Planning to take up gardening this year or update your landscaping? Your first step should be visiting a local Bakersfield garden supply store to stock up on plants, fertilizer, soil, and other necessities that will help your garden thrive.

Our agents suggest checking out the following companies to stock up on your gardening supplies:

• Gardener's Supply – 2920 Landco Dr. #2, Bakersfield, CA 93308
  Controlling weeds, insects, and fungi is an important step to help ensure the success of your yard and garden. That's where Gardener's Supply comes in. For over 30 years, the company has specialized in selling the equipment and treatments you need to control these garden enemies. You'll also find custom-blended fertilizers and soil conditioners, as well as many types of warm season and cool season grass seeds. Hours are 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday.
  
  
• Bolles Nursery Landscape - 3255 Allen Rd., Bakersfield, CA 93314
  With a commitment to organic, sustainable gardening, it's no wonder Bolles Nursery Landscape has been voted one of the Bakersfield Best by the Bakersfield Californian. Family-owned and operated since 1991, Bolles offers a wide variety of annual flowers, shade trees, succulents, fountains, and more. Leave the planting to their knowledgeable staff and take advantage of landscaping design services for professional results. The nursery is open Monday-Saturday 7 a.m to 5 p.m. and Sunday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  
  
• White Forest Nursery – 300 Morning Dr., Bakersfield, CA 93306  
  White Forest Nursery has provided plants, supplies, and expert advice to Bakersfield gardeners for over 45 years. The nursery stocks popular as well as unusual plants, including evergreen, deciduous, flowering, and fruit trees and an extensive selection of roses and other plants. Whether you have a small garden spot or one that's grown in space over the years, White Forest Nursery has the plants, trees, and expertise to help your garden thrive. Spring hours are 9 a.m.-6 p.m. daily except for Wednesday when the nursery is closed.
  
  
• The Bulk Yard – 10014 Rosedale Hwy. #2, Bakersfield, CA 93312  
  The Bulk Yard carries a wide variety of outdoor products, including several types of landscape rock, bark, and ground covers. These materials will not only make your garden look more finished but also help keep moisture in and weeds out. Hardscaping including stepping stones, flagstone, and boulders are also available, as are irrigation supplies. You'll even find outdoor lighting and barbecues at The Bulk Yard, so you can turn your garden areas into extensions of your indoor living space that are sure to become popular gathering spots. Hours are 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday and 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday.
  
  
• Maranatha Landscape & Supplies – 7617 Felipe Ct., Bakersfield, CA 93307  
  Whether you need gardening supplies like soil, bark, sand, rocks, or gravel or would like to undertake a major landscaping project, you'll be able to find what you need at Maranatha Landscape & Supplies. They'll even take your garden care off your hands if you'd rather let someone else do the work so you can simply sit back and enjoy your garden. In addition, the company can also help you design projects like adding fire features, an outdoor kitchen, and more to transform your garden area. Hours are 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday and 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday.
  
  
• Robby's Nursery & Calico Gardens – 4002 Terracotta Ct., Bakersfield, CA 93314  
  Family-owned and operated since 1962, Robby's Nursery & Calico Gardens carries just about everything you might need for your garden, including seeds, plants, pots, trees, soils, and fertilizers. They offer knowledgeable help on garden design, including which plants would be most likely to thrive in your garden, and can also help diagnose plant issues. And if you'd like to further your gardening knowledge, sign up for one of the classes that are periodically offered. Hours are 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday and Wednesday-Saturday and 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday.

Contact us to learn more about how a well-kept garden can help make your house a home or make it more appealing to buyers if you're planning to add it to the ranks of Bakersfield homes for sale.