June 16th, 2012
Be on the look out for this new pest affecting knockout roses. Damage resembles herbicide burn with stunted growth. Controls include Spinosid (organic), Acephate, and Acetamiprid. Check out this article for Chilean Thrips from LSU for more information: HERE
February 9th, 2012
Spring is blooming early in the Baton Rouge area. Weeds are growing and it is time to apply weed killers (Atrazine and/or Weed Free Zone). It is early for fertilizer application on lawns so we are recommending Weed & Feeds around the 1st of the month.
Apply ant killers now for best control.
Vegetable planting is around the corner. Time to add amendments to your soil. We are getting great feedback from people using alfalfa/humate in their gardens as well as manures and cottonseed meal.
New growth is developing on your Fruit and citrus trees. Fertilize now with Citrus or Fruit Tree, Citrus and Pecan Food. Fruit trees require minor nutrients for best production and these are available in this product.
Our Purple Martins have arrived. Remember to clean out your house and we carry dusting sulphur to control mites in the nests.
Prune your roses now for spring blooming. Don’t prune climbers. Fertilize and apply merit for systemic insect control.
Fertilize your fall bedding plants and pinch off old blooms (deadhead) for a spectacular spring blooming.
Our Organics page is continually being updated with new products. Naylor’s is also very excited about our new line of sprouts. We have teamed with HandyPantry to bring an extensive line of sprout seeds and sprouting containers. So go check out our Organics page!
Starting Monday February 13 we will start our Summer hours of 8-6 Monday-Saturday and 12-5 Sundays.
February 7th, 2012
Spring is blooming early in the Baton Rouge area. Weeds are growing and it is time to apply weed killers (Atrazine and/or Weed Free Zone). It is early for fertilizer application on lawns so we are recommending Weed & Feeds around the 1st of the month.
Apply ant killers now for best control.
Vegetable planting is around the corner. Time to add amendments to your soil. We are getting great feedback from people using alfalfa humate in their gardens as well as manures, mushroom compost and cottonseed meal.
Fertilize citrus trees in February along with other fruit trees. Fruit trees require specific minor nutrients found in Fruit Tree and Citrus fertilizers. Production will be increased as well as the overall health of the plant.
Our Purple Martins have arrived. Remember to clean out your house. We carry dusting sulphur to control mites in the boxes.
Prune your roses now for spring blooming. Don’t prune climbers. Fertilize and apply merit for systemic insect control.
Fertilize your fall bedding plants and pinch off old blooms (deadhead) for a spectacular spring blooming.
Looking to do a little home gardening? Don’t have a place to grow anything? The go see our Raised Bed page for an easy how to on building your own raised beds!
Naylor’s is very excited about our new line of sprouts. We have teamed with HandyPantry to bring an extensive line of sprout seeds and sprouting containers.
Our Organics page is growing. Take a look at the new Espoma products on our Organics page and don’t for get to take a look at the new Sprouts section too!
Starting on 2/13/12, we will change our hours to 8-6 Monday-Saturday and 12-5 on Sundays.
September 16th, 2011
Q: I have been applying an oil spray for tea scale but the tea scale are still infesting my camelias. I applied 10 days apart when the temps were cooler in the morning. They are very young shrubs and no taller than 18″ or so. Just planted last year.
Is there a granule for these pests that I can water in that will help in addition to the oil spray? If so, what time of year is best? Wait until spring to try again with the oil?
A: There is a granular Merit product by GreenLight called ”Safari.” We recommend a liquid form of Merit (Tree and Shrub Systemic Drench). Merit products work best as prevention, not curing. This product can be applied now, but is best applied in spring before new growth. Continue the use of the oil spray and remember you are only killing insects that come in direct contact with the product. Thorough coverage with an oil spray is essential, this means not only the top of the leaves but the bottom as well.
August 27th, 2011
With the stress from the heat this summer, winterizing your lawn is essential to the health of your lawn for the coming spring. Winterizer is a high potassium fertilizer that hardens off soft tissue growth so that your lawn may be better protected from the low winter temperatures. Apply winterizer now through September for best results.
Fall mums can be planted now along with a variety of fall vegetables. Check our availability page (HERE) for an up to date listing of all our vegetables. Make sure you wait until our soil temperatures drop before planting pansies, dianthus, or snapdragons .
Don’t forget to sign up for Root Camp. It’s a great class for newbies and veterans alike. The first session will cover both new and old varieties of winter vegetables. The second session will be about fall herbs. The classes will be on September 10th at 9am and 11am. Each class will cost $5 and will include information booklet.
We are still taking reservations for strawberries. They should arrive late September ready to be put in the ground. Check out the strawberry reservation page HERE.
July 16th, 2011
Chinch Bugs
Got St. Augustine grass in full sun? Then watch out for chinch bugs. Just saw my first case of the year….in my yard (they must have been out of their minds). They got whacked immediately with Bifenthrin.
Fall Planting
Looking for something to plant in the veggie garden this time of year? Besides your fall tomatoes try southern peas or okra. Fall planting is just around the corner, first up will be beans, squash, and cucumbers. Start planting your seeds for broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, etc. or we will have transplants in late August.
Watering
It’s hot and dry so if you’re tired of dragging hoses around to water beds and gardens you might consider Micro irrigation. Its easy to install, uses water more efficiently, and is very affordable. Come in today to talk with our experts and get those plants watered quickly and efficiently.
Strawberries
We have started to accept reservations for strawberries this year. We will, again, have bundles of 25 bare root plants for around 6 dollars. Check out the reservation page HERE to get your plants for the upcoming season.
June 27th, 2011
Q: Hi,
I just need to know how do i keep my hydrangeas pink in color? They were blue in color now they are all green!!!!!???????? Any more suggestions??
Thanks again,
G
A: The green color you’re experiencing quite often indicates a transition in pH. Hydrangeas need a higher pH in order to produce a pink flower. Adding lime to the soil will bring your pH up. You will see the results during next year’s bloom.
June 7th, 2011
Q: Where are our Hummingbirds? I had seen some a while back but haven’t seen any in a couple weeks now. Does the dry weather have anything to do with it?
A: It is not unusual for hummingbird activity to slow down this time of year. They are in the middle of nesting season and the female hummingbirds do not stray far from the nest. Most of the birds you will see right now are males. Leave your feeders out but don’t put a lot in them so it doesn’t spoil. The next spike in hummingbird activity will be during the fall migration which usually starts in late July and peaks at the end of August into early September. Don’t forget the winter hummers will be arriving then.
May 7th, 2011
Q: My squash are rotting on the vine. Is this an indication of blossom end rot?
A: Yes, it is possible that it is blossom end rot. This would occur on a more mature fruit. If that is the case, spray with calcium chloride. However, your problem may be lack of pollination due to the lack of honey bees. Here is a short video describing how to pollinate your squash yourself.
April 7th, 2011
