As the temperature rises during the sweltering summer months, finding relief from the heat becomes a top priority for many homeowners. While cranking up the air conditioner may provide temporary respite indoors, the key to long-term comfort lies just beyond your back door. Let's explore how strategically planting trees and incorporating greenery into your backyard can help keep things cool when the mercury soars.
Maintaining and enhancing gardens during the peak of summer.
Efficient irrigation is crucial for maintaining a healthy garden, especially during the hot summer months. Our team at Belmont Nursery wants to ensure you equip your yard with its best chance at plant success! When it comes to watering your plants, two popular methods are drip irrigation and sprinkler irrigation. Both have their advantages and disadvantages, and the best choice depends on your specific gardening needs. Here’s a detailed comparison to help you decide which system is right for you.
As the temperatures rise and the days grow longer, it's time to prepare your garden for the summer heat. With a few proactive steps, you can ensure that your plants remain healthy and vibrant throughout the hottest months of the year. Here are some essential tips to help your garden thrive in the summer heat.
Gardening isn't just a hobby; it's a valuable learning experience that can enrich your child's life in countless ways. From nurturing plants to witnessing the wonders of nature firsthand, gardening offers a host of benefits that extend far beyond the boundaries of the backyard. In this blog, we'll explore the myriad ways in which gardening can positively impact your child's physical, mental, and emotional development.
What a DAY!!
We want to give a big Thank You to all of you who attended The Big Squeeze this last Saturday! I think it was a big hit…everyone had great questions and Pam Plemmons had yet another terrific seminar for the group. She is always a crowd favorite, giving so many tips and details in a fun and engaging presentation…we sure appreciate her visit!
In today's fast-paced world, reconnecting with nature and embracing a more sustainable lifestyle has never been more important. One simple yet incredibly rewarding way to do so is by growing your own food. From vibrant veggies to luscious fruits, cultivating your own edible garden not only offers a plethora of health benefits but also brings a sense of fulfillment and connection to the earth. Let's explore the numerous advantages of growing your own food and how surprisingly easy it can be to get started.
As summer slowly creeps into Fresno, we're all doing our best to stay cool during the season's first heat wave. But it's not just us feeling the heat. Our verdant plants and budding gardens are also battling the sweltering conditions. In response to this challenge, our experts at Belmont Nursery have curated an arsenal of tips and techniques to help you look after your garden during these sizzling days.
...the rain is gone!
Easter is a celebration of new life, and Mother Nature provides her own beautiful signs of the same. So many things awaken from winter hibernation and stretch towards the welcome warmth of the sun. Leaves emerge on trees once bare, bulbs pop up with colorful surprises, and of course the chorus of color from all the blooms…like a choir singing praises.
We couldn't be more excited for the upcoming spring season. Despite the recent rain causing some problems, we know that it's all for the greater good as it brings new life to the earth and plants we rely on. As the world re-balances itself with the wet soil, we look forward to new growth in the coming months. At our nursery, we've been keeping a close eye on our plants as they prepare to bud and bloom. One plant that we're particularly excited about is the Nandina Obsession. This compact 3x3 mound is perfect for both container gardens and in-ground planting. Its bright red and green foliage makes it a standout at any time of the year. Additionally, other plants like Magnolia and Redbud are also getting ready to bloom, making it a beautiful time of year to see how nature works and how the world re-balances itself with wet soil to bring on new growth.
To many in the Central Valley, November is the REAL beginning of Fall. October’s warm days keep us from breaking out the long sleeves and jackets, but the cooler days and sweater weather that come in November are the perfect time to dust off our crock-pots and soup recipes. It is also a time full of childhood memories of family dinners and visiting relatives. My grandparents lived a few miles away and the whole family would descend like a tornado to re-acquaint, reminisce and share our years experiences and accomplishments. It was a time to be thankful for one another, our health and the great food that was served.
They are back! We have an expansive selection of citrus trees, and right now is a great time to plant them. Visit our retail nursery and check out our selection. We have varieties that can suit any space. We know you'll find a citrus tree you'll love year after year after year...
Did you know April is #NationalGardeningMonth? There is no better way to celebrate springtime than to start or maintain your garden! Here are a few tips and reminders to help you grow your dream garden.
Having a diverse and significant population of bees, butterflies and other pollinators in the garden is an indicator of success in providing for their needs!
When planning a garden, think of it as a painting; some colors dominate and are spread with broad brush strokes here, while other colors will give depth and dimension with small dabs here and there.
Seed tapes are a pre-sown product of single or multiple species of seeds that are already spaced between tissue layers at the correct distance for growing. Many flower, vegetable or herb seeds can be purchased already incorporated into these products.
