by knappvalley | Aug 24, 2012 | Informational, Uncategorized |
The one job that never goes away is the need to weed, prune, deadhead, and the general cleanup of garden beds. At Knapp Valley we offer a service that covers these sometimes overwhelming tasks. Our maintenance team will get to know you and your garden to help develop a plan that fits both needs. Whether it be one visit at the beginning and end of the year or a visit once every two weeks we can help keep your gardens looking good. Weeding and Deadheading Though weeding and deadheading may be simple tasks, sometimes the amount of work exceeds one’s ability to complete it well. At Knapp Valley we offer our services of bed maintenance to complete small to large weeding/deadheading jobs. Our maintenance crew has years of experience knowing what is and what is not a weed. Also, they have been trained to know what to cut back and when to deadhead each perennial to keep your garden bed looking good all year round. With our maintenance teams’ help you need not worry about weeding and deadheading, our crew will deal with it for you. Pruning To keep the plants healthy around your home pruning is a necessary task, but what do you do when you are not sure how to prune a tree or how much to take off of a shrub? You can call Knapp Valley and we will send out or maintenance crew to do if for you. The crew is well experienced in dealing with all sorts of pruning jobs. From the smallest shrubs to larger trees our crews have dealt with... by knappvalley | Aug 15, 2012 | Uncategorized |
The girls in the garden center have been busy putting together lots of dried arrangements! Check out some of their fun creations below! Dried flower arrangements preserve nature’s beauty for year round appreciation. Why not try making one of your own? Or come on over to Knapp Valley and check out some of our awesome dried... by knappvalley | May 24, 2012 | Uncategorized |
If you love cooking, nothing is better than having fresh herbs on hand to add an extra kick to your meals and wow your taste buds. You can grow herbs for a fraction of the cost you pay for fresh herbs at the grocery store, and it can also be a rewarding experience growing your very own herbs. There are so many wonderful herbs you can grow and most require little maintenance. Why not give it a shot? Some must-grow herbs include basil, thyme, parsley and rosemary. Basil Basil is a delicious herb and compliments many dishes, especially Italian cuisine. Basil needs to be planted in a sunny spot in well-drained, fertile soil. Once the warm weather comes to stay, basil growth will take off! As it grows, basil can become a bit leggy, so be sure to harvest often. By harvesting the energy will be directed into producing lots of new leaves. Avoid allowing basil to flower as it can result in bitter tasting leaves. There are several varieties of basil including Genovese, Thai and Lemon. Each variety brings a unique taste and look. Thyme Plant thyme in full sun for the best flavor. It prefers a well-drained, lighter soil that is not too rich in nutrients. Thyme only requires water in very dry conditions, so water sparingly. Thyme leaves are small but are packed full of flavor. Chop thyme up finely or tie a bundle of sprigs together and throw it in a soup to simmer and remove before serving. Thyme goes especially well with lamb, tomatoes, and eggs. Thyme is very attractive and in addition to...
by knappvalley | Nov 18, 2011 | Uncategorized |
Thank you all for a great season!! See you in the Spring!! 🙂 by knappvalley | Jun 16, 2011 | Uncategorized |
GOD: Frank, you know all about gardens and nature. What in the world is going on down there on the planet? What happened to the dandelions, violets, milkweeds and stuff I started eons ago? I had a perfect no-maintenance garden plan. Those plants grow in any type of soil, withstand drought and multiply with abandon. The nectar from the long-lasting blossoms attracts butterflies, honey bees and flocks of songbirds. I expected to see a vast garden of colours by now. But, all I see are these green rectangles. ST. FRANCIS: It’s the tribes that settled there, Lord. The Suburbanites. They started calling your flowers ‘weeds’ and went to great lengths to kill them and replace them with grass. GOD: Grass? But, it’s so boring. It’s not colourful. It doesn’t attract butterflies, birds and bees; only grubs and sod worms. It’s sensitive to temperatures. Do these Suburbanites really want all that grass growing there? ST. FRANCIS: Apparently so, Lord. They go to great pains to grow it and keep it green. They begin each spring by fertilizing grass and poisoning any other plant that crops up in the lawn. GOD: The spring rains and warm weather probably make grass grow really fast. That must make the Suburbanites happy. ST. FRANCIS: Apparently not, Lord. As soon as it grows a little, they cut it-sometimes twice a week. GOD: They cut it? Do they then bale it like hay? ST. FRANCIS: Not exactly, Lord. Most of them rake it up and put it in bags. GOD: They bag it? Why? Is it a cash crop? Do they sell it? ST. FRANCIS: No,... by knappvalley | Jul 27, 2010 | Uncategorized
Beautiful Yards can be a “Snap” with “Snap Shot Gardening” The Snap Shot Gardening program at Knapp Valley Gardens has been around for many years but has become increasingly popular over the past year. This is a great program for people looking to take on a home landscape project who find themselves in need of a helping hand to get the project started. It is truly a great way to be creative and gain the satisfaction that comes with doing a project on your own. Many people with little knowledge of plants and design have had some really great results creating their own backyard paradise with our guidance. Not only can we help you create outdoor living spaces and select the right plants for the right location, we will give you tips for proper bed preparation and help you plan the most efficient way to get the project done. Here’s how it works: *Call (616) 363-8086 to schedule an appointment with our “Snap Shot Garden” designer Kim Blanchard. *Jot down measurements of the area that you would like to landscape. Note the direction your house faces, and whether the area is sunny or shady. *Bring in photos, of the area—or a digital camera or memory card. *Include a list of plants and colors that you like. *Kim will sit down with you, create a design and guide you through the process of plant selection and layout. She will take you through our Garden Center and help you choose the plants and materials that you will need to finish your landscape project. So if you have a “do-it-yourself” landscape project...
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