WHOO HOO! BOTH STORES NOW HAVE BULBS!

FLOWERING & VEGGIE BULBS ARE HERE and PRE-PACKAGED FRUITS!

Why is planting flowering, fruit and vegetable bulbs a good idea now that Spring is coming?
For the following reasons:
• Timing: Spring is the perfect time to plant bulbs, as the ground has thawed, and temperatures are warm enough for bulbs to sprout.
• Variety: Bulbs offer a wide variety of flowering, fruiting, and vegetable options to choose from. This variety can add color, flavor, and nutrition to your garden and home.
• Low maintenance: Once bulbs are planted, they require very little maintenance. They are low maintenance, making them perfect for busy gardeners.
• Health benefits: Growing your own fruits and vegetables can provide health benefits, as they are often fresher and more nutritious than store-bought produce. Plus, gardening is a great form of exercise and stress relief.

Payne’s sells ONLY the biggest, highest quality bulbs to make sure you get the largest, longest-lasting, most brilliantly colored blooms for Summer!

Onion and garlic sets, Dahlias, Lilies, Freesia, Gladiolas, Crocosmia, Potato sets, and more! 

WE ALSO have fruit packages such pre-packaged Raspberries, Blackberries and Grapes at BOTH locations.

Stop by either store and choose from our great selection!

TJ’s TIP: Don’t forget to sprinkle a little super phosphate in the hole while you are planting the bulbs and also sprinkle a little more on the soil surface to assure healthy growth.

JUST RECEIVED FOX FARM POTTING SOIL and SOIL AMENDMENTS

FOX FARM POTTING SOIL: Your potted plants deserve the best. Their roots can’t seek out nutrition in the ground, so you have to bring it to them. That’s why Happy Frog® Potting Soil is amended with soil microbes that can help improve root efficiency and encourage nutrient uptake.
Between the earthworm castings, bat guano, and aged forest products, your container plants have never felt so good.
Garden tip: Happy Frog® Potting Soil is designed for container planting. Whether you’re growing a ficus in the dining room, a geranium on the patio, or a lemon tree on the deck, use our Potting Soil in your containers. 

FOX FARM SOIL CONDITIONER: Don’t Treat Your Soil Like Dirt!® Bring home a bale of our Happy Frog® Soil Conditioner, and your plants will thank you. In every bag of Happy Frog® Soil Conditioner you’ll find finely-screened aged forest products, earthworm castings, and bat guano, not to mention soil microbes to help increase root efficiency and encourage nutrient uptake. We also add humic acids, which may increase the uptake of important micronutrients.

SOIL AMENDMENTS: We just received a large shipment of soil amendments to include:

  • Cedar Mulch
  • Cypress Mulch
  • Back to Earth
  • Top Soil

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF UTILIZING LOCAL GARDEN SOIL?

There are several benefits including:

  • It is adapted to the local climate and conditions: Local garden soil is already acclimated to the specific conditions and climate of the region, which makes it easier for plants to thrive.
  • It contains local microorganisms: Local soil contains microorganisms that are specific to the region. These microorganisms help to break down organic matter and release nutrients that are essential for plant growth.
  • It is less likely to introduce invasive species: When you use soil from another region, you risk introducing invasive species that can harm the local ecosystem. By using local soil, you reduce this risk.
  • It supports the local economy: By purchasing local soil, you are supporting Payne’s Organic Soil Yard!
  • It can be more affordable: Transporting soil from other regions can be expensive, so using local soil can be a more cost-effective option

CLICK HERE for more information.

YOU CAN START TO USE DORMANT OIL as long as your plants are not budding!

Dormant oil should typically be applied to plants during their dormant period, which is usually in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. This timing helps to effectively smother overwintering pests and their eggs, as well as prevent the spread of diseases.

It’s crucial to check the specific recommendations for each type of plant and the dormant oil product you’re using, as application timing can vary depending on factors such as plant species and local climate conditions. 

Applying dormant oil too late can risk damaging new growth, so it’s best to follow the instructions carefully and apply it before buds start to swell or open.

ASK OUR GARDENING EXPERTS ABOUT DORMANT OIL AND ITS USES!

ASK THE GARDEN GURU?

WHAT DO WE NEED TO GET OUR SEEDLINGS GOING?

ANOTHER GREAT QUESTION!

n this week’s archived show from previous years, the Garden Guru mentioned that a lot of customers at Payne’s are looking for fresh seed and asking what else they need to the get their seed going! 


Lynn mentioned that they have all the fresh seed you need for for this year, and Payne’s has the right soil to start the seed in as well as small pots and plastic trays — with clear plastic covers to put over them to hold in the humidity!


Lynn questioned if you’ve never grown a plant from seed you really should try, most of the varieties are very easy to grow — especially if you have kids or grandkids — it’s an excellent project to get them involved in! AND as a rule of thumb… the larger the seed, the easier it is to grow! 


Listen to Lynn’s tip on how to grow vegetables from seed!

CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO THE GARDEN GURU’S ARCHIVED RADIO SHOW ON THIS TOPIC.

HAPPY GARDENING!

VALERIE’S VIEW from the Greenhouse!

A GROWER’S NIGHTMARE!
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Timing the Easter Lily Crop.
Christmas is always held on December 25 so growing Poinsettias is fairly easy. Depending on which calendar is used, the Gregorian or the Julian, Easter can be as early as the end of March or as late as early May. Most use the Gregorian calendar which determines that Easter will be held on the first Sunday after the first full moon occurring on or after the vernal equinox which is around March 19 this year. Therefore, Easter this year falls on March 31.

Timing the crop also takes into consideration the outside temperatures, how many sunny days versus cloudy days. This all affects the temperatures inside the greenhouse. We have had too many cloudy days therefore, our temperatures in the greenhouse have been above average. Cross your fingers that we have Easter lilies blooming on Easter Sunday.

 
HAPPY GARDENING!
 

PREPARING A NEW GARDEN PLOT

By National Gardening Association Editors

Eliminating weeds and getting the soil ready for your flowers and vegetables are important first steps in preparing a new garden. Time spent in preparation reduces the time you’ll have to spend maintaining and weeding your garden over the course of the growing season and increases the chances of success. 

Tools and Materials – CHECK WITH PAYNE’S FOR THESE MATERIALS!
String and wooden stakes
Spade
Herbicide (*optional*)
Hoe or mattock
Steel garden rake
Soil testing sample kit
Soil amendments, as required
Garden fork or rototiller

Choose the Spot for Your New Garden.
Vegetable gardens and most flowerbeds require at least 6 hours of full sun each day. Choose a level spot — either natural or terraced — that has well-drained soil. Thick grass or vigorous weed growth usually indicate soil drainage and nutrient levels that will support healthy garden plants.

Mark the boundaries.
Outline the new garden plot with string and stakes, a hose, or a line of powdered limestone.

Eliminate the competition for Your Garden
Remove existing lawn by slicing under the sod with a spade and cutting it into manageable pieces. Add the pieces to your compost or use it to patch bare spots elsewhere. Kill weeds by use of an herbicide, pull them by hand, or chop them with a hoe or mattock and rake them up, or use a commercial weed barrier. If time permits, you can smother grass and weeds with old carpeting or black plastic anchored to the ground. For best results, leave the covering in place for several weeks of hot weather.

CLICK HERE TO READ MORE.

STOP BY PAYNE’S NURSERY for our gardening experts’ advice on which soil amendments, nutrients and other fertilizers you will need to use in your garden! We know New Mexico Soil!

PAYNE’S PHOTO OF THE WEEK!

PHOTO OF THE WEEK!

Beautiful, Colorful Pot arranged by
our very own Brittany T.
at the South Store!

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ZODIAC SIGNS AND GARDENING? HERE’S THIS CYCLES PROFILE.

by The Old Farmer’s Almanac

Here’s THIS MONTHS ZODIAC SIGN PROFILE AND HOW IT CAN HELP YOU GARDEN:


ARIES (March 21 – April 20 )
Pisces completes the winter. Spring is just around the corner, so a sense of change is inherent in this sign. Pisceans generally possess a sense of creativity, so look for graceful plants such as lupines and poppies to be scattered around your yard. A rainbow of colors splashes brilliantly in front of your doors and alongside your walkways. Cucumbers, melons, and summer squashes appeal to your watery natures. Many Pisces love to cook, and hearty chicken or fish soups are always simmering on your stove and in your slow cooker. Gazpacho and vichyssoise are also perennial favorites.