Mother's Day Flowers
Posted on Monday May 06, 2024 at 04:05PM in Lawn and Garden
Did you know that Mother’s Day is the largest flower holiday of the year? Even more so than Valentine’s Day!
Don’t be fooled into thinking that flower arrangements are too common to be special, though. Many types of flowers carry unique meanings, and creating a bouquet based on what those flowers represent is a great way to show your sentiment to your mom this Sunday.
Most Popular Tomato Varieties
Posted on Monday Apr 29, 2024 at 09:56PM in Lawn and Garden
Tomatoes are the most popular vegetables grown in home gardens and are also one of the most nutritious. They provide significant amounts of both vitamins A and C and can be served fresh, grilled, roasted, or cooked into sauces and pastes.
Herbs in the Chicken Coop
Posted on Monday Apr 22, 2024 at 09:38PM in Lawn and Garden
In conjunction with high-quality feed, chicken-friendly plants can be a great accompaniment to the coop.
Annual versus Perennial
Posted on Monday Apr 15, 2024 at 09:24PM in Lawn and Garden
Whether you already consider yourself a master grower, or whether you’re completely new to the gardening game, you’ve likely run across the terms “annual” and “perennial” quite often.
Herbs in the Coop
Posted on Monday Apr 01, 2024 at 03:47PM in Lawn and Garden
In conjunction with high-quality feed, chicken-friendly plants can be a great accompaniment to the coop.
Planting Onion Sets
Posted on Wednesday Mar 20, 2024 at 05:45PM in Lawn and Garden
Seed and vegetable sets have arrived at Stockdale’s locations for the spring planting season.
Flowers for Hummingbirds
Posted on Monday Mar 11, 2024 at 05:52PM in Lawn and Garden
Ruby-throated hummingbirds migrate through Tennessee twice a year — between late March and mid-May, and between early July and October.
March Gardening Tips
Posted on Monday Mar 04, 2024 at 06:40PM in Lawn and Garden
By the time March rolls around, you’re probably itching to get your hands back in the dirt, an activity that can brighten both your garden and spirit.
Bad Weather Driving Tips
Posted on Monday Feb 05, 2024 at 04:32PM in Lawn and Garden
Whether you’ve been driving for years or are just getting started behind the wheel, getting from one place to another is always a challenge.
Winter Beekeeping
Posted on Monday Jan 22, 2024 at 01:03PM in Lawn and Garden
As the temperatures drop and the flowers die, people often wonder what becomes of honeybees. Unlike many other insects, though, bees do not hibernate during the winter and instead stay active all year long.
Puppy Vaccines
Posted on Monday Jan 22, 2024 at 01:02PM in Lawn and Garden
Did your family gain a furry, four-legged addition over the holidays? Raising a puppy is an exciting time, but don’t forget to consider your puppy’s health during this formative stage!
Puppy shots not only prevent a wide range of diseases in your dog but also protect other animals in your home as well.
Rodents Be Gone
Posted on Monday Jan 22, 2024 at 01:00PM in Lawn and Garden
The cooler temperatures drive many animals into hibernation, but rats and mice stay active year-round.
Cover Your Soil
Posted on Monday Dec 18, 2023 at 11:31PM in Lawn and Garden
Fall is no time to let your garden remain dormant. Soil is meant to be covered, and unless you guide the growing process, weeds will likely take over your well-tended garden before planting time in the spring.
Hay Bale Art
Posted on Friday Nov 03, 2023 at 04:42PM in Lawn and Garden
As the end of the year approaches, we have many holidays to look forward to — from Halloween to Thanksgiving to Christmas to celebrating the new year. If you live on a farm, consider using an old hay bale to spread some holiday cheer to all those passing by.
Lime: An Important Part of a Fertility Program
Posted on Friday Nov 03, 2023 at 04:40PM in Lawn and Garden
All crops, including corn, soybeans, forages and many others, require nutrients from the soil to grow. The availability of those nutrients to the plants from the soil is greatly dependent on the soil pH, the measure of the acidity or alkalinity of the soil. A soil test is the best way to determine the soil’s pH.