June is Perennial Gardening Month
Perennial gardens often bring to mind the classic cottage garden or vibrant perennial border, and rightfully so.
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.
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.
5 Best Flowering Shade Trees
Plant a flowering shade tree and your home will surely be the showcase of the neighborhood!
How to Create and Cultivate a Mini Indoor Garden in 4 Easy Steps
Terrariums are a great solution for anyone who wants to garden, but has limited space. These mini indoor gardens provide a decorative feature for home or office.
When & How to Water Your Plants
Don’t forget to water your plants! Proper watering of a newly installed plant is critical to its establishment and future growth. Though watering may seem like a simple task, proper watering is a complex subject that does not easily offer a one-size-fits-all guideline for the quantity and frequency of watering.
