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To draw a visitor’s attention to…

Posted by plantsman On December - 14 - 2009

a particular area of the garden, consider using shrubs with contrasting colors or textures.

Perennial gardens…

Posted by plantsman On December - 12 - 2009

prefer lighter mulches, such as buckwheat hulls, rather than heavier pine or hemlock bark mulches.

Improperly placed plants,…

Posted by plantsman On December - 11 - 2009

such as those planted too close to walkway, may require frequent pruning resulting in a misshaped tree or shrub.

When mulching your shrub beds, avoid…

Posted by plantsman On December - 10 - 2009

piling the mulch up against the trunks of your trees and shrubs as this can encouagre insect and disease problems.

Full sun gardens require…

Posted by plantsman On December - 9 - 2009

at least 8 hours of sun each day. Gardens which recieve between 4 and 6 hours of sun are considered part shade. Shade gardens generally recieve less rthan 4 hours.

Grass clippings, coffee grounds and leaves…

Posted by plantsman On December - 8 - 2009

are ideal additions to a compost pile.

Divide perennials…

Posted by plantsman On December - 7 - 2009

during late in the day, when it is cooler, to reduce stress and replant then as soon as possible.

Rotate vegetable crops…

Posted by plantsman On December - 6 - 2009

each season to help reduce pest problems.

Native species of trees and shrubs…

Posted by plantsman On December - 5 - 2009

grow naturally in your climate and are less susceptible to extreme environmental conditions such as particularly harsh winters.

When cutting flowers…

Posted by plantsman On December - 2 - 2009

for indoor use, do so in the early morning for best results.