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Happy New Year!!

by | January 11, 2022 | Design & Decorate, Gardening Tips, What's New | 0 Comments

For many the New Year is a time for reflection, rebirth and growth. For Mother Nature, the New Year is a time of rest and hibernation, a time to slow down and conserve energy for the spring season. At Weidner’s we also slow down after the busy Poinsettia season and...
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Fall is Here

by | October 28, 2021 | Design & Decorate, Gardening Tips, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

“Pulling up twisted tomato vines-long autumn shadows. Chimney smoke rises from house after house-hazy autumn foothills. Warm sweater cozy sock cap-late October In the dimming days-suddenly Chrysanthemumsopen my dry eyes.”-Haiku by Mike Garofalo As much as we SoCal...
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Meet Oliver and Kalim

by | September 15, 2021 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

So many of our customers have been coming to Weidner’s for decades and love to share stories of times past. Our matriarch, Evelyn Weidner, is a highly respected and beloved fixture in the Southern California agricultural industry. She built Weidner’s Gardens with her...
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New Greenhouse Project

by | August 6, 2021 | Design & Decorate, What's New | 0 Comments

If you've been to Weidner's Gardens lately you will notice we are tearing down some of our old wood greenhouses. These are the last three original greenhouses originally built by Bob and Evelyn Weidner. When Bob and Evelyn bought the property in 1971 it was a clean...
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July Gardening Tips

by | July 3, 2021 | Design & Decorate, Gardening Tips, Pests & Diseases, Plant Care | 0 Comments

Wow, can you believe it's July already! July is the month where we celebrate independence and freedom. July is the time for backyards bbq and pool parties and epic summer playlists. July is the embodiment of summer fun. Of course, the 4th of July is a massive occasion...
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It’s June and we are ready for summer!

by | June 4, 2021 | Design & Decorate, Gardening Tips | 0 Comments

For many, summer means days at the beach or vacations to fun destinations. For gardeners, Summer is when we really enjoy the fruits of our labor (some fruits more than others lol). Longer days and more sunshine mean growth and vibrancy in the garden. Summer is also a...
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Dig Your Own Begonia

by | April 30, 2021 | Design & Decorate, Gardening Tips, Plant Care, Uncategorized, What's New | 0 Comments

Wow, hard to believe it’s May already! Did you know that May is named after the Roman Goddess Maia who is celebrated as the goddess of spring, growth and fertility? Because she embodied growth, her constellation was used by Roman farmers to determine the timing of...
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Begonias

by | April 16, 2021 | Design & Decorate, Gardening Tips, Plant Care, Uncategorized, What's New | 0 Comments

Even though Spring Equinox is in March, April is the month that really feels like Spring for many of us. April brings us the Easter holiday and for many a much needed Spring Break. April is also full of fun days for the gardening community… Earth Day on April 22nd is...
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Air-Purifying Plants

by | March 3, 2021 | Design & Decorate, Gardening Tips, Plant Care, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Brighten your indoor space and filter your air! Air-purifying plants are easy to maintain, increase oxygen and clear out toxins, such as formaldehyde, while adding beauty and peace to your space. Below is a list of air-purifying plants we carry here at Weidners!...
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Thank You!

by | March 1, 2021 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

It’s been almost a year since COVID interrupted our lives. The impact on many has been difficult and even devastating. To those who lost loved ones, our hearts go out to you. It has been a year of learning many new things, for some how to survive and thrive without...
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Transitioning Plants to Less Water

by | Apr 30, 2015

Making a new plant use less water begins with the planting Transitioning plants into a less thirsty way of living. You go to the Garden Center to buy some drought tolerant low water plants. Doing your part to save water. You take your new plants and plant them in the...

Terrariums

by | Mar 26, 2015

Seen all over social media sites like Instagram and Pinterest, terrariums are quickly gaining popularity as a pretty, easy way to bring plants into your home. And, best of all, they are simple and fun to make yourself! The real trick to a successful terrarium is plant...

All New Succulents

by | Mar 26, 2015

Now that we have our new succulent area, we're filling it up with more succulents than ever! With sizes ranging from 2" to 2 gallon, varieties for both sun and shade, and many colors and textures you'll be sure to find the right combination. See below for some of our...

The Natural Garden Solution

by | Mar 17, 2015

Remember in the March letter I put a little teaser question about a pest free garden? Here's the solution. Can you control bad bugs like Aphids, Whiteflies, Thrips and more? Can you do this without spraying?  Yes, you can if you have the  pretty little green lacewing...

Everything’s Coming Up Roses

by | Jan 9, 2015

Our customers asked and we delivered! For the first time Weidner's has a nice selection of 2 gal and 5 gal roses. From favorites like 'Mister Lincoln' to new hybrids like 'Ketchup & Mustard', these beauties won't last long so get them now for your spring planting....

Decorative Baskets for Spring Planting

by | Jan 9, 2015

Just in time for spring, we just got in our new sets of decorative hanging baskets. An attractive basket can make a pretty hanging plant a statement piece for your yard or patio. With several natural fibers to choose from, you can have a formal look with black rod...