Something I often think about is how to get as much as possible out of a garden space. I keep my eye out for multi-purpose planting choices, and like to include multi-purpose items. A fantastic way to add a colorful and textural interest to a garden space is to use an eye-catching shrub as a garden accent, which will give [...]
Watering in the Heat It's important to keep your trees and shrubs properly watered in extreme heat, especially if rain storms aren't rolling through your area. Heat waves cause damage, so take the time now to give your trees and shrubs a healthy life for years to come. Birch trees and other trees native to [...]
Mid-November Changes for Spring Adding trees, bushes and bulbs will create changes to add big excitement to your Spring garden. For a less expensive garden adventure, think about rearranging and replanting some existing shrubs. If you're planning on getting your bulbs in this weekend, before digging, decide on your planting scheme by laying bulbs on top of the ground where you want them to grow. Irregular patterns will create [...]
August Color for Your Garden Nothing can ruin a garden experience faster than the August heat and a potential lack of water for your plantings and containers. It's easy to forget how often to water in the August heat. Plan now for August, the toughest summer month on your garden. It's also a great time to take a closer [...]
