Once the snow covers the ground and everything outside, it can begin to look dreary… especially in January after the holiday directions are taken down. But this is the time where you should begin to think about what you can do to spruce up our landscaping for next winter. Many photographers are very active [Continue]
When the harsh winds and cold temperatures from winter arrive, it doesn’t mean your garden is done for good! There’s so many ways to ensure that your plants live longer! Here’s our top ten tips! MULCH With the cold snow and ice, plants have a harder time avoiding the harsh elements. When this happens, they [Continue]
Plant seeds like poppies, cosmos and delphiniums in the fall. They will sprout and grow in the spring! (Make sure the varieties you chose are suitable for fall sowing and can grow in your area). Plant your flowering bulbs in the fall and you’ll thank yourself in the Spring! Check your local nursery for the [Continue]
Cold weather and landscaping are not an easy mix to deal with… But the forecast doesn’t have to be the end of your landscaping this winter! Mulching is super important! Be sure to mulch new and existing trees and shrubs with two or more inches of top quality shredded pine mulch to help protect the [Continue]
When hiring a commercial snow removal company, there are many different factors to consider. Although it might be easy to just call the first company you come across, you will want to ensure that you get excellent service for what you pay. Get a snow removal estimate that matches your needs. Each company offers [Continue]
Happy New Year! I trust you are having a great new year and you’ve started creating your New Year Resolutions. Why don’t you add “making your landscaping a priority” to your resolutions list? Here are some tips and to dos to take care of your landscapes and gardens. Browse through the many different seed [Continue]
Winter weather can damage or kill shrubs and trees. Winter sun, wind and cold temperatures can dry out evergreen foliage and make it turn brown and die back. It can also damage twigs and dormant buds. The weight of snow and ice may break branches. Salt used to remove ice is not good for shrubs [Continue]
When wintertime comes, the garden is usually austere and bare, consisting of little more than empty tree branches and colorless evergreen plants with no flowers. That makes for a dull, drab garden indeed. Those long months with no color can drive a gardener crazy and leave them chomping at the bit for some color by [Continue]
Frost is a thin layer of ice which forms outside when the temperature is below freezing. The ice will cover everything at ground level and any low-growing plants and shrubs. The ‘first frost date’ is the average date when frost is likely to occur in a region. To find the date for your area, [Continue]
Getting anxious to start composting again once the spring weather finally settles in? Why wait? Here are five tips for Winter Composting! (Click to Tweet) Keep it warm and insulated. You can purchase insulated tumblers for winter composting that will help keep the cold air out so the bacteria can stay active. If you [Continue]
