Monthly Archives: January 2020

Outdoor Decor: College and Military

Outdoor Decor

New iron sports and college rings and flags at Madison Gardens. They make great graduation and birthday gifts, especially for someone that has everything.

College and military memorabilia metal decor.
College and military memorabilia metal decor.
Texas A & M metal decoration. Hang on the fence or on a wall!
Texas A & M metal decoration. Hang on the fence or on a wall!
Houston metal decoration.
Houston metal decoration.

Neem Cake Organic Fertilizer

We carry OMRI certified organic Neem Cake which enriches soil’s natural nutrition. Good soil is the foundation for any beautiful garden!

Neem Cake is made up of neem seed kernels after the oil has been pressed out. It contains nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium. Additionally, it is a great fertilizer that helps to increase earthworm populations.

Neem Cake 5-1-1
Neem Cake 5-1-1

Application of Neem Cake:

When preparing for new plants, about 2 – 3 weeks before planting, apply it directly to the soil at a depth of 6 – 8 inches.

For existing plants, apply 3 – 5 oz. per plant, mixing it well with the soil or apply as top dressing around base of plants.

New Lawn Starter Fertilizer  

New Lawn Starter Fertilizer is a a must for new lawns including sod grass.
Use while preparing soil for sodding.

New Lawn Starter Fertilizer by Ferti-lome.
New Lawn Starter Fertilizer by Ferti-lome.

Designed to help grass seed and sod develop roots and mature stems before rapid growth begins. Helps sod to establish.

Can be applied with grass seed or immediately after seed is sown. 

Get New Lawn Starter Fertilizer to prepare for a beautiful lawn.
Get New Lawn Starter Fertilizer to prepare for a beautiful lawn.

HOW TO APPLY FOR NEW LAWNS – SODDED PREPARATIONS:

1. Work the soil 3-5 inches deep to a proper grade. Apply ferti-lome NEW LAWN STARTER FERTILIZER using the Spreader Settings in the table below and work into the top 2-3 inches of the soil.
2. Sod as desired.
3. Water thoroughly after sodding. Keep soil constantly moist for several weeks after application or until new grass is securely rooted. Do not keep soil saturated with water.

Follow the Fertilizer Schedule for a Beautiful Lawn All Year!

MicroLife Humates Plus

Lawn Fertilizer and MicroLife Humates Plus Soil Amendment

for January and February!

Add MicroLife Humates Plus 0-0-4 soil amendment
as a lawn supplement when fertilizing with For All Seasons II!

MicroLife “Humates Plus” 0-0-4 and Ferti-lome “For All Seasons II” 16-0-8.
MicroLife Humates Plus All Organic Biological Fertilizer
MicroLife Humates Plus All Organic Biological Fertilizer

Concentrated Compost in a Bag!

  • Improves soil and is a plant nutritional booster.
  • Helps reduce water use, revitalize soils and reduce weed problems.
  • Adds Mycorrhizal Fungi and essential microbes.
  • Gives you gorgeous, thick turf and stronger root system.
  • Loosens clay soils better and cheaper than gypsum.
  • 100% slow release, 1,7% Iron, 2.5% Sulfur. Will not burn and completely safe for all life forms.

Application Rates:
All turf and garden areas: 5 – 10 lb per 1,000 sq ft. 1 – 2 times a year.
Building beds: 10 lb per 1,000 sq ft worked into the soil.

Loropetalum and Other Shrubs

Loropetalum Shrubs and More to Start Your Spring!

We have new shrubs in for your gardens! Loropetalum (plum delight), boxwoods, yaupons, Indian Hawthorn, society garlic, Asian jasmine groundcover, liriope and more now at Madison Gardens Nursery!

Loropetalum (plum delight, Chinese fringe) shrubs! Stay a beautiful plum red color all year! Blooms in the spring!
Loropetalum (plum delight, Chinese fringe) shrubs! Stay a beautiful plum red color all year! Blooms in the spring!
Boxwood shrubs that stay green through winter!
Boxwood shrubs that stay green through winter!
Yaupons and Indian Hawthorns that stay green throughout winter! Hawthorns bloom in the spring!
Yaupons and Indian Hawthorns that stay green throughout winter! Hawthorns bloom in the spring!
 Foxtails and Liriope that stay green throughout winter! We have society garlic, too!
Foxtails and Liriope that stay green throughout winter! We have society garlic, too!

For All Seasons Lawn Food Plus Crab Grass & Weed Preventer Grass Fertilizer by Ferti-Lome

For All Seasons Lawn Food Plus Crab Grass & Weed Preventer Grass Fertilizer is especially recommended for January and February!

For All Seasons Lawn Food Plus Crab Grass & Weed Preventer Grass Fertilizer by Ferti-Lome. 20 lbs bag covers 5,000 sq. ft. Controls broadleaf and grassy weed types.

Controls Henbit, Oxalis, Poa Annua, Chickweed, Crabgrass, Foxtail, Purslane, Shepherd’s Purse, Prostrate Spurge, Knotweed and others listed on label.

Apply in early spring or fall 2 to 3 weeks prior to seed germination to obtain control of grassy and broadleaf weeds. Feeds grass, too! For best results, application should be followed by 1/2 inch of rainfall or irrigation.

Green Grass