Watering care tips
Wonderful insight for watering depending on soil type, larger trees and evergreens, potted plants, and landscape plants that will prove effective and save many headaches.
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!
Shade or ornamental — know which does what and when
Shade trees are generally 30’ or taller at maturity and enjoyed for their aesthetic presence
What’s the matter with my boxwood?
Too much water, too little water, winter damage, frozen soils, heavy soils, Boxwood Decline and most recently, Boxwood Blight. None of these by themselves are the cause of most Boxwood dieback.
Proper Mulching
Most plants benefit from an organic mulch covering the soil surface around them. A good organic mulch, such as hardwood bark mulch, conserves moisture, maintains a more even soil temperature, inhibits weed growth, and prevents soil compaction and erosion from rain and irrigation.
Avoiding Tree and Utility Conflicts
Look up and down before planting a tree. Your safety is paramount, and you want your tree to have long life without the possibility of removal or severe pruning because of obstruction of utility lines.
Proper Tree Planting
Follow these steps and you will nurture a healthy, vibrant tree that will provide years of outdoor enjoyment and sanctuary.
Pollinators
Pollinators are responsible for one-out-of-every-three bites of food we take each day, yet pollinators are at a critical survival point. Increasing the number of pollinator-friendly gardens and landscapes help revive the health of bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.
Seasonal Gardening Tips
Gardening doesn’t need to be a fair weather friend. Seasonal garden plans keep you actively gardening literally every day of the year if you desire and guide your activities so your garden continues to look its best all year.
