The Strader's Blog

Explore Corona gardening tools for durability and precision. Available at Strader's Garden Center for all your gardening needs.

Planting a tree is rewarding as it grows. Choose wisely by considering space, climate, and size. Here are top trees for small spaces!

Explore Corona gardening tools for durability and precision. Available at Strader's Garden Center for all your gardening needs.

Grow veggies in shady spots! Arugula, kale, beets, and more thrive in partial shade. Maximize light with mirrors and reflective walls for better yields.

Forsythia is a true spring favorite and never disappoints with its shocking yellow blooms atop a mass of unruly branches.

Fireflies are fading due to habitat loss, pesticides, and light pollution. Protect them by reducing pesticides, preserving habitats & minimizing light.

Add vibrant color to your garden with Cool Wave® pansies, known for their cold tolerance and spreading growth. Available at Strader’s Garden Center.

Excess water can harm plants, smothering roots. Improve drainage with pipes, mounds, or select water-tolerant plants like willows & maples.

Plan your entry garden with the right style, plant scale, boundaries, and maintenance for a welcoming, cohesive look.

Keep cats out of your garden with safe methods like repellents, citrus, thorny plants, sprinklers, and sound deterrents. Protect your plants!