A Botanical Notebook
Welcome to Faddegon’s online resource for everything Botanical! Our team at Faddegon’s has collected plants as well as botanically inspired gifts and home decor.
Seeds: Growing Annuals from Seed
Posted on Sunday, January 12, 2025
Growing vegetables, flowers, and ornamental annuals from seed is not difficult, particularly with the advancements in products available today. Satisfying? You bet! Get started by planting indoors during the early spring and watch your little sprouts take root and grow! Materials Needed Seeds: Be sure to read seed packages carefully as plants will vary [...]
Fertilize in Early Spring
Posted on Friday, January 10, 2025
Jump Start Your Gardens in Spring! In late March or early April, after the snow has melted, cast Espoma Organic Plant Tone fertilizer on gardens before, or immediately after, the foliage starts to emerge. This will encourage strong root growth and development. Apply by sprinkling onto the soil around the drip line. It is good [...]
Fruit tree Planting & Care Tips
Posted on Sunday, January 5, 2025
Once you’ve selected your fruiting tree, there are a few things that are essential to know… Location Three considerations are important in choosing a spot for your tree: Sun – Fruit trees need at least a half day of sun. Soil – Soil must be well-drained and fertile. Heavy clay soil must be amended before [...]
Orchid Phalaenopsis Care
Posted on Tuesday, September 26, 2023
Orchid Phalaenopsis Care Orchid care is easier than you might think! A Phalaenopsis orchid (also known as a Moth Orchid) has bright, long-lasting flowers and leafy green stems that do best a bright, warm, humid spot. They Phalaenopsis will bloom at least once a year with blooms lasting from 2-4 months. In some cases, your [...]