Coward Farms

Coward Farms We grow spring plants, fall mums,pumpkins, and Christmas trees.
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We have opened for the fall season. Open daily from 9:00am-5:00 pm.
09/03/2026

We have opened for the fall season. Open daily from 9:00am-5:00 pm.

If the leaves on your shrubs and perennials are turning yellow, they might just be hungry. Heavy summer growth and frequ...
08/28/2026

If the leaves on your shrubs and perennials are turning yellow, they might just be hungry. Heavy summer growth and frequent watering naturally deplete nutrients from the soil, leaving foliage looking pale and washed out. You can easily restore that lush green color by applying a water-soluble fertilizer, which delivers a fast pick-me-up directly to the roots and leaves.

If the leaf tissue is yellow but the veins stay dark green, look for a formula with chelated iron to fix the deficiency quickly. Just remember to water your plants thoroughly the day before fertilizing to protect the roots from stress.

Late summer is the perfect time to introduce a new color to your landscape. While early flowers fade, a variety of excep...
08/20/2026

Late summer is the perfect time to introduce a new color to your landscape. While early flowers fade, a variety of exceptional plants are just reaching their peak, ensuring your garden stays vibrant well into autumn.

Here are three excellent additions for reliable late-season color:

Dynamic Perennials: Add plants timed to shine now. Color-coded Coneflowers (Echinacea) and Summerblaze Black-Eyed Susans (Rudbeckia) offer fresh blooms that last for weeks.

Show-Stopping Shrubs: Panicle hydrangeas like Limelight Prime or Quick Fire Fab are late-summer stars, producing massive blooms that transition from white to rich pink and burgundy.

Continuous Fillers: Fill gaps with long-blooming selections. Superbena verbena provides low-growing color clusters, while Rockin' salvias offer striking upright flower spikes until frost.

🌾 OPEN FARM DAY IS TOMORROW! 🌾We’re opening the farm gates for Southwick’s Open Farm Day! Come say hello, learn a little...
08/15/2026

🌾 OPEN FARM DAY IS TOMORROW! 🌾

We’re opening the farm gates for Southwick’s Open Farm Day! Come say hello, learn a little about life on the farm, and enjoy some special surprises along the way. 🎁🌱

🚂 And yes… the Train will be running so bring the kids!

📍 Sunday, August 16
⏰ 10 AM – 4 PM

We’d love to see you! 🇺🇸🌾

For more information check out Southwick Ag’s website:

https://www.southwickag.com/openfarmday

By August, summer containers can look tired from the heat. Don’t replace the whole pot. A quick mid-season tune-up will ...
08/11/2026

By August, summer containers can look tired from the heat. Don’t replace the whole pot. A quick mid-season tune-up will keep them beautiful through autumn.
Here is your 3-step refresh plan:
1. Trim: Snip off faded blooms and cut back leggy, overgrown trailing plants to encourage fresh, bushy growth.
2. Feed: Frequent summer watering flushes nutrients from container soil. Apply a water-soluble fertilizer to jumpstart late-summer performance.
3. Swap: Gently remove any dead or spent plants. Replace them with fresh, heat-tolerant options like marigolds, ornamental peppers, or coleus to instantly fill the gaps.

Mixing fresh late-summer arrivals with your established plants creates a lush look that bridges the seasons beautifully.

Is your garden showing signs of summer stress? Between intense heat and peak pest season, July can be tough on your land...
08/04/2026

Is your garden showing signs of summer stress? Between intense heat and peak pest season, July can be tough on your landscape. A quick round of mid-summer triage will get your plants right back on track.

Start by deadheading spent flowers to encourage a fresh flush of blooms, and trim away any yellowing foliage.

Next, check your hanging baskets and containers. They dry out rapidly in the summer sun and need regular, water-soluble fertilizer to replenish lost nutrients.

Need help diagnosing a plant problem? Bring a photo of your troubled plant, and our team will help you find the right remedies to revive your garden!

Is your garden feeling the summer heat? Mid-July is the perfect time for a quick mulch refresh. A fresh two-inch layer o...
07/29/2026

Is your garden feeling the summer heat? Mid-July is the perfect time for a quick mulch refresh. A fresh two-inch layer of mulch instantly tidies up your landscape while doing some heavy lifting for your plants. It will help retain moisture so you water less, cool root systems during high-heat days, and block out pesky summer weeds. Plus, fresh mulch creates a clean backdrop that makes your current summer blooms instantly pop.

If you are watering constantly but your plants are still drooping, the secret isn't watering more often. It is watering ...
07/24/2026

If you are watering constantly but your plants are still drooping, the secret isn't watering more often. It is watering deeper. Hot summer watering is all about pushing moisture down to where the roots need it.
Frequent, shallow watering keeps roots near the scorching surface, where they quickly dry out. Instead, give your garden a slow, thorough soak less frequently. This coaxes roots to grow deep into cooler, moisture-rich soil. For the best results, water early in the morning before the heat of the day causes major evaporation.

Need the right tools to keep your garden hydrated? Visit us for soaker hoses, watering wands, and everything you need to help your landscape survive the summer heat!

As the summer heat settles in, how you water can make or break your garden's success. Instead of a light daily sprinkle,...
07/01/2026

As the summer heat settles in, how you water can make or break your garden's success. Instead of a light daily sprinkle, focus on deep, thorough watering at the base of your plants. This encourages roots to grow deeper into the soil, where it stays cooler and holds moisture longer.
Watering early in the morning is the best way to prevent evaporation and give your plants a chance to hydrate before the sun reaches its peak. It also allows foliage to dry out during the day, which helps prevent disease and keep your garden thriving through the hottest months.
Visit the garden center to find the right tools to keep your plants hydrated all summer. https://pbxx.it/F25Qax

🌸 It’s our last weekend of the spring season! 🌸Stop by and enjoy 20% OFF all plants—including annuals, perennials, shrub...
06/27/2026

🌸 It’s our last weekend of the spring season! 🌸

Stop by and enjoy 20% OFF all plants—including annuals, perennials, shrubs, vegetable plants, and herbs.

We’ll be open through Friday, July 3rd, so come see us before we close for the season!

🌿 Coward Farms

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150 College Highway
Southwick, MA
01077

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

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