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Care of clematis...
Clematis can be categorized into three distinct groups based on their blooming habits

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Houseplants - What you should know...
Always match the plant to the light your room naturally gets.

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How to Spot and Identify Poison Hemlock
Avoid any dangerous encounters with poisonous hemlock, familiarize yourself with its characteristics.

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Blood Meal vs. Bone Meal: What's Best for my Garden
When it comes to organic fertilizers, patience pays off. Blood and bone meal release nutrients slowly over time.

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Correcting the pH of Alkaline Soil in the Treasure Valley
Boise's soil is often characterized by its higher pH levels ...

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Planting /Transplanting Raspberries
Raspberries grow best in acidic soil, around pH 5.5 to 6.5.

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Mastering Advanced Tree Pruning Techniques
Mastering advanced tree cutting techniques requires patience, practice, and knowledge.

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Thriving Houseplants: A Guide to Boise's Unique Indoor Gardening Scene
Boise's dry climate can create challenges for indoor gardening.

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How to Help Your Landscape Plants Survive Boise’s Often Cold, Dry Winters
Boise's high-desert climate can be tough on shrubs and trees...

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The Value of Following Nursery Blogs
What I love most is that our blogs that it often includes examples, making it easier to visualize the advice.

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Seasonal Gardening Tips for Every Season
Gardening is a journey that changes with the seasons.

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Fall - The Perfect Time to Fertilize
I can't stress enough the importance of feeding your lawn during the fall/early winter months.

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Simplify Your Garden with These Low-Maintenance Tips
don't hesitate to seek advice or inspiration from The Home & Garden Store. Over the past 50 years...

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Spring Gardening Tips for a Thriving Garden
Avoid planting the same family of vegetables in same spot for at least three years.

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Timing Tree Pruning for Optimal Growth
A well-planned tree pruning schedule is crucial for maintaining tree health and aesthetics.

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Potato Beetle Control Methods for Healthy Crops
By understanding the behavior of potato beetles and applying a combination of control methods...

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Field Bindweed Control Strategies for Gardeners
Bindweed aka Morning Glory is extremely difficult to control.

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Building a Standout Home and Garden Store Experience...
Creating a memorable and effective home and garden store experience requires more than just stocking products. It involves crafting an environment that inspires our customers, offers practical solutions, and encourages repeat visits. And that's what we strive for each and every day here at The Home & Garden Store. We strive to provide our customers the best experience in Boise when shopping for plants, hardgoods and home decor. We welcome and value your opinion on how we ca

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Understanding Fusarium Wilt: A Threat to Japanese Maples in the Treasure Valley
Japanese maple infected with fusarium wilt What is Fusarium Wilt? Fusarium wilt is a serious disease that affects deciduous shrubs and trees. This includes popular plants like maple, redbud, tulip trees, and various annuals and perennials. In the Treasure Valley, this disease is particularly concerning for residents who love their gardens. This disease is most commonly seen in Japanese maples. It is essential to inform residents of the Treasure Valley about this issue. While

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How to Remedy Alkaline Soil for Better Gardening Results
Gardening success often depends on the quality of your soil and we can’t express how important that is in Idaho where soil around the Treasure Valley is often alkaline. Alkaline soil can hinder plant growth and nutrient absorption. Alkaline soil, where the pH level is above 7, means it’s less acidic and often rich in calcium carbonate. This condition can cause nutrient deficiencies, especially in iron, manganese, and phosphorus, leading to poor plant health. Fortunately, ther

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