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Roses have a special place in our gardens. From the classic beauty of hybrid tea roses to the abundant blooms of floribundas, shrub roses, and climbing varieties, roses can provide color, fragrance, and enjoyment from spring through fall. With the right care throughout the year, roses can thrive in our Treasure Valley gardens for many seasons. However, our Idaho climate presents a few challenges. Hot, dry summers, occasional late spring freezes, and cold winter temperatures m

As summer begins to give way to fall in the Treasure Valley, our gardens start to change. Some flowers are finishing their bloom, annuals are beginning to look tired, the tomatoes might not ripen quite as quickly as they did just a week or so, and the landscape takes on a slightly different character as the days become shorter. This is a wonderful time to take another look at your landscape—not just at the plants, but at the spaces between them. One of the easiest ways to add

As summer begins to wind down, many Treasure Valley gardeners start thinking about putting the garden to bed. But don't be too quick to hang up your gardening gloves! September and October are among the best months of the year for many planting projects in Boise and throughout the Treasure Valley. Working in the garden Cooler temperatures and shorter days mean less stress on newly planted trees, shrubs and perennials. And while our Treasure Valley autumns can be dry, cooler w

A summer garden in full bloom August can be one of the most demanding months for gardeners in Boise and throughout the Treasure Valley. Hot temperatures, dry conditions, and long summer days can put extra stress on lawns, trees, shrubs, flowers, and vegetable gardens. But August is also an important transition month. The choices you make now can help your landscape finish the summer strong and prepare it for the cooler months ahead. Here are some important things to keep on y

Every gardener knows the disappointment of discovering...

How to lower our soil pH: 1. Test your soil first 2. Add organic matter 3. Use acidifying amendments 4. Mulch with acidic materials...

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you will often find dedicated landscapers actively engaged in landscaping projects throughout the growing season