Spring into Summer Gardening
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Spring into Summer Gardening

It’s officially summer! The summer sun is your garden’s best friend, but you’ll still need some elbow grease to keep your operation running smoothly. Let’s talk about how we can keep our gardens going strong through these hot summer days.  Spring gardens are all about cultivation and getting your plants started. In contrast, summer is…

Hydrangea: Summer’s Favorite Shrub
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Hydrangea: Summer’s Favorite Shrub

Hydrangea: Summer’s Favorite Shrub Every New Jersey native knows that it’s summer when hydrangeas start pushing out their blooms. These colorful clusters of flowers decorating our neighborhoods and parks are a surefire sign that summer is in full swing. Blue and pink blooms are coveted among gardeners, adding an elegant and fantastical flair to any…

Fertilizing Your Lawn in Four Steps
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Fertilizing Your Lawn in Four Steps

A luscious lawn requires a few steps, but undoubtedly, fertilizer is the most important one. Implementing a comprehensive fertilizing program keeps annoying weeds at bay and ensures grass flourishes and remains green throughout the warmer spring and summer months.  The right fertilizer also means springtime marks a lush lawn marked by healthy, fluffy, weed-free grass….

Annuals vs. Perennials: How Can You Choose?
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Annuals vs. Perennials: How Can You Choose?

Planting in the spring or summer in hopes of a year-round payoff? You’ve likely already heard much about annuals and perennials, but how do you pick between the plant types, and when should you plant them? Before you settle on your new blooms, let the professionals at Cerbo’s guide you in the right direction to…

Summer Gardening
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Summer Gardening

Summer isn’t typically the time to transplant and uproot plants, but if you have perennials, you’ll enjoy the beautiful blooms as the weather turns warmer. It’s a misconception that you cannot plant in the summer. You can certainly plant balled-up plants, but you cannot uproot plants that are already in the ground. Your plants may…