Chet's Garden Center
As summer winds down and fall approaches you may be wondering if it’s too late to plant turnips for a fall harvest. Turnips are cool-weather loving root vegetables that can be planted in late summer or early fall for an autumn crop. With their quick maturation time, you can grow turnips even with limited time … Read more
Spring is the perfect time to start planting flower seeds outdoors for a gorgeous garden. With the right preparation and timing you can have stunning blooms all season long. In this article we’ll go over when and how to plant flower seeds in spring. When to Plant Flower Seeds in Spring The timing of planting … Read more
A beautiful garden border filled with colorful, low growing perennials can really make a landscape pop. Not only do perennials provide long-lasting color and texture, but they require less maintenance than annuals since they come back every year. When choosing plants for a border, it’s important to select short varieties that won’t obstruct views or … Read more
Dahlias are absolutely stunning flowers that come in a rainbow of colors and range dramatically in size and form. But what exactly does a dahlia plant look like as it grows and blooms through the seasons? This complete visual guide will walk you through the dahlia’s life cycle so you know exactly what to expect … Read more
Poppies are beautiful flowering plants that belong to the Papaveraceae family. With their vibrant colors and delicate petals, it’s no wonder poppies are popular garden flowers. But just how many petals do poppies have? Here’s a deep dive into the anatomy of poppy flowers. There are over 250 species of poppies that grow across North … Read more
Stag beetles are some of the most spectacular insects in the world. Their large mandibles and striking coloration make them popular among insect enthusiasts. For those looking to add these insects to their collection live stag beetles for sale can often be found from specialized breeders and sellers. This guide covers everything you need to … Read more
Title What Do Geranium Seeds Look Like? A Close Look at These Tiny Propagules Geraniums are a popular garden flower known for their bright colors and hardy nature. While geraniums are easily propagated through cuttings, collecting and sowing seeds is also a great way to multiply your plants. But what exactly do geranium seeds look … Read more
Snapdragons are a classic and cheerful garden flower that can brighten up any outdoor space With their spikes of vibrant bell-shaped blooms in shades of white, pink, red, yellow and more, it’s easy to see why they are so popular But did you know snapdragons also make fantastic container plants? Growing snapdragons in pots opens … Read more
Spring is a time of renewal and rebirth in the garden After a long winter, it’s exciting to see those first splashes of color as bulbs like daffodils, tulips and hyacinths start to bloom But flowering bulbs are just the beginning of the spring bloom season. Next up are flowering trees like redbuds, cherries and … Read more
How Long Does It Take for Dahlia Bulbs to Sprout? A Complete Guide Dahlias are a beloved summer and fall flower lighting up gardens with their vibrant colors. But before those showy blooms appear, getting dahlia plants started from tubers requires patience. If you’ve planted dahlia bulbs and are wondering how long they take to … Read more