Overwintering your Tuberous Begonias

IN THE FALLAt this point in the growing season, you should still have at least another month or two of good looks if you have been feeding your begonias well. Unfortunately, this was a very tough season for mildew, so many begonias will have some by this time. Even if...

Avoid Overwatering: How much is too much?

As the temperature increases, we here at Weidner’s see more customers having trouble with finding the right balance of water, sun, and overall care for their plants. Most gardeners can tell when a plant needs water, but the symptoms of over watering can be harder to...

Colorful Plants for Hot Summer Weather

As summer continues, it can be hard to find flowering plants that thrive during hot, sunny days. The trick is to find plants native to tropical areas that don’t mind the heat, and have fairly low water requirements once established. One of our favorites is the...

Tips and Tricks for Growing Begonias

Where To Grow Begonias Tuberous begonias grow best in cooler, shady areas. In Southern California that is our coastal areas, to about 15 miles inland. The further inland you go the more difficult it will be. However, we do have so many microclimate areas that this is...

Ladybugs: The Beneficial Insect For Your Garden

There is no doubt that gardeners are looking for more eco-friendly ways to deal with plant pests, and one of the best solutions can be found by introducing a ladybug population into your yard. Ladybugs are naturally carnivorous insects, eating many soft bodied insects...