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complete look at why 

we are the best in Reno!

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Check out our informative videos on gardening topics covered by our Garden Coach, Marnie Brennan.

Farmer's Market

Every Sunday from 

10:00AM - 3:00PM

See our Farmer's Market  Article

below for more details.

Hands  on Houseplant Potting Day

January 21, 2012 
10:00AM to 3:00PM

Bring in your houseplants and take advantage of an opportunity to re-pot it. We are offering great discounts on all of our containers, FREE planting mix and plant food as well as expert re-potting advice with our Garden Coach, Marnie Brennan.

Call the nursery to sign up, or email marnie@gardenshopnursery.com

 

What's Bugging Your Garden

Saturday, January 28th 

10:00AM-11:00AM

Have you had problems with bugs in your garden? This may be the workshop for you. Learning how to identify your pests is the first step.  Topics will include the different insects that can cause problems in the vegetable garden, trees, shrubs, perennials and annuals and organic and safe ways for good control and preventative measures.There will be photos, to help you properly identify what is eating your plants.

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On Events 

  
 

Marnie Brennan, 

the Garden Coach,

at the Garden Shop Nursery

 welcomes your calls while

 she interviews local and

 regional gardening experts. 

Tune in at 8:00AM, every Saturday on 1270AM The Buzz.

Follow us on facebook at 

GardenCoach Reno Nevada,

 or join in by calling the show.  

 

Saturday, January 7th 
The Impatient Gardener & Guest Chef 
This week, tune in for a chat with Mark Estee, Chef and Owner of Campo. Campo loosely translated means gathering spot or meeting place. Today, will talk about cooking with fresh pasta and pizza. Campo is also involved in our community with projects such as, Project Mana, a hunger relief agency and the Obesity Prevention Foundation. 

 

Saturday, January 14
Rose Care 
We are pleased to welcome Dianne Storz-Lintz, the City of Reno Horticulturist for the first meeting of The Friends of the Reno Rose Garden. This community minded association will meet regularly for classes on caring for roses. Today Dianne will talk about the association and caring for roses in the winter. 

 

Saturday, January 21st

Starting Seeds For Early Spring Crops 
Doug Bookey, local giant pumpkin growing expert and Curtis Jones, owner of Botanical Interest Seed Company have agreed to join me for a complete show on how, why and what seeds to start now and when to wait for others. We will cover the new selections of plants that can't be found everywhere. 

  

Saturday, January 28th
It's All About The Trees  
Darin Bue, owner of Los Verdes Arborist and Dale Carlon, tree expert and TMCC teacher will be joining me to help with tree care in the winter, and what to do as we move from winter into spring.

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The Impatient Gardener 

Radio Show

Have gardening questions that you would like answered by our staff? Please email them to:

info@gardenshopnursery.com

Kids Gardening Club 2012

Sign your kids up early for 

4 great gardening classes.

 These events will teach your children great gardening skills. 

Each class will have a 

short educational presentation 

along with a craft to complete the class.

 

February 4th - Seed Starting

April 14th - Planting Our Seedlings 

August 11th - Tree Care

November 17th - Make Gifts for the Tree

All classes take place at 12:00PM.

 

Classes are free but space is limited. Children 6-12 years old are welcome when accompanied by an adult.

To sign up, please contact our 

Garden Coach, Marnie Brennan at 

marnie@gardenshopnursery.com

or by calling the nursery at 

775.825.3527 

Saturday, February 11th 10AM 

  

 

 Looking for a great gift, or something special for your Valentine? 

We are teaming up with Kat Geiger, from Green Under Glass 

for this special event where you will make your own terrarium! 

Please call to sign up or 

for more information.

825.3527

 

Garden Shop Nursery is excited to hold our Year Round Farmers Market.

Join us every Sunday from 

10:00 AM -3:00 PM.

 

Vendors will provide: Eggs, Natural Meats, Fresh Fish, Fresh Produce, Fruits,  Nuts, and Crafts.

 

Vendors change each week so you can expect something different each time you come! 

 

  

Arctic Fire - Red Twig Dogwood

This compact selection of Red Twig Dogwood has dark red winter stems that provide a spectacular show in the winter sunlight. Unlike most Cornus that reach 8 to 10 feet tall, Arctic Fire remains only 3 to 4 feet tall. Great in perennial or shrub borders, or used in flower arrangements.  Prefers well-drained, moist soil. Prune a third of the branches to the ground in winter/early spring. Fertilize in early spring with a controlled release fertilizer. 

 

Key feature:	Winter Interest
Plant type:	Shrub
Garden styles:	Asian/Zen, Contemporary, Rustic
Deciduous/evergreen:	Deciduous
Cold hardiness zones:	3 - 7
Light needs:	Partial to full sun
Water Needs:	Requires regular watering.
Average landscape size:	Reaches 3 to 4 feet tall and wide.
Growth habit:	Round
Special features:	Deer Resistant, Dwarf Plant, Fall Color, North American Native
Landscape uses:	Border, Mass Planting, Specimen, Woodland Garden
Flower color:	White
Foliage color:	Dark Green

 

A revolutionary breakthrough in bittersweet culture. Imagine never having to wonder if you're buying or selling a male or female plant again? The majority of the flowers formed on Autumn Revolution™ are perfect, meaning that the flower itself has both male and female parts. In other words, you only need one plant to bear fruit. Perhaps because of this unique characteristic the fruit production is absolutely extraordinary and the berry size is twice that of the species. These should most definitely be considered for commercial production. Florists that have seen these have been awestruck. These are truly an extraordinary improvement for this beloved native vine.

 

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Feeding Wild Birds

 

Bird feeding has been commonplace around the world for centuries.  We are sometimes asked, "Why should I want to feed wild birds?"  Many people believe that birds can just find food on their own without assistance from mankind, and they will do just fine. While this may be partially true, urban sprawl in many parts of the world, as well as increasingly difficult environmental conditions, makes it quite difficult for birds to survive.

Bird feeding is a great hobby.  It's easy to begin, doesn't require a great deal of expertise, and is quite affordable.  Whether you use a single feeder or fill your yard with feeders, you will find that this hobby is a great way to enjoy your wild bird friends!

It's entertaining.  Once you begin watching birds at your bird feeders, you will notice all the interesting things they do in their pursuit of a good meal.  You will receive many hours of entertainment and enjoyment watching your wild birds in the backyard habitat you created.

It helps to restore habitat loss.  Each new residential neighborhood that springs up or each tree that is cut down makes it more difficult for birds to eat and live.  Bird feeding helps to restore some of the natural habitat birds lose due to expansion into woodlands, fields, and meadows.

It helps keep birds healthy.  Feeding birds quality products, such as those offered here at Garden Shop Nursery, keeps birds healthier.  And, studies have shown that more birds will survive and prosper because of your bird feeder.  Your feeder won't be the birds only source of nourishment, but it will be a good one!

Bird feeding is for people who love watching birds.  Place your feeders in places where you can readily and frequently see the birds you are feeding.  Start with the basics.  Black sunflower in a tubular feeder is a very effective combination for attracting a large number of birds to your yard.  Attract more species by adding additional types of feeders and seed;  Nyjer thistle in a seed sock or tube feeder, mixtures of black-oil sunflower, hulled sunflower, and whole peanuts in hopper and platform feeders are a great way to diversify your feeders.  Specialized food like Dove and Quail or Golden Finch seed will attract particular varieties of birds. 

• To keep the birds safe, feeding stations should be maintained properly; otherwise, disease organisms can kill individual birds, sometimes in large numbers. Clean feeders will attract more wild birds because the fresh, clean seed is more appealing and nutritious.  Feeders can be sanitized with a solution of one part bleach to nine parts hot water. A mild solution of unscented dish detergent is acceptable as well.  Use rubber gloves to avoid any contamination and use stiff brushes to ensure thorough cleaning.  After cleaning, the feeder and all cleaned parts should be rinsed for at least 10 seconds in clear, clean water to be sure all chemical residues are removed.  Before refilling the feeder, it should be completely dry. Any remaining moisture could lead to mold and mildew that can cause illness and rotten, unhealthy seed.

 

Seed Starting

There are many reasons to start seeds. In our region it is to help lengthen our growing season, this way you have a greater choice of plant varieties, and its fun. My garden tip this month is to help you successfully start seeds; and then safely plant them.   

• Make sure the container you start them in is clean
• Understanding the temperature requirements of each variety is extremely important
• Use a light weight growing medium, such as peat pellets, or a professionally blended seed starting mix
• Seed starting trays are a excellent way to keep the water level correct
• If new sprouts need watering, use a light gentle spray
• Place in a warm area with full light for at least 6 hours daily
• Keep the area at 60 to 65 degrees
• Using a warming pad under the seed tray until the seeds have sprouted will help more seeds germinate.

Planting Seedlings

• Once your plant emerges through the soil surface, air temperature is an important factor for determining growth.
• Harden off your seedlings by placing outside in warm weather for short periods of time before planting.
• While hardening off outside,  protect from wind. Light breezes are okay.
• Use a gentle hand when moving your seedlings. This will keep you from disturbing the roots.
• Plant your seedlings when the weather is suitable for the specific variety.
• Plant in organically amended soil, don't be frugal, use a good amount in the soil a week before you plant.
• Water regularly! These are short rooted plants that will need frequent watering.

 

Sowing Seeds Directly Into The Ground

Because we live in what is classified as a short growing season, most of the seeds that we can directly plant in the ground are the cool season crops, such as carrots, beets, lettuce and peas. There are a few exceptions, check the package for specific directions and timing charts. Most of these seeds can germinate when the soil is as cool as 40°.

Working in a generous amount of organic compost a week before planting will allow the material to start to break down, enriching the soil for a healthy crop.

When the day has come to plant your seeds, work the soil again. For root crops such as carrots make sure the soil is loose several inches deep, and drains well; this will ensure you don't end up with stubby carrots. They need room to grow.

 

What seeds can you save?

Not every plant is worthy of saving its seeds, but some standard or heirloom varieties that are not cross-pollinated by nearby plants are good candidates. Many gardeners successfully keep bean, tomato, lettuce, and pepper seeds. Some gardeners like to experiment, but be careful and have other seeds ready to go if you are unsuccessful. 

 

 

Prevent Dry Skin with Caren

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Caren's entire line has been formulated by world renowned cosmeceutical chemists. Each product contains antioxidants, aloe vera and glycerine to provide ultimate hydration enhancing your skin's appearance with a radiant and youthful glow.

 

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