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May 16, 2022

How to Grow Asclepias

OTHERWISE KNOW AS Milkweed Asclepias include over 100 species of evergreen or deciduous perennials adorned with small clusters of flowers that are irresistible to butterflies and pollinators. Asclepias Four species of native milkweed are found in most states: the Whorled Milkweed, Common Milkweed, and Swamp Milkweeds, and Butterfly Weed. They will thrive in a wide […]

May 13, 2022

Watering Outdoors

DIFFERENT PLANTS HAVE DIFFERENT Watering Needs A lack of moisture can cause a flower or vegetable garden to wilt and produce very few – if any – blooms. Overwatering plants can cause disease and the drowning of plants. Whether you have annuals, perennials, vegetables, or flowering shrubs, knowing the best way to water these plants […]

May 12, 2022

Shade Gardening

YOUR GUIDE TO Beautiful & Colorful Gardens Beautiful, colorful gardens can be grown in shady areas when proper plant varieties are chosen. Preparation and care of a shade garden is similar to a sunny garden except for watering habits. 2 Varieties There are two basic variations of light for shady areas: Light Shade:• Areas shaded […]

May 11, 2022

Geraniums

YOUR GUIDE TO Growing Geraniums Few plants offer as many options as geraniums. With over 300 species, they’re available in a wide range of bloom colors and types, foliage, and even scent. They range in size from a compact 6 inches to several feet of blooms.  Popular Varieties The four most popular varieties of geraniums […]

May 11, 2022

Japanese Maples

ADD A STRIKING FOCAL POINT To any Landscape! Japanese maple trees can provide a striking focal point, be the perfect plant to set off a large container, or grow into an impressive bonsai specimen. There are hundreds of Japanese maple varieties that come in various sizes with a large assortment of leaf shapes and colors […]

May 11, 2022

Growing Sweet Potatoes

IS AN INCREDIBLE SOURCE Of Vitamins and Essential Fiber Sweet potatoes have certainly grown more popular than ever. Not only are they an incredible source of vitamins and essential fiber, but they also have a lower sugar index than traditional white potatoes, making them quite the healthy choice. Slips Even though they are extremely frost-sensitive, […]

May 10, 2022

MVG Annuals

CHOOSE FROM A VARIETY OF annual Flowers Meadow View Growers is your one-stop shop for an abundance of annual bedding plants, perennials, vegetables, herbs, fall flowering garden mums, shrubs, trees and other foliage. We also sell soils, fertilizers, plant foods, pots, garden decor and so much more. Choose from a variety of sizes, from bedding flats, […]

May 6, 2022

Know Your Tomatoes

THERE ARE MANY Tomato Varieties Grape, Cherry, Slicers, Oh MY! There are very many varieties and types of tomatoes and at MVG we try to make sure we have the right tomato for your garden. Though the individual varieties might change per year we always have the various types of tomatoes including  Beefsteak Tomatoes Tomatoes […]

May 6, 2022

Caring for String Of Pearls

LEARN HOW To Care & Grow String of Pearls (Senecio rowleyanus, sometimes sold as Curio rowleyanus) is a show-stopper. Its trailing stems have pea-like leaves that look like beads – hence its common name. In spring, the plant may produce small white, cinnamon-scented flowers. It’s a a rapid grower, which makes it easy to fill […]

May 5, 2022

When Will My Perennials Emerge?

GIVE THEM TIME To Grow! Crocus, Lenten Roses, Violets, and Daffodils are all early bloomers and might start to emerge as early as February. However, these early blooming plants can give you a false sense of spring and winter snows might go as late as May. Spring Blooms Early spring blooms are dangerous for a […]



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