Friday, February 12, 2010

Dr. Earth Fertilizer Feeding Guide

Dr. Earth Fertilizer Feeding Guide


Organic Fertilizer Feeding Guide

Dr. Earth organic fertilizer products were designed for today's gardeners who care not only for the environment in their own backyard, but also for that of the entire planet. Our products were created to meet the highest standard of fertility needs for your entire garden naturally! Dr. Earth fertilizers have a unique blend of superior organic ingredients that actually invigorate and improve the biological life in your soil. This is accomplished by supplying PRO-BIOTICTM beneficial soil microbes, plus Ecto and Endo mycorrhizae, which feed the fiber of a living soil releasing natural organic plant nutrients. All you add is water and light. Please use as directed below, Dr. Earth fertilizers will keep your plants lush and green.



This guide is provided as a timely reminder to keep your garden happy and healthy!

Dr. Earth Fertilizer Guide

Starting your seeds indoors

Starting your spring vegetables and flowers indoors can be fun way of beating the winter blues.  Planter's Pride Greenhouse Grower Kit can aid you creating you springtime garden.  These kits are made from recycled materials and include 72 growing cells, a tray, and a dome to protect your young seedlings from pets and cold nights.  The large capacity means you can get all you seeds planted at one time in one place.  Come in now get your greenhouse and start your seeds.

Tuesday, February 9, 2010

Weed Prevention in Your Garden

Green Light
Amaze Granules

A selective pre-emergent herbicide for control of most annual grasses and certain broadleaf weeds.  Provides 6 to 8 month control in ornamentals.  Granular formulation can be safely applied over the top of foliage, even when wet.

Now is the time to apply pre-emergence to control weeds before they invade your garden.

Friday, February 5, 2010

Weed Prevention in Your Lawn

Master Nursery
Pre-emergent Weed Preventer & Lawn Food

Now is the time to apply pre-emergence to prevent spring and summer weeds in your lawn.  For pre-emergence control of grass and broadleaf weeds including crabgrass, oxalis, and spurge in home lawns. 16 lb. Bag treats up to 5,000 sq. ft. Also feeds your lawn with 26-4-6 fertilizer.

Now is the time to apply Master Nursery Pre-emergent weed & Lawn Food.

Wednesday, February 3, 2010

Master Gardener Classes February 2010

Soils & Fertilizers
Saturday February 6th 9am - Noon

Healthy soil makes for healthy plants, so plan to attend this class presented by Master Gardener Michael Damer.  He will present information on the different types of soil and how to improve it, if needed, by adding the proper amendments.  Fertilizers, both organic and inorganic, will also be discussed as well as how to use them in your garden.

Location: Veterans' Memorial Bldg. - 130 Placerville Drive, Placerville


Spring & Summer Vegetables
Saturday February 20th 9am - Noon

With all the talk about growing your own vegetables, this is the class to attend!  Join Master Gardener Zack Dowell for his always-popular presentation on how to prepare your garden for planting, plant selection, planting times, garden site selection, soil preparation, proper seed planting techniques and pest management.

Location: Goverment Center Hearing Room, Building "C" - 2850 Fairlane Court, Placerville


Weather & Climate in the Foothill Gardens
Saturday February 27th 9am to Noon

Master Gardener Steve Savage will present information about climatic factors that affect your garden.  Topics will include micro-climates and frost dates.

Location: Bethell-Delfino Agriculture Bldg. - 311 Fair Lane, Placerville