Bluestem Gardening

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Ornamental Care Plant-Specific Care

When to Trim Ornamental Grasses for Gorgeous Gardens All Year

barbara September 27, 2024 0 Comment on When to Trim Ornamental Grasses for Gorgeous Gardens All Year
Prune cool-season <a href="https://bluestem.ca/ornamental-grasses/ornamental-grasses-for-your-garden/">ornamental grasses</a> in early spring before new growth emerges. Cut warm-season varieties back to 4-6 inches above ground in late winter or early spring. Remove any dead or damaged foliage throughout...
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Gardening Kits

When is it Too Hot To Mow the Lawn?

barbara September 18, 2023 0 Comment on When is it Too Hot To Mow the Lawn?
For many homeowners and <a href="https://bluestem.ca/gardening-kits/the-best-hand-trowel-for-gardeners/">gardening</a> enthusiasts, maintaining an impeccable and healthy lawn is a point of pride. As summer heat intensifies, the question of the century arises: “When is it <a href="https://mowing.expert/what-temperature-is-too-hot-to-mow-the-lawn/" target="_blank"...
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