by Nick Zimmer | Jun 22, 2020 | Seasonal Maintenance, Spring, Summer
One of the most common questions we receive at Willow is related to watering. It seems to be a common struggle for every gardener — either watering too much or not enough. Unfortunately, there isn’t a fool-proof schedule when it comes to watering because there are so...
by Laura Berarducci | Apr 29, 2020 | Fall, Seasonal Maintenance, Spring, Summer
I was inspired to do an entire blog dedicated to fertilizer after briefly touching on the topic in my last series of blogs about planning. I cannot emphasize enough how important it is to give your plants the nutrients they need to thrive. While most homeowners never...
by Nick Zimmer | Apr 22, 2020 | Planning, Spring, Winter
Michigan’s climate lends itself to a lot of variety when it comes to crops and flowers. Being strategic about how you plan your work will make your efforts more efficient while giving you time to enjoy the fruits (veggies and blooms) of your labor. Throughout...
by Nick Zimmer | Apr 22, 2020 | Planning, Spring, Summer
While Mother Nature can remain fickle and unpredictable, if you follow these general guidelines, you’ll harvest plenty from your own gardens. This is part two of a three-part series. Michigan’s climate lends itself to a lot of variety when it comes to...
by Nick Zimmer | Apr 16, 2020 | Seasonal Maintenance, Spring
Is there a rule of thumb about when I should start my spring cleanup and planting? While there is no magic date to begin doing your spring cleanup, decisions made early in the season can have a profound impact on the performance of your beds. I generally start...
