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Down to Earth Living Garden Center in Rockland County Celebrates 52 Years Of Service

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As summer draws to a close, it’s the perfect time to start preparing your garden for a successful spring bloom. Here are some essential steps to ensure your garden thrives next year.

1. Clean Up and Clear Out
Start by removing any dead or diseased plants from your garden. This helps prevent pests and diseases from overwintering in your garden. Be sure to also clear away spent annuals and vegetables, and add them to your compost pile if they are disease-free. This cleanup creates a clean slate for new growth come spring.
2. Soil Preparation
Testing your soil is a crucial step in garden preparation. Soil tests provide insight into pH levels and nutrient content, allowing you to make necessary amendments. The soil in this area tends to be acidic so this is a good time to add granular lime to give your plants a head start in the spring. Adding compost or well-rotted manure can also enrich your soil with essential nutrients. This organic matter improves soil structure, promotes healthy root development, and enhances water retention.
3. Plant Cover Crops
Consider planting cover crops, also known as green manure. Cover crops like clover, rye, and vetch help improve soil health by preventing erosion, enhancing soil structure, and adding organic matter when they decompose. They also help suppress weeds and can be turned into the soil in early spring as a natural fertilizer.
4. Mulching
Applying mulch in the fall helps protect your soil from winter erosion and retains moisture. Organic mulches such as straw, wood chips, or shredded leaves add nutrients to the soil as they break down. A 2-3 inch layer of mulch also helps regulate soil temperature, creating a more stable environment for your plants.
5. Pruning
Late summer and early fall are good times to prune perennials, shrubs, and trees. Remove any dead or diseased branches and shape your plants to promote healthy growth. Avoid heavy pruning as it can stimulate new growth that may not harden off before winter.

6. Plant Spring Bulbs
Now is the time to plant spring-blooming bulbs like tulips, daffodils, and crocuses. Planting bulbs in the fall allows them to establish roots and ensures a beautiful display of flowers in the spring. Be sure to plant them at the correct depth and provide a layer of mulch for insulation.
7. Plan for Next Year
Take notes on what worked well in your garden this year and what didn’t. Sketch out your garden plan for next spring, considering crop rotation and companion planting to maximize your garden’s health and productivity. By following these steps, you’ll set the stage for a vibrant and productive garden next spring.

The center is open 9 – 5 every day and is located near Bergen County at 1040 Route 45. Phone number is 845-354-8500. Website is www.dteliving.com for more information.

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The Mill at Sutter’s Airmont: Tuesday Wing Night Is Back

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August 12, 2026

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The Mill at Sutter’s in Airmont is under new management and entering a new chapter following a full renovation of the historic location.

The property, which dates back to 1983, officially debuted under its new team in May 2026. The newly renovated restaurant is operating as a full-service sports bar, with an emphasis on food, drinks, live music and a late-night menu.

As part of the changes, The Mill at Sutter’s is bringing back Wing Night. Every Tuesday, customers can enjoy 75-cent wings all day, with a choice of sauces and a selection of cold drinks.

Wing Night is available every Tuesday from 12 p.m. to 10 p.m., dine-in only.

The restaurant is inviting the local community to visit the renovated space, check out the new management team and enjoy the weekly special as The Mill at Sutter’s continues its next chapter in Airmont.

With a history dating back more than four decades, a newly renovated space and plans for expanded food and entertainment options, The Mill at Sutter’s is looking to establish itself as a destination for dining, sports and nightlife in the local community.

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Expert Tips to Refresh Your Garden for the Rest of Summer

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After weeks of summer heat and frequent rain, many gardens across Rockland County, Bergen County and the Hudson Valley are beginning to show signs of stress. Fortunately, a few simple maintenance steps can help restore color and keep landscapes looking their best through late summer and into fall.

The gardening experts at Down to Earth Living Garden Center in Pomona recommend removing spent flowers to encourage new blooms, feeding flowering plants with a bloom booster fertilizer, and pruning spring-flowering shrubs that have already finished blooming.

For an instant burst of color, consider adding late-season favorites like Black-Eyed Susans, zinnias, hydrangeas and fresh hanging baskets. Gardeners are also encouraged to plant milkweed, an essential plant for monarch butterflies, and provide a shallow water source for birds, butterflies and bees during hot weather.

Containers and hanging baskets should be checked frequently, as they often require extra watering during periods of intense heat. If plants have reached the end of their flowering season, replacing them with fresh blooms can quickly brighten outdoor spaces.

With summer sales underway, it’s also a great time to update patios and backyards with discounted outdoor furniture, umbrellas, décor and statuary.

Down to Earth Living Garden Center also offers personalized gardening advice. Customers are encouraged to bring photos or inspiration for their outdoor spaces, and the center’s team can help select the right plants, containers and décor. The garden center’s expanded indoor plant showroom is open for the season, and free repotting is available with the purchase of any plant or pot.

Located at 1040 Route 45 in Pomona, N.Y. For more information, call 845-354-8500 or visit www.dteliving.com.

 

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