Oak Itch Mites
Oak Itch mite has become a serious pest over the last 3 years, with outbreaks in Kansas and 7 other states. First discovered in Kansas in 2004, they have become quite a problem for those working and spending time outdoors. The mites feed mainly on the larvae of the Oak Leaf Fold Gall Midge. […]
Groundcovers for the Garden
Groundcovers are one of the most important plants groups in the garden. They play a crucial role in retaining soil on slopes, they can fill large areas of shady ground where grass will not grow, and they can provide an unbroken expanse of color that helps tie garden areas together. There are two main types […]
‘Twas the Night Before Snowfall
‘Twas the night before snowfall, when all through Grimm’s Gardens, Not a plant was stirring, not even a grass. The trucks were parked and washed with care, In hopes that a blizzard would soon be there. The employees were nestled all snug in their beds, While visions of ice melt, danced in their heads. […]
Leave those Leaves!
It is that time of year again, when leaves are falling from the trees and making a mess of your beautiful yard and gardens. They are littering up your sidewalks and drives, and piling up in your window-wells. While they are beautiful in colors, providing a fun place to play for kids and adults alike, […]
Diversifying for Pollinators
It is very interesting how insects, birds, and plants can coexist naturally and amazingly, without killing each other off the planet entirely. Insects are around us, literally everywhere. While I can generally identify some 50 species of insects or more, there are another 200 lurking in my backyard I have no idea about, and another […]
Perennial Vines for the Garden
Autumn has arrived! As the colors of fall come gently cascading to the ground, it is a great time to evaluate and select perennial vines for your garden and landscape. Many of our great vines have excellent fall color and winter interest. Gardeners with limited space can use perennial vines to grow vertically up trellises […]
Champion Trees
The champion tree program has sparked interest in old, large trees across the country. These large trees give viewers not only a sense of awe, but a glimpse into history. These champion trees each have a story to tell, some that have been forgotten and others that live on in the minds of locals. One […]
Watch Out For That Plant! Aggressive Plants in the Garden
Gardeners and plantsmen alike have a knack for getting plants in our gardens to grow well, sometimes too well. We all have those plants that looked so great at first-blooming in their pots and looking so contained. Then we set them in our garden beds, expecting them to stay where planted, only to find them […]
Where do Native Plants Come From?
Grimm’s Gardens believes that knowing where your natives come from is important. We are grateful for all the work that Elliot and Applied Ecological Services, Inc. have put into tracking and labeling their native plant sources. This is why we chose this company to supply most of our native plants. Name: Elliot Duemler Company: Applied Ecological […]
