Sun Scald
Wrap the trunks of newly planted maples during the winter months to prevent sunscald. Sun-scald occurs in the winter when the sun heats the bark on the southwest side of a tree, the tissue breaks dormancy, then when the sun…
Winter Protection for Evergreens
Keep your holly, boxwood, azaleas, and euonymus looking their best this winter; spray them with Wilt Stop. During the winter, frozen ground deprives plants of their moisture intake. Wilt-stop seals the foliage to reduce the loss of moisture through the…
Winter Watering
Don't forget about your plants during the winter. If our winter weather gives us prolonged dry spells, then it's time to get out and water. Newly installed plants and lawns are especially vulnerable, as are established evergreens. To ensure that…
Winter Gardening
Just because the trees are bare and there is snow on the ground doesn't mean you have to give up on the garden. A well-planned garden provides year-round interest and visual treats. Many evergreens and hardy ornamental grasses offer nice…
Attracting Birds
Birds are often a welcome addition to the yard with their pleasant songs, bright colors, and interesting antics. Making your yard a welcoming place for them only takes a few simple steps. Putting out bird feeders is often the first…