Veggie Seeds

Howdy all,

There are a lot of changes happening at Van Putte gardens. As we look to spring, we are starting to put the store back together, and restock. There are a lot of great new products on the shelves for today’s gardener and nature lover.

I was alerted to an article, in the New York Times http://www.usatoday.com/money/industries/food/2009-02-19-recession-vegetable-seeds_N.htm

We saw a rise last year in our seed and veggie sales, only time will tell if this trend will continue. Growing veggies is simple and fun, plus it’s cheaper than buying produce!

Come in today for your seed and seed starting supplies; Van Putte Gardens is proud to bring you Livingston seeds.

February Timely Tips

We are now in the coldest part of winter and you’re feeling like spring can’t get here soon enough. Hold on – we’re only a few weeks away! Since you can’t get out in the garden, how about getting out into the garage or down in the basement to maintain your gardening equipment. Lawn mowers and tillers need the oil replaced periodically, just like your car. Check belts, chains and oil levels. Clean away soil, plant debris, rust, etc. Check hand tools for signs of wear and tear and make necessary repairs or replacements. VanPutte’s has a great selection of the latest and greatest hand tools!

If you want to keep yourself busy inside, there’s plenty to do that’s garden related: complete plans for your vegetable garden – you’ll be planting peas, beans, broccoli and lettuce before long; tend to your houseplants by rotating them regularly, washing them to help keep them free from pests, and maintaining humidity during the dry heating season; begonias, impatiens and geraniums can be started from seed now.
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WATCH FOR UPCOMING GARDENING SHOWS. They’ll give you many great ideas for the upcoming gardening season, as well as a much needed break from winter. Don’t forget to bring along a notebook and pen to jot down all the great plants you’ll want to shop for here at VanPutte Gardens!