With the temperatures dipping below 40 at night, it's a hint that it's time to start tidying up for Autumn... and then the invariable 300 feet of winter snow!
Start with your potting shed. Remove any liquids that could freeze as the temps drop below 32 F. Transfer fertilizers from cardboard containers to plastic to prevent humidity damage and deterioration.
Plant those last bulbs for Spring blooming! Group at least 3 bulbs for maximum show effect. Consider hyacinths, crocus, tulips, and daffodils. You'll be happy you did when the last of the snow melts next Spring!
Clean your tools before hanging them up for the winter. Scrape off any excess mud or debris. Using a wire brush where necessary. Then wash with water and dry thoroughly.
If there's any rust on your tools, gently use steel wool. Don't forget your work gloves in this process!!!
Sharpen your tools that have a sharp edge with a file made especially for sharpening tools. Hold the tool steady against a solid object, such as a tool bench, and draw the file repeatedly across the edge at a 45-degree angle.
Sand wooden handles to remove any rough or splintery portions with sandpaper.
Spray metal parts with a penetrating lubricating oil or dip in your recycled oil to protect them from rust.
Store in a dry spot! And get out the seed catalogs to start dreaming of next year!
Wednesday, September 17, 2008
Friday, August 15, 2008
August 15, 2008
It's hard to believe that it's the middle of August. Our summer is slipping by with fall right around the corner. We've not really had any "warm" nights that you could leave the windows open and sleep with no blankets! I'm still waiting for summer.
Weddings have been great to us this summer. Be sure to see our photos of some of the bouquets, cake toppers, etc. that we have created. We enjoy the opportunity to create "dream come true" bouquets that brides gush "It's just what I had imagined it'd be...it's perfect!"
Roses are on special all this month. Only $20 per dozen for all wrapped roses. Have a vase already at home? This is perfect for you! Think red-yellow-pink-white-orange and/or two-tone! Just remember when you get them home to cut the stems at an angle before putting in water. Every three days change the water and add 1/3 of the food packet we include with all vased arrangments!
Fall flowers are starting to come in - sunflowers, dahlias, and mums! Need a pick-me-up or some color to add warmth to a room? The reds, golds, oranges, and browns of late summer are waiting for you!
Weddings have been great to us this summer. Be sure to see our photos of some of the bouquets, cake toppers, etc. that we have created. We enjoy the opportunity to create "dream come true" bouquets that brides gush "It's just what I had imagined it'd be...it's perfect!"
Roses are on special all this month. Only $20 per dozen for all wrapped roses. Have a vase already at home? This is perfect for you! Think red-yellow-pink-white-orange and/or two-tone! Just remember when you get them home to cut the stems at an angle before putting in water. Every three days change the water and add 1/3 of the food packet we include with all vased arrangments!
Fall flowers are starting to come in - sunflowers, dahlias, and mums! Need a pick-me-up or some color to add warmth to a room? The reds, golds, oranges, and browns of late summer are waiting for you!
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