The Strader's Blog

Dormant oil spray controls pests like aphids and mites. Available at Strader’s Garden Center, it's a safe, effective way to protect your plants.

Attracting wildlife to the home garden is an enjoyable and creative way to teach children about nature, evoke their respect for the environment and provide meaningful family together time.

Are you trying to add drama and beauty to your shady spots but keep finding only bland, lackluster plants? You won’t want to overlook Brunnera macrophylla ‘Jack…

Jumpstart your garden with Jiffy® seed-starting products & Livingston Seed™, including native plants for a thriving, pollinator-friendly garden!

Gardening and landscaping may be at a standstill during the coldest, deepest days of winter, but that doesn’t mean there is nothing to enjoy in…

Many pet owners are surprised to learn that some popular houseplants are toxic to pets. Fortunately, there are many beautiful, pet-friendly houseplants that can create…

Bringing a bit of nature indoors with houseplants is a great way to brighten up your space, but if you’ve got pets, it’s important to…

When growing plants indoors it is often difficult to provide the proper amount of light required to maintain a happy and healthy specimen. With the…

Do you remember exactly when you planted your seedlings last year? What was the date of the first frost? Did you see a unique cultivar…

Orchids are among the most exquisite and rewarding houseplants you can grow. With their stunning blooms and unique beauty, they bring elegance to any home.…