Top 10 Gardener the Ultimate Garden Blueprint with Ken & Lisa

Ken Lain the Mountain Gardener here! Spring's unpredictable weather might have delayed our Spring Flower Festival, but the garden's spirit is in full bloom!

This weekend, discover the enduring beauty of peonies and how to cultivate them for decades of enjoyment. And on April 5th, immerse yourself in the intoxicating fragrance of lilacs, exploring diverse varieties and planting tips.

Remember, Watters Garden Center is more than just plants; we're about cultivating your green thumb and sharing the joy of gardening. Find our class schedule and my "Privacy Screen" book on wattersgardencenter.com. Let's grow together!

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Spring awakens the garden with vibrant California Poppies, their cheerful blooms signaling warmer days. Pair them with Delphiniums for a stunning contrast; their tall spikes of blue, purple, or white add vertical interest and elegance.

For a touch of drama, consider the new Euphorbia 'Miner's Merlot'. Its deep burgundy foliage provides year-round interest and animal resistance. When designing your perennial garden, remember your zone and the direction your garden faces to ensure optimal sunlight. Understand each plant's mature size and bloom time for a continuous display of color.

Group plants with similar water and sun needs. Visit Watters Garden Center to explore our selection and let our experts guide you in creating a thriving and beautiful garden space.

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Ken Lain Here, The Mountain Gardener! Spring's arrival paints our mountain landscapes with vibrant hues.

Right now, you'll see forsythia's sun-kissed yellow and the striking pink blooms of ornamental plums – a true spectacle before the leaves emerge. Remember, these early bloomers are often ornamental, not fruit-producing.

If you’re craving homegrown plums, look for varieties like Elephant Heart or Santa Rosa, which bloom a bit later. Notice the redbuds and lilacs popping up, too!

This is the perfect moment to explore your neighborhood, snap photos of what catches your eye, and bring them to Watters Garden Center. We can help you select the perfect plants for your space, ensuring your garden thrives with style and beauty. Think of us as your garden mentors, guiding you to cultivate a landscape that brings joy and lasting memories, just like those salted plums of my childhood.

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We're back with Lisa Waters Lain, answering your garden questions! This weekend's buzz was all about spring planting, and many are eager to get started. Remember, while you can plant trees, shrubs, and perennials like lilacs and forsythia now, hold off on tomatoes until after the first week of May to avoid frost damage.

Shelly asked about the difference between Atlas and Deodar cedars. Both are large, beautiful trees, ideal for privacy screens. Atlas cedars, like the one at the courthouse, have a blue hue and distinct layering. Deodar cedars are greener with softer, fuller growth, especially when young. Both reach impressive sizes, but Deodar often appears fuller initially. For large screening, consider either, keeping in mind their eventual size.

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Welcome to this week's edition of the Mountain Gardener. Your host, Ken Lain, here!

Spring is in full bloom across our elevations, and now is the perfect time to establish a thick, fast-growing privacy hedge.

Remember to trim existing hedges now, fertilize, and plant new ones for optimal growth.

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Spring has sprung at Watters Garden Center! We're celebrating with vibrant blooming shrubs, sharing expert tips on lawn care, and showcasing easy-to-grow native plants. Discover unique garden companions like the Gopher Plant.

Join us in the joy of the season as we explore the wonders that make owning a garden center so much fun. From fragrant blooms to hardy natives, we're here to guide you through a successful and beautiful spring garden.

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Ken and Lisa will also answer listener questions about gardening in Arizona's high country.

Get ready to catch Ken and Lisa's gardening bug! They're bursting with knowledge and passion for growing beautiful things, and they're ready to share it all with you. Don't miss out on this chance to level up your gardening game!

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Owning a garden center is a joy, especially during our 63rd Spring Open House! Ken Lain here, and I love sharing the excitement of the season. We celebrate rain, sun, or snow with our growers and you, our gardening friends.

This weekend is packed with new discoveries, like the dwarf "Little Miss Sunshine" Yucca, a hummingbird magnet perfect for any patio. The fragrant Pieris, or Lily of the Valley, is also in full bloom, ideal for shady spots.

We're brimming with Penstemons and Rhododendrons, all bursting with color. March's moisture supercharges our soil, making it perfect for planting. Join us this weekend and experience the magic of spring!

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Ken and Lisa Lain, the Top 10 Gardeners, are here! Spring's bursting with life at Watters Garden Center! We are showcasing some genuinely unique plants.

We're excited about our spring Amaryllis, a perfect indoor delight, waxed and ready to bloom for 10-14 weeks.

Outdoors, the vibrant colors of Columbine announce spring, while Euphorbia varieties like Gopher Plant and Rainbow Ascot add architectural interest and resilience. And for a true sign of spring, Forsythia's bright yellow blooms are just opening!

These plants are perfect for our mountain climate, offering beauty, fragrance, and animal resistance. Join us this spring and discover the wonders of nature.

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Spring's here, and we're celebrating easy-care natives! Ken Lain here, sharing the latest arrivals at Watters Garden Center. Our changing climate means new options, like hardy Texas Sage and vibrant Orange Crush Globemallow, perfect for our dry landscapes.

Discover our superior Single Leaf Pinion Pine, robust and disease-resistant. And don't miss the versatile Juniper, a 1600-year-old wonder, available in numerous varieties. We've even improved natives like Redbuds and Desert Willows, breeding them for extended blooms and vibrant colors.

These plants thrive with minimal care, ideal for busy gardeners. Embrace the beauty and resilience of Arizona natives with us!

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Ken and Lisa Lain here each week to answer your garden questions!

Spring lawns are waking up, and it's time to give them a boost. Now is the moment to start watering and feeding your lawn. Forget waiting, friends.

Grab Watters 7-4-4 All-Purpose Plant Food. It's a granular food, like magic for your grass. Spread it now; you'll see a vibrant green lawn next weekend.

Get that mower sharpened and ready, too!

Start watering those March plants, and watch them green up instantly. Don't delay; your lawn is ready for action. Spring is here, let's make it green!

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