How to Prune Crapemyrtles Correctly

January 4, 2024 • Jennifer Gibson

Learn how to prune crepe myrtles correctly in this blog post, including when to prune, how to prune and most importantly, how NOT to prune them.

Poinsettia Care

November 21, 2023 • Jennifer Gibson

History Here are a few interesting tidbits about poinsettias; they are named after Joel Roberts Poinsett, the first United States Minister to Mexico.  He introduced the plant to the US in 1825.  Poinsettias are widely considered and most popularly sold as a Christmas plant.  As legends tell it, in 16th century Mexico, a poor girl… Read more »

How to Effectively Use Dormant Oil

November 21, 2023 • Jennifer Gibson

What is dormant oil? Dormant oil refers more to when the oil has traditionally been applied rather than what it is made of. Newer dormant oil formulations are typically refined from petroleum oil, such as mineral oil. Unlike home remedies, they also contain an emulsifier to help water mix with the oil, which will provide… Read more »

How to Grow Christmas Cactus

November 20, 2023 • Jennifer Gibson

There are actually 3 different kinds of cactus that look similar and have one of three names; Thanksgiving, Christmas and Easter cactus.  While it may seem like they are all the same, there is a difference.  It’s all in the leaf shape. Thanksgiving Cactus Although they are commonly called Christmas cactus, the ones pictures above… Read more »

Christmas at The Good Earth Garden Center!

November 18, 2023 • Jennifer Gibson

Find tips on Christmas trees, greenery, poinsettias, Christmas decor, and tons of gift ideas all right here at The Good Earth Garden Center!

Our Favorite Pumpkin Recipes for Autumn

September 26, 2023 • Jennifer Gibson

  ‘Tis the season… the PUMPKIN season and we are here for it!  You might have guessed that being around tons of freshly picked pumpkins and gourds inspires us to do some cooking and baking, and if so, you were correct!  Our team loves this time of year, and the opportunity to share our fall… Read more »