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Gardening in Michigan - Tips and Savings

• Michigan is in Zone 5 on the Michigan Frost Zone Map generally speaking most Michigan Annuals will be safe from frost after Memorial Day.

• During hot Michigan Summers, keep your garden plants and lawn watered well. When poking your finger into the soil it should be moist but not soaking wet. If the soil feels dry it is time to water.

• While it seemed like a really great idea at the time to design a formal rose garden, in hindsight it’s a little more time consuming than you’d envisioned. Don’t fall prey to this all too common mistake. By the time the kids have gotten to baseball, the dog has gotten to the vet, and you have completed your household tasks, how much time is truly left? Realistically looking at your lifestyle you will be able to determine how much time in a week you can spend gardening.

There are a lot of things to consider when designing a garden, but taken step by step the path becomes clear and the design begins to take shape almost on it’s own. By adhering to a few rules and principles you can design a garden with the very best, and one that bears your own personality more than ever.

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02/02/2012 06:35 PM

Classic Wild Bird Suet Holder

This classic bird suet holder by Heath holds one suet. Sturdy metal construction. Color is green. Can be used all year / Guaranteed not to turn rancid No melt, No mess, No fuss Vinyl coated wire / protects birds feets. Manufacturer: HEATH OUTDOOR PRODUCTS Discount Price: 3.66

02/02/2012 05:08 AM

Chuckanut All Natural Squirrel Feeder 1 qt.

Huge one-quart capacity feeder is handcrafted of long-lasting cedar with heavy-duty metal hinge, and plexi-glass window. Includes free one lb. bag of Chuckanut Premium Squirrel Diet and Complete guide to Squirrel Feeding Manufacturer: CHUCKANUT Discount Price: 14.99

01/30/2012 07:08 PM

Foldaway Garden Kneeler and Seat

Getting up and down to those garden chores can be quite a strain on both the back and knees, especially in the wet. This clever soft kneeler is a handyman`s boon, robust steel tubing designed around a comfortable kneeling platform. Manufacturer: GARDMAN Discount Price: 35.30

01/30/2012 11:52 AM

Liquid Fence Original Deer and Rabbit Repellent 40 oz. (Concentrate)

Liquid Fence® Original Deer and Rabbit Repellent is all natural, biodegradable and environmentally safe. It will not harm the plants or animals and is backed by a written 100% guarantee. 1 quart (makes 4 gallons) Manufacturer: LIQUID FENCE Discount Price: 31.87

01/29/2012 07:56 AM

Grow It Pop-up Herb Planter - 12 in.

Grow herbs easily with Gardmans new popu-up herb planter. Fresh home grown herbs are simply the best! Herbs are easy to grow and require no expertise. A range of herbs can be cropped all summer long. Herbs are Healthy. Manufacturer: GARDMAN Discount Price: 9.28

01/28/2012 04:14 PM

Spring and Fall Diet for Pond Fish

The high quality wheatgerm food in the Spring and Fall Diet is extremely easy for Koi or Goldfish to digest. Forms a perfectly balanced diet which will stimulate growth and fertility as well as ensuring your fish are kept active and healthy. Manufacturer: TETRAPOND Discount Price: 6.37

01/27/2012 11:27 AM

Lawn and Garden Promo Sprayer 2 Gal.

Poly/plastic sprayer with a curved wand and clear reinforced hose. Patented anti-clog filter found only in your chapin sprayer. Large opening for no mess in mixing and cleaning. Translucent bottle for ease of checking fluid level. Manufacturer: CHAPIN Discount Price: 19.64

01/26/2012 06:48 AM

Harvest Hummingbird Feeder with Rooster

The Harvest Hummingbird Feeder holds 10 ounces of hummingbird nectar in four separate blue glass pots. Feeder keeps nectar fresh and easy to see if nectar is low in one pot. Birds may still drink from the other pots, while one is being cleaned and refille Manufacturer: AVANT GARDEN Discount Price: 23.48

01/25/2012 07:31 PM

Bird Lovers Blend Fancy Finch Bird Food (Case of 6)

Use Fancy Finch food to attract a variety of finches to your yard. These beautiful birds will love to eat this tasty blend of cranberries and seeds. Provides wild birds with great nutrition and lots of energy. Manufacturer: BIRDLOVERS BLEND Discount Price: 17.98

01/23/2012 07:12 AM

Heated Ground BirdBath - 60 Watt

This sand coated oasis birdbath has a built in heater and can be used in all four seasons. Manufacturer: FARM INNOVATORS Discount Price: 43.87

01/20/2012 11:38 AM

Victor Electronic Mouse Trap

New! Patented 3-plate design kills 3 mice without resetting. No poisons, sticky messes or snapped fingers. Simply spread peanut butter on inside back wall, insert batteries, place trap against wall. Manufacturer: VICTOR TRAP Discount Price: 29.46

01/20/2012 08:06 AM

Victor Sonic Mini PestChaser Ultrasonic Rodent Repellent - 2 pk.

Victor Sonic Mini PestChaser Ultrasonic Rodent Repellent sends out varying high frequency sound waves to repel rodents. Sound cannot be heard by humans or non-rodent pets and has a red LED light to show that the unit is working. Manufacturer: VICTOR TRAP Discount Price: 18.03

01/19/2012 04:32 PM

Sun Face Wild Bird Wreath 2.5 lbs

Unique bird seed decoration shaped in the form of a sun face consists of sunflower, black oil, white millet and red millet seeds. Great gift idea for the Wild Bird lover that you know. 2.5 lbs. Practical and decorative. Attract birds all winter. Manufacturer: PINE TREE FARMS Discount Price: 13.13

01/18/2012 10:36 AM

Aspects Window Cafe Bird Feeder - 3/4 qt.

Our most popular window feeder ever!  A clear roof over hangs the seed tray to protect seed from rain. Seed reservoir slides out for easy filling and cleaning Manufacturer: ASPECTS Discount Price: 17.77

01/17/2012 07:16 PM

Heavy Duty Poly Wire 1320 ft.

Energize poly wire with a low impedance fence controller. Strong yet flexible to withstand the weather. Lightweight, flexible, easy to see and long lasting. Ideal for temporary/portable fencing and managed controlled grazing. Manufacturer: ZAREBA SYSTEM Discount Price: 30.88

01/16/2012 05:21 PM

Pine Tree Farms Hi-Energy Suet Cake 12 oz.

The Pine Tree Farms Hi-Energy Suet Cake provides a great source of high energy to your backyard birds, which have a very high metabolism. Suet is a high-energy formulation of animal fat that is traditionally used to attract birds. Manufacturer: PINE TREE FARMS Discount Price: 1.58

01/15/2012 02:58 PM

Job Ex 3-unit Bait Station

Kills house mice,roof rats and Norway rats. Contains rodents’ favorite foods – grains and seed. Each disposable bait station is preloaded with a 0.5 oz block of Just One Bite EX mouse bait Manufacturer: JUST ONE BITE Discount Price: 9.60

01/13/2012 11:10 AM

Jiffy Natural and Organic Potting Mix - 1.5 CUBIC ft.

100 percent organic. Nursery quality blend. Reduces nutrient loss. Manufacturer: JIFFY Discount Price: 9.92

01/10/2012 07:13 PM

Galvanized Steel Wire - 100 ft.

This Fi-Shock Galvanized Steel Wire coil has 100 ft of 17 gauge wire. It has a breaking load of 125-145 lbs and a tensile strength of 90,000-105,000 psi. Manufacturer: FI-SHOCK Discount Price: 4.28

01/09/2012 12:09 PM

Songblend Peanut Chips Bird Seed 3 lb. bag (Case of 6)

Treat your backyard songbirds to these delicious peanut chips. The smell of the peanuts is sure to attract all kinds of birds to your yard. Peanuts are a great source of protein to help birds thrive all winter long. Manufacturer: SONGBLEND Discount Price: 35.18

01/09/2012 11:40 AM

4 Tier Greenhouse with Heavy Duty Cover

Sturdy tubular push-fit frames. Clear pvc and reinforced pe covers. Roll-up zipped doors for easy access. Assembled in minutes without tools. Manufacturer: GARDMAN Discount Price: 45.22

01/08/2012 11:02 AM

Poly Tape for Fencing - 660 ft.

Great savings over 1 1/2 inch polytape yet far more substantial than standard narrow tape. Extra-wide 1 inch x 660 foot offers a great alternative for interior fencing while providing the wide look for less. Manufacturer: POWERFIELDS Discount Price: 49.14

01/07/2012 09:13 PM

Heath Natural Pure Suet- 10 oz

The Heath Natural Pure Suet offers a quick source of high energy for your backyard birds, which have a very high metabolism. Suet is a high-energy formulation of animal fat that is traditionally used to attract birds that do not normally come. Manufacturer: HEATH OUTDOOR PRODUCTS Discount Price: 3.32

01/06/2012 05:01 PM

Cast Aluminum Birdbath Deicer 250 Watt

Compact, durable, aluminum heating element. Large surface area for cooler operation. 10-ft. cord has heavy-duty anti-chew protector Manufacturer: ALLIED PRECISION Discount Price: 40.11

01/06/2012 11:35 AM

CopperTop Bluebird House 7.25 x 9 x 13.5 in.

Built to Audubon specifications. Features a 1-9/16 inch entrance hole and Predator Guard. Handcrafted. Made of Natural Cedar. Easy to clean. Made in the U.S.A. by Woodlink. 7.25 x 9 x 13.5 inches Manufacturer: AUDUBON WOODLINK Discount Price: 38.30