A novel approach to mole control is using castor oil.  Combine 2 fluid ounces of Castor oil and 3 tablespoons of liquid detergent in a blender.  Blend until frothy.   Add 8 tablespoons of water and blend again.  Then, use an Ortho Dial n’ Spray to spray the castor oil solution over your lawn.  Dial […]

We are currently seeking a Garden Center Manager Posted 12.15.03 For 30 years, Dayton Nurseries, Inc. has been a leading garden center in the Akron, Ohio area and is seeking a talented, experienced individual for sales and operations of our garden center.  A great learning experience in the areas of growing, propagation, sales and marketing.  […]

Our new online store is NOW OPEN!! Visit Wolf Creek Gardens  Muck Boots, quality furniture, Heaths, Heathers, Azaleas, garden decor and much more! Be sure to sign up for our winter seminars as space is sure to fill up fast!  Give us a call at 330-825-3320 or e-mail us to sign up.

Our new online store is NOW OPEN!! Visit Wolf Creek Gardens  Muck Boots, quality furniture, Heaths, Heathers, Azaleas, garden decor and much more! Be sure to sign up for our winter seminars as space is sure to fill up fast!  Give us a call at 330-825-3320 or e-mail us to sign up.

Spring Remove any dead leaves and rotting organic matter which may still cover the pond. Check the electric wiring and equipment and make sure the stored pump is in working order.  Then, in May, reconnect the submersible pump for the fountain or waterfall. Late spring is the best time for restocking your pond with plants […]

1.  Check The Pond Inspect your pond edges and take a close look at the water level. Make sure the pond is staying as full as it should.  If you’ve turned off your stream or waterfall for the winter, turn it on and check that everything is working fine.  A rock might have fallen out […]

100 Daffodils Dutch Master $19.99 Save $10.00! *sale ends Saturday! Muck Boots Buy 1, Get 1 Half Off!* of equal or lesser value; in stock items only Henry’s Garnet Sweetspire 3 gallon Buy 2, Get 1 Free! Perennials & Water Plants Now 50% off *does not include hostas or  mums. Ornamental Grasses Buy 2, Get […]

For most home garden purposes, a pump which produces 350-650 gal/hr. will be suitable and should give you power to spare, but actual performance is affected by length of tubing, bore, presence of bends or kinks, fountain jet, height of waterfall, etc. Before heading to the nursery to purchase your new pump, gather all the […]

Stocking Time The ideal stocking time is late spring or early summer when the water reaches about 50°F. Bringing Them Home Simply place them in a plastic bag and then into a covered box so light will not stress the fish.  Then, introduce the fish to the pool slowly by adding about 10% pool water […]

Where to Begin Begin with learning as much as you possibly can. Become a “know-it-all” even before you start.  Read books and catalogs, check prices, call water garden suppliers and ask questions about their products and if possible, visit some local water gardens in your area. Location, Location, Location Pick the right location and you […]

Choosing Your Plants The healthiest water gardens with the cleanest water contain a mix of floaters, submerged (oxygenating) plants, marginal and bog plants and deep water plants. Floaters Floaters, just like their name, float in the water, their leaves and blossoms on the surface, their roots dangling loose beneath. This group includes water lettuce, water […]

100 Daffodils Dutch Master $19.99 Save $10.00! *sale ends Saturday! Muck Boots Buy 1, Get 1 Half Off!* of equal or lesser value; in stock items only Henry’s Garnet Sweetspire 3 gallon Buy 2, Get 1 Free! Perennials & Water Plants Now 50% off *does not include hostas or  mums. Ornamental Grasses Buy 2, Get […]

100 Daffodils Dutch Master $19.99 Save $10.00! Select Trees & Shrubs Perennials Water Plants Daylilies Now 50% off *does not include hostas, mums, grasses, heaths, heathers daylilies and ornamental grasses.  Not applicable on prior sales. Ornamental Grasses Buy 2, Get 1 FREE!

Preview our furniture and outdoor decor collection.  These pieces are intricately designed made of quality lightweight aluminum to give you years of comfort and peace of mind.   Available soon at our new online store! (this is just a small sampling of products, we will carry more than 100 matching pieces including patio sets, benches & […]