All trees can be damaged by heavy, wet snow when still in full leaf. Trees that grow quickly, such as poplars, elms and willows, with deep v-shaped crotches also tend […]
Category: Seasonal Tips
Prune in late winter, early spring for a healthy tree
While light pruning can be done any time of year, late winter and early spring are an excellent time for full-tree pruning. Prune before the tree has begun setting leaves […]
Plant a kitchen herb garden
Whether indoors or out, a fresh culinary delight can be found in a kitchen herb garden. It’s easy to do, and a beautiful, edible addition to any garden, patio or […]
Ways to Incorporate Vertical Space
By Alex Tisthammer Perhaps you are a gardener with a small yard or a collector who is a little plant crazy, but regardless, you know that space is valuable and you want to […]
Starting Vegetables from Seed Indoors
By Laurel Aiello With spring right around the corner, many of us have been busting out our seed packets and getting to work. March is a great time to plant […]
Caring for your lawn
The recommended height for blue grass lawns is 2 ½”-3″. Mow frequently so that no more than 1/3 of the grass height is removed during a single mowing. With this […]
Start seeds now for strong, healthy plants
The winter months are an excellent time to get a head start on your garden! Seeds are a wonderful and cost-effective way to try new varieties of vegetables. After choosing your […]
Summer pruning & deadheading
- Season: Summer
All trees can be pruned year-round, but most trees do best if pruned in the early spring or late fall. Specific trees, like maple, birch and walnut trees, can be pruned […]
Seed planting for fall crops
- Season: Summer
As we reach the mid-point of summer, it is time to start planning ahead and planting seeds for fall vegetable crops like cauliflower, broccoli, lettuce, cabbage, kale, carrots and brussels […]
Yellowing leaves may mean iron deficiency
- Season: Summer
Do some of your plants look like they need a pick-me-up? Iron supplements can correct chlorotic plants. Symptoms include a general yellowing on all or just part of the plant, […]