On last week’s podcast, Len and Julio talk about the upcoming harvest season. Ornamental berries on shrubs are a simple way to spice up your garden and yard. Pyracanth Firethorn is a hardy evergreen to semi-evergreen shrub that delights with abundant white blooms backed by dark, glossy foliage in the Spring and pumpkin-orange berries in […]
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Sep
Sep
Many folks are surprised to learn that autumn runs a close second to spring as an ideal planting time, but it’s true: cool temperatures, reliable rainfall, and short, bright days help plants make a quick and easy transition to your landscape. Despite the cold weather lurking around the corner, the entire first half of autumn […]
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Aug
Aug
Asters are daisy-like perennials with starry-shaped flower heads. They bring delightful color to the garden in late summer and autumn when many of your other summer blooms may be fading. There are many species and varieties of asters, so the plant’s height can range from 8 inches to 8 feet, depending on the type. The plant can […]
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Dec
Dec
1. Make a fresh cut. Before you bring the tree into your home and place it in a stand, re-cut the trunk at least one inch from the bottom just before putting it in the stand. Even if you just cut it on a choose and cut farm, this re-opens the tree stem so it […]
02
Dec
Dec
Holiday Poinsettia Plant Care Poinsettia care begins with proper light, water, and temperature conditions. During the holidays, while in full bloom, they typically enjoy semi-cool, humid locations in bright, indirect light with plenty of moisture. Poinsettia plants should be watered thoroughly, taking care not to drown them by ensuring adequate drainage is available. Likewise, avoid […]
02
Dec
Dec
Christmas cacti are a very popular houseplant—and for good reason! When they bloom, they produce colorful, tubular flowers in pink or lilac colors. Their beautiful flowers, long bloom time, and easy care requirements make them a wonderful plant. We’ll bet someone in your family has a Christmas cactus! Unlike many other cacti, Christmas cacti and their relatives don’t live […]
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Oct
Oct
INGREDIENTS: 2 RACKS ST. LOUIS STYLE RIBS 8 TBSP BUTTER 1/2 CUP WHITE GRAPE JUICE 1/4 CUP TRAEGER PORK & POULTRY RUB PREPARATION: Lay ribs bone side up and remove membrane using a paper towel. Season with Traeger Pork & Poultry Rub and allow to sit at room temperature for 30 minutes, or refrigerate wrapped […]
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Oct
Oct
INGREDIENTS: BURGER 1-1/2 LBS GROUND BEEF 2 TBSP TRAEGER BEEF RUB 1 BULB GARLIC JALAPENO RELISH 4 JALAPENOS, DICED SMALL 1 SHALLOT, DICED SMALL 1 GARLIC CLOVE, MINCED 1/4 CUP WHITE WINE VINEGAR 4 TBSP SUGAR 4 TBSP SALT BACON JAM 1 LB BACON, CUT INTO LARDONS 2 YELLOW ONIONS, SLICED INTO 1/4-INCH RINGS 2 […]