Mallory's Garden

08/28/2026

Plants need more than just the big 3 Nitrogen-Phosphorus-Potassium. They need micronutrients such as Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Copper….the list goes on. If you’re purchasing slow release or water soluble fertilizer always check for micronutrients. I find they are usually labeled for vegetables. You are what you eat. I will do a soil test shortly, including checking acidity levels, but in the interim this is not a harmful solution.

08/28/2026

The battle with misinformation on big leaf hydrangeas is real. But even if you do everything right they can still underperform. Beware of late frosts! And it never hurts to put down some good compost and or organic fertilizer every spring.

08/27/2026

The countdown is on! Are you ready?

08/07/2026

08/06/2026

Plants I think every garden should have. Considering blooms, interesting foliage, and being native or non invasive. 🌼

07/31/2026

Going away for a while and need to keep your planter watered? Soak the soil, fill empty bottle with water, flip and burry into the soil. When the water dries air will be there to creep up into the bottle, and water will pour down as needed. You’ve just made your own water globe for free.

07/30/2026

And now for the good stuff!!!

07/28/2026

It’s not all doom and gloom.