Chet's Garden Center
Pictures of Evergreen Trees Types – A Guide to Identifying Common Varieties Evergreen trees provide year-round greenery and structure to gardens and landscapes. With so many types to choose from, it can be tricky identifying one evergreen from another In this guide, we’ll explore 25 common evergreen tree varieties, with pictures and details to help … Read more
The front door wreath is one of the most iconic symbols of the holiday season. A beautifully decorated wreath serves as a festive welcome for family and friends as they arrive to celebrate. If you want to learn how to create a stunning Christmas wreath for your front door this year you’ve come to the … Read more
Cherry blossoms hold a special place in many cultures. Their transient beauty is fleeting yet unforgettable. For just a few weeks in the spring, these pretty flowers bloom and change the look of the landscape with their cotton candy colors. We usually think of cherry blossoms as bright pink and white, but when you take … Read more
Verbena is a popular flowering plant that adds vibrant pops of color to gardens, containers, and hanging baskets. With its trailing and mounding habits, verbena creates visual interest and texture. But if you live in an area with cold winters, you may be wondering – how cold hardy is verbena? Can you grow verbena in … Read more
Do Wisteria Trees Smell Good? Unlocking the Allure of Their Divine Fragrance Wisteria vines have long been loved for the beautiful flowers that fall from them in the spring. Wisterias are loved for more than just their looks; they are also loved for the wonderful scent they give off that fills the garden. If you … Read more
Is Horse Manure Good for Grass? Exploring the Pros and Cons As a gardener, you likely know that fertilizer provides essential nutrients that help grass and other plants thrive. But have you considered using horse manure as a natural fertilizer option? Horse manure contains nitrogen, phosphorus potassium and other nutrients that grass needs. It also … Read more
The weeping beech tree, whose scientific name is Fagus sylvatica “Pendula,” is a beautiful and interesting type of European beech tree. Because of the way its branches fall dramatically, it makes a unique focal point in any landscape. An Overview of the Weeping Beech The weeping beech is a cultivar of the common European beech … Read more
Zinnias are one of the most popular annual flowers grown from seed. Their brightly colored daisy-like blooms add vibrant pops of color to gardens and cut flower arrangements. When starting zinnias from seed one of the most common questions gardeners have is how many seeds to plant per hole. Proper seeding techniques help ensure good … Read more
The Perfect Planting Time for Pomegranate Trees Pomegranates are a delicious and nutritious fruit that can be grown in many backyards. However, in order to get a good harvest from your pomegranate tree, it’s important to plant it at the right time of year. Choosing the optimal planting time can make all the difference in … Read more
Butterfly bushes, which are also called buddleia or summer lilac, are a group of flowering shrubs that gardeners love because they bring butterflies to their yards. Butterfly bushes are beautiful and good for wildlife because they have arching branches, brightly colored flowers, and a sweet smell. If you want to see pictures of the many … Read more