Mirlitons
January 27th, 2013
We have been lucky enough to find a local grower of mirlitons. So, this year we will have the Louisiana Heirloom Mirliton. We will also have some other varieties from the surrounding areas as well as some from Florida.
A Systemic for Vegetables?
January 6th, 2013
For years we have been plagued by leaf miners of all sorts and I’m sure this year won’t be any different. Using dormant oil to snuff out the leaf miners or spraying with an organic insecticide like Spinosid haven’t been the most effective solutions because of the timing. Bayer recently came out with a new product called “Bayer Advanced Fruit, Citrus, and Vegetable Insect Control.” Check out this great article from Texas A&M on using Imidacloprid in vegetable gardens and fruit trees. HERE Be sure to apply after the flowers have fallen.
Citrus Pruning
November 12th, 2012
Q: Should I prune the thorny branches off my kumquat and satsuma trees?
A: The simple answer: Yes.
The citrus trees we usually get in the south are ones that have been grafted onto another citrus tree’s root stock. As time goes on, the root stock may sprout. These sprouts turn into thorny branches that make the most sour fruit you have ever tasted. It is always best to remove these branches because as time goes on the root stock will continue to supply that branch with more nutrients than the rest of the tree. The grafted section may not fruit or may even die because of this. Make sure when removing these branches that it is, in fact, a branch from the root stock. Check for a joint area about 6-8 inches from the soil. Anything below that should be removed.
Naylor’s Annual Garage Sale and Strawberry arrival
October 21st, 2012
Fall is in the air and here at Naylor’s that means only two things: Fall Planting and the Naylor’s Annual Garage Sale!
On October 27th and 28th Naylor’s will have its annual garage sale. That means if it’s slightly damaged, heavily damaged, too big, too little, too weird, wrong color, wrong price or just been here too long, it’s on sale! Many bargains also available in nursery. Need to make room for Christmas trees.
Strawberries will arrive Tuesday the 23rd. This time we will have the variety Camino Real. This shipment is usually smaller than the first so that means there will be much less supply for those not on the strawberry list. This time we will close the strawberry list on Monday If you would like to sign up for the strawberry list GO HERE. We have potted about 1000 plants for sale latter but this is the last opportunity for bare root plants.
*All reserved strawberry plants will be held for 72 hours after the day of arrival. We will call or email those on the list the day of arrival.
Strawberries have Arrived
October 4th, 2012
The strawberries have arrive. We have received Strawberry Festival. Strawberry plants come bared rooted and are in bundles of 25 plants. For those that have reserved bundles, do not fret for we will hold your reserved bundles for three days. At this point that means we will hold them until this coming Sunday October 7th.
For the strawberry amateurs out there, growing the red berry is simple. Prepare rows or beds by incorporating a balanced fertilizer. If using plastic mulch pull tight to the soil and cut slits about a foot apart. If you are double planting leave about 18″ between drills. When ready to plant, cut half the foliage off the plants. Be careful not to plant too deep making sure the crown of the plant is level with the soil. If not using plastic mulch, pine straw works fine to hold moisture and keep berries clean. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer like Hi Yield Growers Special every 45 days. If all is done right, you can expect your first berries in January or February.
Strawberry Arrival, Garlic, and Brown Patch 10/1/12
October 1st, 2012
Brown Patch
Fall is officially upon us as wetter weather and cooler breezes have arrived. With that means certain issues with our lawns. Brown patch is running rampant in our city. Be on the look out large patches of dead grass in your yard. Brown patch is a fungus that thrives in cool, moist temperatures and this weather is just about the perfect recipe for it to show up. When dealing with brown patch, we recommend a product called Infuse. One 15 pound bag treats 2500 square feet of active brown patch.
Strawberries
Strawberries will arrive on Wednesday October 3rd. For those who have reserved strawberries this year, we will hold your strawberries for 72 hours. The first variety to arrive will be Camino Real and the second will be Strawberry Festival (we will send out a separate notice for that variety). If you would still like to reserve strawberries, go HERE! Or you can call 225-272-6412.
Garlic & Shallots
We still have Red Shallots and Italian Garlic. We will not be carrying elephant garlic but if you would like to purchase some check out: Seedsofchange.com.
Stink Bug Damage
June 12th, 2012
Check out this stink bug damage, it’s caused by stink bugs piercing the outer skin. You are left with damaged spot. Spray with Eight early in the morning or early in the evening.
The tomato below is an example of the deep ovate growing habits in heirloom tomatoes. The tomato in the picture is German Bragger.
Early Blight on Tomatoes
April 24th, 2012
Be on the look-out for symptoms of early blight. Early blight is a fungus that could affect the health of your tomato plants. Watch for yellowing of the leaves on the bottom limbs. It’s easily treated with the fungicide Daconil. Check out the picture below for a comparison.
Raised Bed Update 4/15/2012
April 15th, 2012
Our raised beds are still looking great and there are fruit/vegetables set all over our plants. We even were able to harvest a Golden and Green Zucchini. Check out the pictures below.
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Birds are Singing Spring is Here (Corrected)
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.