All About Native Plants
What is a native plant? Seems like a simple question, right? It turns out that some things are not so easy to define.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN HERE
ENQUIRING MINDS WANT TO PLANT!
Knowledge and resources about plants and planting are so vast they can be overwhelming. The best approach is to take advantage of information based on your areas of interest and then seek the guidance of a plant professional. Your local nursery or garden center has inspired people ready to offer advice.
LEARN, ASK, PLANT!
Popular Indoor Trees
Small houseplants are fun to nurture and enjoy on windowsills and side tables, but if you really want to make a statement in your living space, it’s fun to live among the trees.
Caring for New Transplants
Starting a regular plant maintenance and inspection program to head-off problems early, and providing good after-care will help maintain the health and vigor of your newly planted trees and shrubs.
Fall Succulent Planter
Spice up your fall arrangements with the rich color, texture, and contrast of succulents. You’ll love them for being so low-maintenance and enjoy the long-lasting color for all seasons.
Pruning Evergreens
Evergreen refers to a group of plants that retain their foliage during winter. Most evergreens have a strong central branch leader, which requires little pruning except to control plant height, increase the density of branching, or to shear into special shapes.
Creating a Moonlight Garden
Gardeners who look forward to enjoying their landscapes during warm summer nights should consider creating a moonlight garden that extends the experience late into the evening.
What’s in a name? Non-native species not the same as invasives
Once introduced, invasive species spread quickly and aggressively, often because they don’t have natural predators. They then compete with native species for resources.
My Tree was Struck by Lightning. What do I Do?
Across the world, lightning strikes millions of times per day. Each bright bolt poses a threat to nearby trees, and sometimes our treasured plants suffer well after a storm has passed.
Adding to Winter’s Beauty in Your Garden
We all strive for a landscape that looks beautiful when the weather is warm and the flowers are blooming, but we can’t forget that landscaping exists year-round.
How to bring an office plant back to life
As employees return to in-person work over the next few months, they might find themselves facing a similar situation with neglected office plants. There are a few things to try before tossing them and starting over.
