Given the extent of the drought in California, water conservation is on the minds of many. For tips on water conservation in San Jose that will help our environment and save you money, watch this video clip. And for home water conservation equipment, come to Payless Hardware, Rockery, & Nursery of San Jose. Assemblywoman Lorena[…]
If you are not satisfied with simply building a beautiful San Jose garden outdoors, you can also bring your love for gardening indoors with house plants. From dracaenas to ficus trees to pothos, there are a number of plants that can survive and thrive inside. The key to taking care of house plants is finding[…]
Watering your garden is obviously something that you need to do in order to help your plants grow after you bring them home from the nursery. However, there are several steps you can take to reduce the amount of water that you use in your San Jose garden. You can save time, energy, and money[…]
In response to the unprecedented drought conditions in California, the state has instituted a plan to reduce urban water consumption by 25% over the course of a year. While broad regulations are in place for businesses, such as forgoing serving water except on request in restaurants, meeting this reduction also requires the efforts of every[…]
If your lawn is the pride of your property’s outdoor space, you want to do what you can to keep it healthy and looking spectacular. A quick jaunt down to a San Jose nursery and gardening center should provide you with the necessary tools, fertilizers, and materials to help you manage your lawn. One of[…]
Many Californian landscapes and gardens that were once lush and verdant have been suffering lately, due to the prolonged period of drought currently plaguing The Golden State. With strict water restrictions implemented statewide, gardeners are realizing that water wise gardening and xeriscaping is the way to go. However, your garden need not look like a[…]
Gardening in San Jose is often a truly rewarding and enjoyable experience, especially when you have the right equipment on hand. Whether you are caring for your lawn, transplanting trees and shrubs, pruning, or creating a hardscape, you need tools and devices to stand up to rigorous and repeated use, and to have them last[…]
As the weather gradually warms up, most people long to be outside. Summer is a great time to enjoy your yard space, to host evening dinner parties on your patio, and to perfect your outdoor grilling skills. It is also an opportune time to work on some home improvement projects. Here are some ideas to[…]
As the days grow longer and warmer, you may eagerly await your chance to get back to gardening and lawn maintenance in San Jose. If you are a relatively new homeowner, it is a good idea to give yourself a refresher on how to appropriately take care of your lawn and yard. Watch this video[…]
Flowers, potted plants, and other types of growth and vegetation can help to transform your yard into a beautiful nursery in San Jose. This type of softscaping works perfectly with rocks, boulders, and natural stepping-stones accenting your gardening and providing luxurious pathways for you and your family to saunter around. Feel free to keep reading[…]