We are a full service garden center
for your every need.
We invite you and your family to visit and browse through our nursery and gift shop, or just relax by one of our many ponds as the children play in the treehouse.
You will find up-to-date information throughout our website. Please enjoy your visit. If you can't find the information you need, please call us at 355-1551 and our knowledgeable staff will assist you.
We are open Monday-Saturday 8:00 to 5:00 and Sunday 9:00 to 5:00.
Tons of information, current specials and seasonal tips can be yours by downloading our newsletter.
Broadleaf lawn weeds are best controlled from September to mid-October.
Plant spring flowering bulbs, especially in ground cover areas, to create early spring interest in your plantings. Try planting in ‘Layers’ for longer bloom time.
Spring & early summer blooming perennials are best divided in mid-late September so next season’s bloom will not be interrupted.
Begin potting favorite plants used in containers or beds & move to shady area to acclimate for indoors later in the month & carry over to next year.
October:
Continue deep watering of trees, shrubs and perennials as needed thru the month.
As plants begin to harden off for winter, be sure to clean/prune out diseased and damaged foliage. Most plants will either lose their leaves or dry out; some even have attractive berries or seedpods that add to the winter garden & feed the birds. Leaving perennials & ornamental grasses stand until spring is extra protection for the plants over winter.
DO NOT FORCE plants into winter dormancy by cutting down when green or covering too early…roses & ornamental grasses as well as woody perennials, are best left until mid-late November before mulching in.
Topdressing of wood mulch should give a total depth of 2-3” to help control moisture levels & insulate the soil once it is frozen in.
November:
Spray evergreens with Wilt-Pruf to help prevent desiccation in winter. Be sure to repeat during the January thaw.
Apply tree wrap to young & thin-barked trees from ground to lower branches.
Protect tender & exposed shrubs from desiccating winter winds with a burlap screen.
Finish mulching roses and ornamentals as they go into dormancy.
Discontinue fertilizing houseplants unless blooming or growing under artificial lights until March switch to Indoor plant fertilizer.
Please view our calendar to browse upcoming "Green College" dates and times. Rail City Garden Center hosts numerous classes and events throughout the year, to help better your understanding in your garden oasis. Please call us for any further questions or details. view
1720 Brierley Way • Sparks, Nevada 89434 • 775-355-1551
