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Paperwhites and Amaryllis Have Arrived

Stunning and easy to grow, indoor blooming bulbs like Amaryllis are classic gifts for loved ones, holiday hostesses, or even to complete your own decorating style! Lasting much longer than cut flowers, it’s a lovely addition to anyone’s décor over the holiday season – time often spent indoors entertaining and also attending parties and events. Not sure what to give as a gift this year? Look no further than amaryllis and Paperwhites! Their blooms will last throughout the season, often into the upcoming new year, too.

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Joe’s Market Basket has the Best Fall Bulbs

Fall Bulbs

Why is it an ideal time to plant fall bulbs? Because planting bulbs 6 weeks before the ground’s first freeze gives additional assurance that your plants will be successful. Generally speaking, bulbs need to be in the ground about 6 weeks prior to the first hard frost. If you use this as a reminder to plant in your particular zone, you won’t want to delay a visit to Joe’s Market Basket for the best selection of bulbs.

Normally, spring blooming bulbs are winter hardy in most areas but the very coldest parts of the country. For best results, always be sure to choose bulbs that are in your appropriate growing zone. Ask one of our garden specialists about the bulbs that work best in your area. Both spring and summer bulbs need phosphorous to encourage their root development. Keep in mind that phosphorous moves very little once applied to the soil and since some bulbs are planted 6 to 8 inches deep, the phosphorus needs to be mixed in the soil below where the bulbs will be located so it can be utilized by the bulb roots.

Not sure when you’ll start to see those blooming bulbs in the spring? Early-bloomers typically begin flowering as soon as the ground thaws. Flowers like crocus and snowdrops kick off the blooming season, with daffodils, tulips, hyacinths and others to follow. When you are thinking about which bulbs to plant, also think about bloom time and their appearance so you can time your planting right, keeping your landscape filled with colorful flowers that span three seasons!

Stop by one of our locations and we’ll help you decide which bulbs will work best in your unique landscaping. Joe’s Market Basket now has five convenient locations in Edwardsville, O’Fallon, Godfrey, Troy and St. Peters. Or, give us a call at (618) 656-9055 if you have questions. You can also find us online at www.joesmarketbasket.com.

Landscape Perfection: Beautiful. Blooming Hydrangeas

Large, blossoming hydrangeas come in a variety of colors spanning pink to blue to frosty white and even purple. Such beautiful colors blooming on the same plant is extraordinary, offering your landscaping a shrub that makes an impact each and every time.

Doing well in different soil types, the hydrangeas are even easy to cultivate if you lack a green thumb. Planting a hydrangea in richer soil in a location with full sun in the morning and shade in the afternoon is almost a guarantee your hydrangea will look beautiful and thrive for a long, long time.

Now is the best time to buy and plant hydrangeas and Joe’s Market Basket offers a huge selection in the Metro-east area including Edwardsville, Troy, Belleville and now St. Peters, Missouri. Hydrangeas can even be planted in pots on the deck, making them a versatile addition to your overall landscape. Need a plant to work as a border in your yard? Hydrangeas often hit the mark! One of the experienced Market Basket staff members can answer your questions about our hydrangea selection along with tips for planting them. Stop by one of our locations and we’ll help you decide which hydrangea variety is best for you! Joe’s Market Basket is here to help! We now have five convenient locations in Edwardsville, O’Fallon, Godfrey, Troy and St. Peters. Or, give us a call at (618) 656-9055 if you have questions. You can also find us online at www.joesmarketbasket.com.

Enjoy More Color and Less Deadheading with Bloomify™ Lantanas!

Everyone has heard of daisies, roses, and petunias, but this week’s product spotlight goes to Bloomify™ Lantanas! This colorful, flowering plant is a hard worker – thriving in conditions with little moisture and full, unyielding sun. To give the lantana the recognition it deserves, Market Basket offers these growing and maintenance tips.

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Winter Blues? Add some Color with Caladiums!

Love the idea of adding color to this wintery backdrop? Caladiums come in many varieties and colors. It’s true that Caladiums can survive in the cold, outdoor weather. But in USDA zones 8 and lower, winter care involves digging up caladium bulbs and bringing inside when dormant. Here’s what you need to know.

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Why Root Stimulator & Plant Starter Solution WORKS

Ferti-lome offers gardeners a wide variety of products, making every planting job easier. Typically used initially when planting, Root Stimulator and Plant Starter will help your tree or shrub develop and flourish, with a strong and healthy root system. When your plant has healthy roots, it’s going to be healthier overall.

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