Ever wonder what your landscape would look like without trees? For starters, there would be less shade to enjoy on those hot, sunny days. Leafy trees, especially those along south and east exposures, also protect your home from the sun and help minimize electric bills...
The best time of year to prune a shrub depends on what kind of plant it is. That’s one of the many good reasons to identify the shrubs in your yard. In general, timing your pruning isn’t as complicated as many homeowners fear. Here are some general tips and words of...
Walking outside is having a moment, helping us clear our heads of coronavirus worries and breathe some fresh air.Source: Walking is the calming, restorative activity we need right now | MNN – Mother Nature Network
During the coronavirus pandemic, many people who aren’t essential workers find themselves spending a lot more time at home…There are people taking walks around the neighborhood or in any parks that are still open, eager to soak in the sun and greenery. You...
Simple question. Not a simple answer. The complexity of the answer stems from the fact that the conditions of each landscape make each situation unique. Desert-friendly landscaping obviously requires a lot less water than the lush landscapes of Florida. But even...
Every gardener has experienced it: that sinking feeling in the pit of your stomach when you discover plants which just yesterday looked lush and beautiful now looking damaged, struggling, or even dead. It’s a discouraging feeling for sure. But the only thing you can...
Applying a layer of mulch is one of the best things you can do for your trees and bedding plants. In addition to adding color and texture to a landscape, retaining moisture, suppressing weeds, and acting as an insulator, organic mulches have many natural benefits....
The most valuable part of any living, growing landscape are the trees that provide a protective border around your property, that offer shade during the “dog” days of summer, and that act as an all-season wind break. Strong, healthy trees perform countless other...
Proper tree pruning is necessary for the health of the tree, to ensure sight lines around the tree and to ensure safety.Source: Pruning Through the Life of a Tree | Love Your Landscape
