Sprawling, green lawns are the norm in Utah. Even though we’re an arid, desert climate, a lush, soft lawn is important to most people in the state. These lawns are often not sustainable, and the overuse of water and fertilizers is a practice we all need to steer clear of. This isn’t to say that […]
The state flower for Utah is the Sego Lily. These beautiful flowers thrive in Utah’s high desert areas and only bloom through May, June, and July. It was designated the official state flower on March 18, 1911, by the Utah State Legislature. Pioneers and early settlers were able to survive off these plants on many […]
Many areas along the Wasatch Front contain heavy clay soils. Compacted clay soil in your lawn and garden area can make for tough planting, but don’t get discouraged. Clay soil also offers great benefits, it just may take a bit of work and some high-quality amendments to get it where you want it to be. […]
Compost is a great product to use in gardens and flower beds. The United States EPA defines composting as a “controlled, aerobic (oxygen-required) process that converts organic materials into a nutrient-rich soil amendment or mulch through natural decomposition. The end product is compost – a dark, crumbly, earthy-smelling material. Microorganisms feed on the materials added […]
Landscaping rocks create depth and interest to any landscape. They bring in dimension and help with water conservation (a must here in Utah!). Small yards and large estates alike can benefit from beautiful rocks throughout their design. Here are a few updated ideas for eye-catching rock areas for your yard. A Natural Look – Rocks […]
Starting a new vegetable garden project or looking to revamp your current setup? We’ve got some great ideas for any size yard. Square-foot gardening layout – This method is all about efficient use of space. Typically, you’d start with a raised bed that has multiple 4×4 foot boxes with a lattice laid across the top […]
A fresh garden tomato delivers a taste that is out of this world. You remember what that store bought tomato tasted like in January? Us too, which is why we’re so excited to get started on some gorgeous tomato plants. To grow juicy, full-flavored tomatoes, we offer these great tips. First, start off by rotating […]
Pop quiz! Do you know what the state soil of Utah is called? Utah’s state soil as listed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is called Mivida (mee-vee-duh). Mivida is not legislatively established, but the unofficial soil type is widespread across Utah, especially in the southeastern portions of the state. The soil covers over […]
We may not have control over the weather, but we can control how and what we do in our gardens. This year will be interesting with our huge snowpack and melt that’s coming our way, and it’s likely that many homes will see a little flooding on their properties. Being proactive will be critical this […]
Have you ever driven by a home with incredible flower beds and got discouraged because you didn’t think you could ever pull something like that off? Well, we have news for you: you can do it! You just need a little time, a little patience, some high-quality soil, and a bit of optimism. You don’t […]
