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Thurs: 11am-7pm
Fri thru Sat: 9am-5pm
Sun: Closed

              August Nature Happenings

• Flocks of nighthawks can be seen late in the month.
• Turtle eggs hatch.
• Fall warbler migration begins.
• It's a good time to plant grass seed because germination is better in the fall due to warm soil and reduced weed problems.
• Newly-planted trees over 6' should be staked to prevent top from bending in harsh winter. Pine bark mulch also helps protect roots.
• American Goldfinches finish nesting late this month.
• Mark open garden spots with rocks to help place new flowering bulbs.
• Phlox, Asters and Goldenrod begin to bloom in August and last until September.
• Most Chimney Swifts and Purple Martins are gone by end of month.
• Perseids Meteor shower is mid-month.