Given the abysmally rainy spring we’ve had, it seems only right to tell you about our rain chains. Maybe you didn’t know we sell them here at Kalleco. Maybe you don’t even know what they are. Let’s start there. Rain chains are functional beauty. They’re a funny thing. I’d never even heard of them until I became a homeowner, and even then, I didn’t quite “get it.” Now I do. They’re a perfect … [Read more...]
Open for the Season! Happy Spring!
April brings the beauty of spring, the joy of Easter, and one of our favorite celebrations—Arbor Day! This month is the perfect time to plant trees, and we’re excited to announce that our new selection of deciduous and evergreen trees has arrived! This year, we have an exceptionally large assortment of trees, including the stunning Cedrous deodara. This evergreen beauty can reach 20-40 feet … [Read more...]
When and Where should I be Mulching?
When asking yourself if you should be mulching or not, the answer is always yes! The next questions is then how much and how often to mulch? Mulching too much, not enough or not with the right kind can be detrimental to your plants, so lets find out more! SOME OF THE MAIN REASONS TO MULCH: Retain water in the root area. Cooling of the root area. Nutritional break-down. Insect, … [Read more...]
Quick Tips to Get Your Garden Ready for Winter
Autumn is here, and that means winter is next! We know, we're sad to see the growing season end too. But that just means it's time to help your garden get a head start on next spring! So here are our quick tips on getting your trees, shrubs, and perennials winter-ready before the fall ends. Planting This is the last window for planting before the frost! Fall is the best time to plant, especially … [Read more...]