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…
Trees for Small Spaces
Small spaces in the landscape create an extra challenge for gardeners and landscapers who want to plant a tree. Whether you're looking at a small front yard tree or a tiny ornamental by a front door, planting the correct tree…
Bulbs – when and how to plant
Spring bulbs are some of the first and brightest plants to bloom after winter. Fall bulbs such as Surprise lilies also bloom at a time when many other landscape plants are starting to look stressed and faded from the long…
Fertilizing Trees and Shrubs
Fall is one of the best times to fertilize trees and shrubs. Fertilizing trees has several benefits: more rapid growth, faster recovery from pruning, fewer problems with injuries and pests, and better fall foliage color. There are several different methods…
Winterizing Lawn
Fall is the best time to fertilize fescue lawns. During the fall, fescue grass uses fertilizer to develop a stronger root system and store energy for the following year. A lawn properly fed in the fall will be healthier and…
African Violet Care
African Violets are arguably the best houseplants for reblooming and adding color to the indoors. Plant breeders have also created lots of interesting colors, flower shapes, and even variegated leaves for this old favorite. African violets are generally forgiving if…
