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Let's Start Some Seeds

It's a great time to get a head start on spring with Seeds! Gardening from seed offers many advantages - you save money, you have a...

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Assessing the Damage

The "flash freeze" event in late December 2023 really took a toll on our landscapes. We are seeing lots of brown foliage and many plants...

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How to Prepare for Freezing Temps

What to do when the weather forecast includes days below freezing. Water & Mulch. A plant's best defense against freezing temps is to be...

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Amaryllis Bulbs are here!

Let's plan ahead this year so you get these big, beautiful blooms in time for the holidays. Amaryllis bulbs make a great gift, too. See...

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Enjoy Paperwhites this Holiday Season

At Akins we LOVE Paperwhites! You may have seen some of "paperwhite pots" made famous by talented Julie. They will be back this year and...

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Fall Festival is October 1st!

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Tips - How to Plant Trees & Shrubs

Simple Tips for Planting Shrubs from our friends at Bracy's (one of our favorite wholesale growers of quality trees, shrubs, fruit trees,...

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Fall is for Planting!

Fall is the best time to plant trees, shrubs and perennials!

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Get ready for cool-season veggies

Cooler weather is on the way and that means fall veggies. Cabbage, lettuce, broccoli, kale, collards and more thrive in our climate. The...

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