Is mulching important? If there is one thing you can do to help your landscape plantings do the best that they can, it is to mulch and mulch properly. What does mulch provide? Weed control, erosion control, moisture retention and can moderate soil te...
You are a proud owner of newly planted trees or shrubs. A frequently asked question, “At what point do I start pruning?” Plants are like children and they need attention. Trimming begins within the first year after being planted. You bring the ne...
It is always exciting in the spring as our landscapes come back to life after a long cold winter. We are all ready to get outdoors and your plants are ready to grow and bloom for the season. However they do need some attention. It’s not difficult o...
Have you heard…. “Fall is For Planting”! Fall is considered by many the best time to plant trees and shrubs. Why would we say this when so many plants that we plant in the spring, do just fine? It’s not that spring isn’t a good time, it is ...
Fall color is easy to add to your landscape! As fall approaches we often look to perennials for color. The most popular are Mums and Asters. These easy to grow perennials add great color in the fall. They can be added to beds, replacing annuals that ...
Why are the leaves on my tree light green or yellow? Sometimes insect problems or spray damage can cause yellowing of foliage. If you can eliminate those issues as a concern then a close inspection of the effected leaves is next. If the leaves have g...
Many home landscapes have hardy mums included. They are loved for their great fall displays. Some of you may pick up mum plants in the spring to plant in your perennial gardens and flower beds. Sometimes they are also grown in pots. A frequently aske...
