Expert Plant & Gardening Advice | Faddegon’s Nursery, Inc. – Latham, NY
Welcome to our convenient Plant Advice hub at Faddegon’s Nursery, Inc. You will find valuable tips, guides, and resources to help your plants thrive! At Faddegon’s Nursery, we believe that a successful garden starts with the right knowledge. That’s why we’ve curated a library of expert advice to guide you through every step of your gardening projects, from planting and care to pest control and seasonal maintenance.
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 5-5-5 or 5-10-5 granular fertilizer on gardens before, or immediately after, the foliage starts to emerge. This will encourage strong root growth and development. Apply it at the rate of approximately 2 pounds per 100 square feet. [...]
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 [...]
Raised Beds – Soil Needs
Posted on Sunday, December 15, 2024
Make short work of figuring out how much soil you need.
Containers: Quick Tips for building
Posted on Saturday, December 7, 2024
Tips for building a great container planting: It seems obvious but bears mentioning. Select plants that have the same sunlight requirements! Traditional container gardens call for the tallest plant in the middle, medium sized plants around the tall plant, and shortest or cascading plants on the edges. Looking for design inspiration? Proven Winners has loads [...]
Cut Christmas Tree Care
Posted on Wednesday, November 20, 2024
When a Christmas tree is cut, more than half its weight is water. With proper care, you can maintain the quality of your tree. Below are a number of tips on caring for your tree: Displaying trees in water in a traditional reservoir type stand is the most effective way of maintaining their freshness and [...]
November Garden Tips
Posted on Tuesday, November 5, 2024
This month signals a real winding down of outdoor garden activities. There are some things to prepare for before turning your attention to indoor gardening! These tasks are best done at the end of the month: Sun & Wind Protection is job one for some trees and shrubs. You may want to wrap shrubs and [...]
Vines – How To Choose
Posted on Sunday, September 1, 2024
You know you would like to plant a vine but which one? We can help.
Fall Lawn Care
Posted on Friday, August 30, 2024
Lawn Overseeding Tips Fall is an ideal time to jump-start next year’s lawn. It’s a great time to overseed sparse areas in your lawn so that next year your toes will be tickled ‘green’ by a lush carpet. Without hot temperatures that stress grass plants, you’ll find that fall is an excellent time to seed. [...]
September Garden Tips
Posted on Friday, August 30, 2024
Fall is a perfect time for new plantings! Not only is it an opportunity to see your garden wake up next spring new and improved, but many perennials and shrubs can be found on sale. Watering remains a necessity, but it will take less to keep your new plants happy than planting in the heat [...]