The Weekly Dirt

How to Create a Pollinator Friendly Garden

What is a pollinator garden? Simply put, it is a garden designed to attract insects and animals that assist in pollinating flowers, vegetables, and other plants. Creating such a garden is easier than you may think! Continue reading to learn how to create a pollinator friendly garden! What is a Pollinator? A pollinator is an […]

May Gardening Tips

Spring is finally here! Living in North Carolina means we get to experience a true spring. The days are warm, and the nights are cool – the perfect combination! Since it is warming up, it is time to get outside and tackle your yard! Continue reading to learn our May gardening tips! Herbs & Vegetables […]

Evergreen Shrubs to Hide Structures

Whether you need to hide a pool pump, pump house, or another outdoor structure, selecting an evergreen shrub that grows densely and at the appropriate height is essential. Continue reading to learn our recommendations for Evergreen Shrubs to Hide Structures. Wavy Leaf Privet Ligustrum Selecting evergreen shrubs to hide structures doesn’t have to be complicated. […]

April Gardening Tips

It is the most beautiful time of the year! Springtime in North Carolina is unlike any other state’s spring. The temperatures are perfect, the sun is shining, the birds are chirping, the grasses are green, and the flowers have just begun to bloom. Here are a few April gardening tips to help you get the […]

Early Spring Fruit Tree Pruning

Pruning your fruit trees is an important task to complete before the fruit trees begin to bud. Continue reading to learn the importance of early spring fruit tree pruning and how to prune correctly! Begin with Clean Pruners The first step in early spring fruit tree pruning is to gather the proper tools. Depending on […]

March Gardening Tips

Spring is on its way, and we couldn’t be more excited! Make the best use of your garden bed in March using these March Gardening Tips! Fertilize Now is the time to begin fertilizing shrubs and shade trees as they break out of dormancy. This will give an extra boost to the plant material that […]

February Garden Tips

Are you wondering how to make the best use of your garden bed in February? Check out these February garden tips below! Mulch or Pine Straw Install Mulch or pine straw in your beds if you haven’t already done so. Doing this will protect the roots of shrubs, trees, and perennials from the winter temperatures […]

Winter Outdoor Plant Care Tips

Most plants in your landscape can handle the cold our winters bring to Fayetteville, NC. But, there are times when the temperatures get lower than many plants can tolerate. These subfreezing temperatures can damage the foliage of many cold hardy plants and root systems! Continue reading to learn our Winter Outdoor Plant Care Tips and […]

January Gardening Tips

New year, new you! How about new year, new yard! While January may seem like a month of rest, there is plenty to accomplish in your yard! Continue reading to learn our January Gardening Tips! Cut back all perennials While this is a task that should have been performed after the first frost, it isn’t […]

Winter Blooming Evergreens

Many homeowners are surprised to learn of winter blooming plants. They are even more surprised to learn that these plants are evergreens! When building a landscape design, it is essential to create a landscape that provides year-round interest, which includes winter-blooming evergreens. Continue reading to learn Jane’s top recommendations for winter-blooming evergreens! Camellias Camellias are […]