News & Articles

We have all heard that “composting” is a good thing, and that “compost” is a good source of nutrition for your gardens and flower beds. So what exactly is composting, how can you get started doing it and why should you?

Dandelions can be a menace to home owners who want that incredible “curb appeal” of a lush thick green lawn. But did you know that Dandelions are in your yard for a reason (or maybe multiple reasons)? Yup it’s true! As most things in nature, dandelions have a job (or two) to do. No none of their jobs is to make your life harder, although it may seem that way sometimes.

Here in the PNW we have all of the ingredients to brow and sustain moss year-round. What causes moss to grow? Moisture and Shade (and the combination of both) are key factors in creating a place moss likes to thrive. Lack of drainage, and over watering can also cause moss to take root and set up shop. Here are some tips to help you reduce the chances of moss growing.

Onions are a really easy to grow option that store well. If you’ve got a garden this season, you should consider adding onions to it.

If you’re like me I’m sure you are ready for some well needed sunshine! I’m pretty sure our gardens are too. In Fact, some of our gardens may have been bombarded with more rain than they want or even can handle. If you fall into this category, the I have a few tips for you.

The Snohomish Co-Op has some great apparel options for you to suit all your needs. We carry some of the more popular options in Carhartt apparel and we have recently also included some of the best sellers from Dickies work wear.