Archive for November 2021
Gingerbread Muffins
A recipe so good it’s worth adding to the holiday wishlist! INGREDIENTS: ⅓ cup sugar ½ cup brown sugar ⅓ cup molasses ½ cup vegetable oil ½ cup applesauce 1 egg 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla 2¼ cup flour 1 teaspoon baking powder ½ teaspoon baking soda ¾ teaspoon sea salt 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1½…
Read MoreHow to Fix Incandescent Tree Lights
Here is a quick guide on how to find common problems with Christmas lights and how to fix them conveniently from home. Finding the missing link in a string of burnt-out tree lights can be tedious and frustrating. At Wallace’s Garden Center, we offer tree light repair services for both NeumanTree and O…
Read MoreWhiskey Glazed Sweet Potatoes
Warm up to the holiday season by baking and enjoying these perfect treats! INGREDIENTS: 4 large sweet potatoes (about 3 pounds) 1 cup pecans 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for the dish 1/2 cup agave nectar (preferably amber) 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1/4 cup whiskey…
Read MoreBlack Friday Gifts for Gardening Friends
A gardener expanding their supply can be an obsession. This Black Friday, we can help you make their obsession even better! Black Friday is approaching—and we have a few gift ideas for your gardening friends. A true gardener has a wide range of needs for all seasons; we may know of the place…
Read MoreApple Cider Glazed Donuts
Warm up to the holiday season by baking and enjoying these perfect treats! INGREDIENTS FOR DOUGH: 1 (1⁄4-ounce) package active dry yeast 1⁄4 cup warm water (100° to 115°) 11⁄4 cups warm whole milk (100° to 115°) 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1⁄2 cup unsalted butter, softened 1 large egg 5 cups all-purpose flour, divided…
Read MoreDIY Birdhouses for the Winter Garden
Have a craving to get crafty? Check out these awesome DIY birdhouse ideas we have for you and your kids! Who loves to craft? Gardeners typically have an artistic streak in us somewhere, and what better way to explore that than to create your own DIY birdhouse? This project is great for the kids—especially…
Read MoreWhy Should We Worry About Winter Burn?
Winter burn is something that can be prevented if the proper precautions are taken. Winter burn is a very real threat to new shrubs and evergreens that have not been properly watered or given enough care in their establishing period. Establishing a new planting is especially important when heading into the winter months. We…
Read MorePeach-Bourbon Barbecue Sauce
A sweet and tangy sauce that brings a kick to the table! INGREDIENTS: 2 pounds peaches 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 medium sweet onion, chopped ¼ cup seeded and finely chopped jalapeño peppers 2 large garlic cloves, minced ¼ cup light brown sugar ⅔ cup apple cider vinegar ⅓ cup Cody Road Bourbon ¼…
Read MoreCherry Tomato Pasta Sauce
Add a new family favorite to the menu with our sweet and tasty pasta sauce! INGREDIENTS: 4 pints cherry tomatoes, halved good olive oil 2 tablespoons minced garlic (6 cloves) 18 large basil leaves, julienned, plus extra for serving ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes kosher salt ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1…
Read MoreOh, Deer! How to Protect Your Winter Landscapes from Wildlife
Learn some helpful hints on how to keep those pesky deer and rabbits away from your precious winter landscapes. Winter is coming…you’ve cut everything in your garden back that needs it. DONE. Sorry folks, but there are still some tricks you have to pull from your sleeve if you want your garden to look…
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