Author: Brad Fowler

This Month in Your Garden- May 2024

May 2, 2024 | In the Garden

Coastal Region – Brad Fowler The time to fertilize warm-season turfgrass has finally arrived. Be sure to fertilize based on soil test results and the specific needs of the turf. Check out the...

This Month in Your Garden – February 2024

Feb 1, 2024 | In the Garden

Coastal Region – Brad Fowler Many plants can benefit from being pruned in late winter, but it is very important to check specific pruning requirements for each plant. Additionally, use correct...

This Month in Your Garden- December 2023

Dec 4, 2023 | In the Garden, Uncategorized

Coastal Region- Brad Fowler Unexpected temperature drops in early winter may cause cold damage to plants, but wait to do corrective pruning until the damage can be fully assessed in late winter or...

This Month in Your Garden – August 2023

Aug 3, 2023 | In the Garden

Coastal Region – Brad Fowler It may be hot, but it is still important to be conservative when watering. Overwatering can easily occur on lawns and other landscape plants, even in the August...

This Month in Your Garden June 2023

Jun 1, 2023 | Flowers, Fruits & Vegetables, In the Garden, Landscape, Problems

Coastal Region – Brad Fowler Managing fire ants in the landscape can sometimes be difficult, but applying fire ant baits in early June, when ants are foraging, can help keep them under...

This Month in Your Garden- March 2023

Mar 2, 2023 | In the Garden

Coastal Region – Brad Fowler March normally brings with it a few warmer days, and it may be tempting to turn the irrigation on to make sure plants and turf are getting enough water, but try to...

This Month in Your Garden- February 2023

Feb 2, 2023 | In the Garden

Coastal Region – Brad Fowler February can be an excellent time to sharpen and freshen up hand tools in preparation for spring and summer. Late winter is a great time to prune many plants but make...

This Month in Your Garden – December 2022

Dec 1, 2022 | In the Garden

Coastal Region- Brad Fowler Late December is a good time to plant many spring flowering bulbs. In certain situations, it may be beneficial to use a selective postemergence herbicide to help control...

This Month in Your Garden – September 2022

Sep 1, 2022 | In the Garden

Coastal Region – Brad Fowler September is a good time to consider applying an ant bait to help control those pesky fire ants. Make sure to read and follow the instructions on the label of the...

This Month in Your Garden- June 2022

Jun 2, 2022 | In the Garden, Uncategorized

Coastal – Brad Fowler Many vegetables like sweet potatoes, southern peas, summer squash, and okra can still be planted in June to be harvested throughout the summer and into the fall. Check...