Fall
The Real Devil of Central & North Jersey Gardening: Weather Woes
Before the storm arrives, remove dead or damaged shoots and limbs from your plant, leaving them streamlined and in less danger of snapping.
August 14, 2019
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Lawn
3 Steps to a Healthier Lawn with The Right Landscaping Supplies
People have been using some variation of the phrase “the grass is always greener on the other side” for centuries. Go all the way back to Ancient Rome, and you’d hear people sharing the proverb “the harvest is always fruitful in another man’s field.” But what if you looked out your window and saw that the grass literally was greener on the other side of the street? Maybe it’s not a matter of perspective. Maybe it’s that your neighbor knows the secret to keeping their lawn looking its best. When customers visit Mendham Garden Center looking for lawn mowers or landscaping supplies like Stihl or Toro products, we often get some version of the grass is greener question. So here
June 12, 2019
Gardening Tips
Summer Gardening in New Jersey: Tips on Pruning, Watering, Weeds and Bugs
You’ve been busy all spring trying to get your garden ready for the growing season. Spring is winding down, and summer is almost here. Its time to switch focus. New Jersey isn’t called the Garden State for nothing. With a little attention, your summer gardening can produce delightful flowers and and veggies all season long. Here are some tips to manage the heat, weeds and pests during summer months.
May 16, 2019
Lawn
8 Ways to Give Yourself a Healthy Lawn This Spring
A healthy lawn needs healthy soil, and healthy soil needs to have the right nutrients. Conducting a soil test can tell you whether the nutrients your soil needs are present. This test also helps us recommend a fertilizer program specific to your lawn as well as ways to address nutrient deficiencies. Your local Hunterdon, NJ garden center can offer you more information on conducting a soil test.
April 5, 2019
Gardening Tips
What Do I Do with My Garden in Winter?
It’s winter, and while the rest of the world seems to be hibernating, you’re taking a page from that Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young song: you’ve got to get yourself back to the garden. The ground outside may be frozen, but that doesn’t mean you can’t focus on your garden. There are things you can grow, and springtime preparations to make. Here are a few things you can do with your garden this winter.
January 25, 2019
Back to School: 5 of the Best Gardening Books
Fall is here and school is back in session. By now you’ve probably gotten your kids acclimated to their regular academic routine, but what about your own education? Specifically, your gardening education. You could always read the other entries in our Gardening Guide, where we use the collective knowledge from our garden center to discuss everything from lawns, to landscaping, to birdfeeders, but you might want something a little more in-depth. There are a wealth of great gardening books out there, enough to fill a lot more than just one blog post. Here are a few of the best gardening books out there:
September 26, 2018
How to Protect Your Garden from Insects
You love the plants, flowers, fruits and vegetables growing in your garden. So do bugs. And while some insect varieties can be beneficial to your backyard plant life, a lot of them can cause some serious damage. Before you reach for the spray, New Jersey gardeners, consider these pest control tips to protect your garden from insects.
June 13, 2018
How to Maintain a Vegetable Garden
You don’t become healthy by accident. It takes work: eating right, exercising, getting enough sleep, etc. Your vegetable garden is the same way. It can only remain healthy through proper maintenance. Before heading out to buy plants, seeds or garden fertilizer, New Jersey gardeners might want to read up on a few ways to maintain a healthy vegetable garden.
May 11, 2018
New Jersey Deer Control Tips
Deer are gentle, majestic creatures. They can also destroy your garden. Are you fed up with deer feeding on your plants and flowers? It doesn’t have to be a losing battle. Use these New Jersey deer control tips to protect your garden this year. 1. Keep the plants deer love closest to home Deer love plants that are smooth and full of flavor. This list includes berry bushes, roses, azaleas and chrysanthemums. Keep these plants close to your home to keep an eye on them.
October 3, 2017
How To Transition Your Summer Garden to Autumn
Summer may be over, but the gardening season is still underway. You may not be as busy as you were when everything was in full bloom, but there’s still work to be done that will have you visiting your local NJ garden centers. Here are a few tips for helping your garden make the switch from summer to autumn.
September 22, 2017
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Your Guide to Finding the Best Garden Centers Near Mendham, New Jersey
June 15, 2026
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Discover the best garden centers near Mendham, New Jersey, for healthy plants, expert local advice, landscaping supplies, organic gardening products, and inspiration for creating a beautiful, thriving outdoor space.
What You Need to Know About Winterizing and Maintaining Your Power Tools and Generator
February 9, 2026
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When winter rolls in, most of us think about snow shovels, heating bills, and whether the first storm will knock out the power. What often gets overlooked? The tools and equipment we depend on when things go sideways.
Box Tree Moth Threatens New Jersey Boxwoods: What to Know
August 4, 2025
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The box tree moth (Cydalima perspectalis) is an invasive pest that poses a serious threat to boxwoods in New Jersey—and it’s getting closer to Morris and Hunterdon Counties.
Mendham Garden Center Lawn Care Program: A Guide to Lawn Treatment Supplies and Care
September 30, 2024
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With four seasons, dozens of different grass seeds and mixes, and hundreds of fertilizer formulations and products for weeds, bugs, and fungi, it’s no wonder lawn care can seem overwhelming at times.
Breathe. We’re here to help! 😁
Backyard Chickens: 101
July 28, 2024
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Wondering how to raise chickens? Well, just wing it! Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out with your backyard farm, keeping chickens can be a rewarding experience.
Spooktacular Halloween Décor Ideas from Mendham Garden Center
October 14, 2023
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With Halloween just around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about transforming your garden into a spooky and enchanting space with these Spooktacular decor