Summer is in full swing in Northern Nevada, and we’re here to help you grow a thriving, vibrant landscape all season long with deep roots and summer blooms. Whether you’re harvesting veggies, fending off garden pests, or dreaming of shade trees, July is the time to dig in—and we’ve got the tips and events to support every gardener.

Upcoming Events

• July 5 – Bonsai Club (11am): Join Ken Jones for monthly inspiration and hands-on techniques in bonsai care.
• July 10 – Full Moon Madness Sale: One day only! Shop under the stars with surprise discounts.
• July 13 – Hummingbirds & Butterflies (10:30am): Learn how to plant a pollinator haven with Tiffany. Only $5, benefiting a local charity.
• July 19 – Pumpkin Troubleshooting (10am): Entering our pumpkin contest? Brian will help you grow a contender!
• July 26 – Deer & Rabbit Resistant Plants: Discover what the critters won’t eat—and what you’ll love planting.
• July 27 – Summer Pond Maintenance (10am): David shares his secrets for keeping your water features clear and cool.

• Plus, don’t forget our ongoing Veterans Discount, Senior Mondays (10% off), and Rewards Program that pays you back all season long.

Visit our Events page to see what’s happening at Greenhouse Garden Center!

Top 10 Gardening Tips for July

1. Fertilize Regularly – Summer annuals and veggies grow fast and need consistent nutrients. Try Bumper Crop Fertilizers with added mycorrhizae for that extra oomph.
2. Water Tomatoes in the Morning – To prevent cracking, maintain even moisture and enrich your soil with organic matter.
3. Check Your Drip System – Inspect each emitter and water deeply once or twice a week. Add an emitter to trees every other year to encourage root spread.
4. Feed Houseplants – Apply Maxsea fertilizer and switch orchid food to a high-phosphate blend. Move them to the east side of your house and flush with water to avoid salt buildup.
5. Pond Care – Replace Barley Bales, test water quality, and fertilize water lilies to keep your pond looking pristine.
6. Prune Apple Trees Now – Healing is fastest in summer. Protect soft fruits with bird netting or Scare Tape.
7. Watch for Pear Slug – Check cherry and pear trees for green slugs with black heads. Treat with insecticide early in the month and again on the 25th.
8. Fight Fungus – Lawns, roses, and many ornamentals are vulnerable. Spray weekly and rotate fungicides.
9. Bug Control – Spray Sevin on elms for leaf beetles and try Sluggo Plus for earwigs.
10. Plant Shade Trees – Now’s the time! Enjoy instant relief from heat and beauty come fall.

Download the Top 10 Gardening Tips for July!

Happy planting, and we’ll see you at the nursery!