of habit. Oftentimes James […]

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Top 6 Gardening Must Do’s for August 2024

August 1, 2024

Temperatures may not feel like it yet, but it’s time to start […]

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