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Star Nursery offers the best in garden supplies. From a large assortment of trees to shrubbery, drought tolerant plants, succulents and houseplants, we have landscape material to suit anyone’s lifestyle. We offer the largest and most complete line of products that include irrigation supplies, gardening accessories, yard tools, succulents, houseplants, pottery and our very own exclusive line of Dr. Q’s Garden Products. This line of products consists of soils and fertilizers that are specifically formulated to help you succeed with your gardening efforts in the Southwest Region. We also carry a selection of hardscape products ranging from flagstone and pavers to decorative rock and bulk soils. Find everything you need to maintain a beautiful landscape or garden space. We pride ourselves in giving our customers the right price and best advice. Star Nursery -Your Garden’s Partner for Every Bloomin’ Thing Since 1983. 86403
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Star Nursery has been privately owned and operated for 39 years. We are proud to be the premier garden center for all your landscaping needs. Currently, we operate in Southern Nevada, Southern Utah and Northern Arizona with a total of 16 Garden Centers and 9 Decorative Rock Yards. We cater to both residential and commercial clientele.
September
• Roses – Light pruning is recommended after tempera tures are below 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Hold off on heavy pruning until January.
• Lawns - Aerate, dethatch, overseed, and add about a half inch of top dressing (anytime in September-No vember). For more information, reference Star Note #830 – Spruce Up and Over-Seed Your Lawn.
• Desert Trees – Clean up unwanted suckers and dead or broken branches. Hold off on heavy pruning until Spring (after the last chance of frost).
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• Planting – Fall is a great planting season for all variet ies of trees and shrubs! If you’re planting deciduous vines and groundcovers, be sure to get them established before cold weather sends them into dormancy. For seasonal color, plant garden mums!
• Fertilize – Labor Day weekend is a great time to fertilize your lawn, roses, citrus, and fruit trees! Consider using an organic fertilizer such as Dr. Q’s Organic Fertilizer Line on edible plant varieties. If you have palm trees, remember that September is the last month of the year that you can fertilize.
• Palms – Prune only damaged or dead palm fronds. Do not over-prune, as it will stunt food production and consumption. Additionally, some palms may be chlo rotic this time of year. If a palm is suffering from chlorosis, you’ll notice a yellowing of leaf tissue due to a lack of chlorophyll. Possible causes include poor drainage, damaged roots, compacted roots, high alkalinity, and nutrient deficiencies.
• Perennials – Continue to hose off plants frequently to control spider mites, aphids, and white flies. If needed, sparingly use NATRIA Insecticidal Soap or SAFER Killer RTU.
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• Watering – Reduce your watering schedule to a maximum of three days a week.
• Planting – Continue planting all varieties of trees and shrubs! If you’re growing a vegetable garden, now is a great time to plant cool-season vegetables such as broc coli, cabbage, radishes, and garlic! For more information, reference Star Note #200 – Cool Weather Vegetable Gardening. To prepare for spring, toss wildflower seeds to create a Spring Pollinator’s Garden!
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• Weeds – Prepare for winter weeds by using pre-emergent herbicides, such as Hi-Yield Turf and Ornamental Weed and Grass Stopper, in desert landscapes, rockscapes, flower gardens, and well-estab lished lawns and turfgrasses to prevent weeds before they germinate.
• Shrubs – If you’ve noticed a few shrubs that were not happy with their location during the summer months, now is the time of year that you can safely transplant them into a better location. Be sure to use Dr. Q’s Plant ing Partners (Dr. Q’s Paydirt, Dr. Q’s Gold Dust, and Dr. Q’s Plant Tonic) to help prevent transplant shock.
• Harvest – Now is the time to harvest pomegranates! To check if they are ripe, look for a red to reddish brown color on their outer shell.
• Frost Preparation – Begin to stock up on burlap, frost cloth, and cactus covers. It is best practice to be pre pared for the arrival of the first frost.
• Pruning – Lightly prune mature evergreen shrubs to remove any sun-damaged foliage. Follow up with Dr. Q’s Plant Tonic to stimulate new growth. Vegetarian Month
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• Mulch – Fall is the perfect time to refresh the mulch that may have degraded or blown away over the summer. Adding organic mulch will help to retain moisture between waterings, which will help plants in the tran sition to less frequent watering.
• Frost – Begin checking the forecast for freeze warnings, as the first frost typically arrives in mid-November.
Remember, plants must be protected when temperatures drop below 28 degrees Fahrenheit. If you have young vines that are frost tender, lay them down and cover them with a thick layer of mulch for winter protection. (Don’t forget to uncover them in the spring.)
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• Potted Plants – Bring cold-sensitive potted plants inside or to warmer areas. Small potted plants, such as succulents, can be brought indoors, while larger potted plants, such as citrus and pygmy palms, can be brought into a garage until the threat of freeze has passed.
• Cactus – Begin withholding water through February. By doing so, you will encourage dormancy and better protect the cactus from root rot or excessive freeze damage.
• Yard Maintenance – Fallen leaves from healthy decid uous trees and conifers are nature’s mulch. Rather than raking up the leaves in your yard, consider leaving them to decompose, which will help add organic matter to desert-native soil.
• Planting – November is a great time to plant Aloe, as it is a “cool-seasoned” succulent! Pick an area that has morning sun and afternoon shade, well-draining soil, and be careful not to over-water! Aloes, like all succu lents, store lots of water in their leaves and hold onto it until it’s needed. In cooler temperatures, succulents will not transpire as quickly, which reduces the amount of water needed. For seasonal color, plant Cyclamen and Pansies! Cyclamen are exceptionally cold-tolerant and will provide beautiful color well into spring!
• Peppers – Pull pepper plants from your garden to allow the area to rest during the winter. Use this time to plant a different crop for the next season, as rotating crops helps to prevent soil-borne diseases and nutrient defi ciencies.
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my mums alive for as long as possible?
Garden Mums are a perennial plant, meaning they will regrow in Spring and Fall, if properly cared for. To keep your mums alive for as long as possible, prune the older growth and spent flowers while keeping a consistent watering schedule. By doing so, you will encourage new growth!
An annual plant is characterized by growing for only one season. The goal of the parent plant is to reproduce, so it will produce as many seed-containing blooms as possible before dying. Oppositely, perennial plants will die back seasonally, then regrow year after year for three or more years.
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Yes! You can leave ripe citrus fruit on the tree until early Spring. As you enter a new season, it is important to allow the tree to focus all growth efforts on new fruit production, rather than the harvest from the previous season.
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How can I encourage more citrus production?
Leaf rust is a fungal disease and is characterized by orange, yellow, brown, or red spore masses on plant leaves. Though it is difficult to rid a plant of leaf rust, you can control it organically with Neem Oil. For a stronger solution, use a sulfur spray or copper fungicide spray.
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To encourage more citrus production, be sure to maintain a consistent watering schedule through out the fruit-setting period. Additionally, use an organic fertilizer, such as Dr. Q’s Organic Citrus Food, in Feb ruary, May, and September. Avoid fertilizing if fruit is already present on the tree.
Can I leave ripe citrus fruit on the tree until I’m ready to eat it?
How can I prevent fungus gnats in houseplants?
What is leaf rust and how can you treat it?
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To avoid a plethora of fungus gnats, use BioCare Aphid and Whitefly Trap on the surface of the soil. When fungus gnats or other small insects attempt to visit the soil, they will stick to the paper tabs and die. Another approach is to place apple cider vinegar near the houseplant. Small insects will be attracted to the sweet smell and drown once in the liquid.
Have you ever wondered, “What makes a plant grow?” Like all living things, plants have many biological pro cesses that are necessary to sustain life. If one or more biological processes fail, a plant may experience stunted growth, stress, or even die. The most important biological plant process is photosynthesis, where light energy is turned into chemical energy. During this process, light energy is used to synthesize foods from carbon dioxide (CO2) and water (H2O), which creates glucose (C6H12O6). Additionally, oxygen (O2) is created as a byproduct of Allphotosynthesis.plantsarecomposed
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Where the process of respiration occurs. Plant Cell Chloroplast: Holds chlorophyll that absorbs sunlight.
FUN FACT: Chlorophyll is what gives a plant it’s green color!
of plant cells, which are the basic units of life. Plant cells have many parts and functions, and during the photosynthesis process, the chloroplast plays an important role because it stores chlorophyll (a green pigment that captures light energy). In the absence of chlorophyll, the photo synthesis process cannot occur. Once glucose is produced, the plant can begin the process of respiration. During this process, the plant will use heat and oxygen to break down glucose. This breakdown occurs in the mitochondria of a plant cell, where adenosine triphosphate (ATP), an organic compound that provides energy, is made. The respiration process occurs in the roots, stems, and leaves of a plant and cannot occur without the presence of oxygen. Hence, if the soil around the plant’s root system is not well aerated, the root system will not be able to intake oxygen, which will negatively impact the respiration process. The energy created during respiration is necessary to stimulate plant growth, but is also used during the transpiration process. During this process, water vapor and dissolved nutrients are absorbed through the root system and ‘pulled up’ through the plant’s stems and leaves. As water and nutrients are moved through the xylem (part of the plant’s vascular system), the nutrients are absorbed, and the water vapor cools the plant before exiting through the stomata (tiny pores) on the leaves. To simplify, glucose is made during the process of photosynthesis, then is broken down during the process of respiration. The breakdown of glucose provides the energy needed to transport water and nutrients to all plant parts, keeping the plant healthy! When growing your own plants, it is important to consider many factors, including soil condition, nutrient levels, environment temperature, and amounts of water and light, as these factors can significantly affect a plant’s biological processes!
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Sunlight: Energy absorbed in the plant cell by chlorophyll (held in the chloroplast) Transpiration: Water & nutrients are brought through the roots & stem, then transpires off the leaf Roots Absorb: air & minerals from spaces between soil particles Stomata: Tiny pores that allow for intake & release of oxygen and water vapor Happens within the plant cell. PHOTO SYNTHESIS (light) (put together) (carbon dioxide) (water) (glucose) (oxygen) 6CO2 6H2O C6H12O6 6O2+ +
Springs Preserve Trails Clean-Up Second Saturday of every month (Sept.-Dec.) Plant Propagation and Culinary Plant Discovery Informal lessons on the first three Fridays and Saturdays of every month from 11am-1pm (Reservations not required. Visit the Springs Preserve website to check current hours.) Garden Expert Q&A Informal Q&A on the first three Sundays and Mondays of every month from 11am1pm (Reservations not required. Visit the Springs Pre serve website to check current hours.) Growing Vegetables – Saturday 9/10/2022 from 9am-11am Wonders of Mushrooms Saturday 10/8/2022 from 9am-11am Herbs, Lotions, and Potions Saturday 11/12/2022 from 9am-11am 333 S. Valley View Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89107 Scan to register for events: Get Involved! Green Community Events & Resources Get Involved! Green Community Events & Resources
Growing Under the Stars, Helping Your Garden Survive the Winter Virtual event on Wed. 10/12/2022 from 6pm-8pm
Gardening in Small Places, Using Native and Desert
Growing Under the Stars, Making Gardening Easier Virtual event on Thurs. 9/15/2022 from 6pm-8pm
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Annual Natural Area “Green-Up” Planting Event Saturday 10/15/2022 from 9am-1pm
Drip Irrigation Sat. 9/17/2022 from 9am-12pm Drip Irrigation Sat. 10/15/2022 from 9am-12pm Basics of a Water Smart Landscape Virtual event on Wednesday 10/19/2022 from 2pm-4pm
Growing Under the Stars, Houseplants Virtual event on Wed. 9/21/2022 from 6pm-8pm
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Gardening in Small Places, Roses Sat. 10/15/2022 from 8am-12pm Growing Under the Stars, Growing Lavender in the Mojave Desert Virtual event on Wed. 10/26/2022 from 6pm-8pm Gardening in Small Places, Growing Fruit at Home Sat. 11/5/2022 from 9am-12pm Growing Under the Stars, Creating a Native Flower Wash in Your Yard Virtual event on Thurs. 11/17/2022 from 6pm-8pm Springs Rd. Moapa, NVView Las Vegas,
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Dr. Q’s Local Garden Spotlight Las Vegas Community Healing Garden
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Photo courtesy of the City of Las Vegas Photo courtesy of the City of Las Vegas who plants a tree, plants a hope.” – Lucy Larcom
Five years ago on October 1st, the Las Vegas community experienced great tragedy and pain, as result of the Route 91 Harvest Country Music Festival shooting. On this night, fifty-eight individuals lost their lives, over five hundred were physically injured, and thousands were psychologically wounded. As the community mourned, Jay Pleggenkuhle and Dan iel Perez, co-owners of Stonerose Landscapes, began to explore options that would help the community heal. On the morning of October 2nd, Jay and Daniel sketched out a concept for a community healing garden on a napkin, while drinking their coffee. In only four days, community members came together to construct the garden, and on October 6, 2017, the Las Vegas Community Healing Garden was dedicated with a candlelight vigil. At the center of the garden stands a giant oak tree, dubbed “The Tree of Life.” Behind the oak tree is the Remem brance Wall, made from pallets, where visitors can place photos and tokens of remembrance. Throughout the garden, visitors can walk down a pathway lined with fifty-eight trees, individually dedicated to each victim. After the October 1 tragedy, Craig Keough, owner and founder of Star Nursery, searched for ways to give back and help the community heal. To support the victims’ families, Craig donated $1,000 per victim to the Las Ve gas Victims’ Fund. Additionally, Star Nursery took part in the construction of the Healing Garden by donating plant material and other garden supplies. During the con struction process, many Star Nursery employees donated their time to the Healing Garden, as well. This year on October 1st, Carolyn Goodman and the City of Las Vegas will hold a candlelight remembrance vigil at 10:05pm. During this time, community members are given a chance to come together, remember, and honor those who were lost during the tragedy. Although the Healing Garden was erected in response to great tragedy, it has already become a pillar of comfort, fellowship, healing, and hope for so many in the community.
Before planting, you’ll need to consider two things... variety and growing location. There are many varieties of citrus that will grow well in our climate including grapefruit, kumquat, lemon, lime, oranges, and tangerine. Once you’ve chosen the type of citrus you would like to grow, consider whether you would like to grow a dwarf or tree variety. Most desert gardeners will opt to plant dwarf citrus rather than tree varieties because citrus trees become harder to protect from freezing in the winter once they reach their mature size. Additionally, many gardeners prefer to plant dwarf varieties in large pots or containers, allowing for transportation to warmer areas during the cold months. For a complete list of citrus varieties and their specific growing conditions, reference Star Note #510 – Growing Citrus in Our Climate. Prior to planting, be sure to note the plant’s tolerance to cold temperatures, as this will indicate how you should protect your tree during the winter months
After conducting research on the specific variety you would like to grow, begin to consider where you would like to plant. To do so, survey your yard to determine if you have an ideal planting spot. Citrus can grow well in full sun areas but should be kept away from reflected heat sources such as block or rock walls and metal or stucco buildings. When planting in the landscape, reference Star Note #001 – Planting Guide for proper planting instructions. If you’ve decided to plant in a container,
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Usually, the first thing that comes to mind after hearing the term “edible gardening’ is a garden full of vegetables and herbs; however, edible gardening can extend past a small garden bed and into your landscape! When growing your own citrus, not only will you experience the satisfaction of growing your own food, but you’ll also enjoy the feeling of abundance, as a well-established citrus plant can produce hundreds of fruits per season! If you’re interested, follow along and we’ll teach you the basics of growing citrus in our desert climate…
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Gummosis (Brown rot or foot rot) – A fungus disease caused by standing water around the trunk. Prevent with good drainage and proper watering habits. If tree becomes infected, remove discolored bark and wood, then treat with Monterrey Copper Fungicide.
Pests – To check for aphids and mites, briskly tap a white sheet of paper on the leaves, then check for small dots on the paper. Another indicator of mites is blotchy or stippled leaves. To control, use a foliage washing regularly. An indicator of scale insects are white, cottony masses on the stems. To treat, scrub off the masses and treat with an insecticide such as Bio Advanced Fruit, Citrus, and Vegetable Insect Control or Neem Oil. When using any chemical be sure to use caution and always read the label.
Cold Temperatures – In cold temperatures, citrus leaves may freeze and fall off, but the plant will recover if cold is not prolonged or too severe. If your tree experiences cold damage, wait to prune until new growth emerges. If you move the plant to warmer areas, avoid keeping them there too long or premature blooming will begin.
be sure to use an all-purpose potting soil such as Dr. Q’s Filthy Rich Potting Soil. Make sure the mixture is moist before and after planting to avoid dry pockets, then keep the soil uniformly moist throughout the growing season. Never allow the plant to sit in standing water and don’t forget to empty your drainage saucer ! Once you’ve planted or potted your plant, it is time to watch it grow! Be sure to keep a careful eye on the growth of your plant, as it will require a little helpful maintenance as it grows. In February, May, and September, use Dr. Q’s Organic Citrus Food to encourage vigorous growth and heavy production. Do not fertilize if there are buds or flowers, as added nitrogen will encourage leaf growth rath er than encouraging fruit production. Be sure to protect your plant from common citrus problems including cold temperatures, fruit drop, gummosis, sunburn, and pests.
Sunburn – Trees with insufficient water will develop dry leaves and scalded fruit in extreme summer heat (especially those with southern or western exposure.) If you see an exposed trunk, cover with white tree paint (dilute with water).
Fruit Drop – Trees set more fruit than they can produce, so a certain amount of fruit drop is normal. Most fruit drop will occur when the fruit is the size of a pea. Abnormal fruit drop may occur when there are sudden, dramatic temperature changes or when improper fertilizing and watering has occurred. Be sure to maintain a uniform watering schedule during the fruit set period.
In the middle of the city, there’s a place with 180 acres of adventure, where wild minds are free to explore and connect with nature. Here, families can traverse hiking and bike trails, participate in hands-on classes, jump on a train ride, wander through an 8-acre botanical garden, and much more. A yearly membership makes it an affordable experience you can’t find anywhere else in Southern Nevada. ADVENTURE IS RIGHT AROUND THE CORNER. Plan your next visit at springspreserve.org. let your go wild.
At Star Nursery, we pride ourselves on helping the local gardening communities in Southern Nevada, Southern Utah, and Northern Arizona. Included in the Southern Nevada region, is our quaint Mesquite store, located just off Interstate-15! Since it’s opening in May 2013, our Mesquite location has continued to grow with the community and its rising population. Currently, this location has a large selection of several plant varieties, as well as other gardening materials such as pottery, soils, tools, irrigation, and hardscape accessories! In the nine years that the Mesquite store has been open, Star Nursery has formed lasting relationships with local gardeners, local landscapers, and the city as a whole! To better serve the Mesquite community, Star Nursery plans to expand its landscape supply offerings by adding a rock yard. By doing so, local gardeners and landscapers will have easy access to bulk rock and flagstone! Additionally, Star Nursery would like to give a special shout-out to the General Manager, Jaden Winchester. Originally from Mesquite, NV, Jaden knows the community well and has worked hard to learn and find new ways to grow within the company. Despite not having any landscape or horticulture experience prior to working at Star, Jaden has gained several mentors and has increased his knowledge and skillset immensely. Since Jaden is the youngest General Manager at Star Nursery, we look forward to his continued growth and watching him ac complish great things for the Mesquite community! NV
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Mary Ann is part of our Outside Sales crew at Star Nursery’s Dixie location in St. George. Originally from Wales, Utah, Mary Ann moved to St. George with her family for job opportunities. Growing up, Mary Ann lived on a farm, which inspired her love for animals and gardening. Though she has no formal training, Mary Ann feels that her “green thumb” was passed down from her mother! While working at Star, Mary Ann says her knowledge of plants has grown. Her favorite aspects of working at the nursery are being active, working in the fresh air, being surrounded by plants, and forming friendships with her regular customers. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time in her yard, family get-togethers, traveling, and watching a good movie.
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Loretta Lopez is the Floor Supervisor at Star Nursery’s Ann Road location in Las Vegas. Prior to working at Star, Loretta worked at many nurseries in Orange County, California, which helped her to form the knowledge and experience she has today! Loretta’s favorite parts of working at the nursery are working with plants and helping gardeners. In fact, one of her favorite experiences at work was helping a customer transform their back patio to remind them of their home in Italy! Outside of work, Loretta loves to play volleyball, swim, and help others in the community by donating her time. Loretta is also a proud mother, who is looking forward to attending her daughter’s wedding later this year.
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Gary Hutson is the Transportation Coordinator (AKA “Truck Boss”) at Star Nursery’s corporate office. Originally from Northern California and Kauai, Hawaii, Gary moved to Las Vegas to assist his mother. In his early years, Gary spent his days riding surfboards and traveling the world. Prior to working with Star, Gary was a member of the Air Force. Since working with us, Gary has enjoyed the challenge that comes with the job, as well as teaching others. Outside of work, Gary enjoys movies, camping, concerts, shows, and long bike rides, and is looking forward to a cruise vacation! He is also a proud father to two sons who have become successful husbands and fathers.
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