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During dry spells…

Posted by plantsman On November - 10 - 2009

provide your tress and shrubs with a slow and steady supply of water rather than a quick short dose.

Asters and chysanthemums…

Posted by plantsman On November - 10 - 2009

add fall color the garden.

Deciduous plants are those…

Posted by plantsman On November - 9 - 2009

trees and shrubs which lose their foliage in winter. Evergreens, as the name implies, keep their foliage year-round.

Planters and containers…

Posted by plantsman On November - 8 - 2009

are ideal for small garden spaces.

Specimen trees and shrubs should…

Posted by plantsman On November - 7 - 2009

be placed where they’ll be noticed most.

Spread compost…

Posted by plantsman On November - 6 - 2009

throughout a garden about a month before you plant.

When designing a garden…

Posted by plantsman On November - 5 - 2009

be mindful of its usage maintenance requirements and existing environment conditions such as wind and sun exposure.

When planning your garden…

Posted by plantsman On November - 4 - 2009

be sure to complete a site analysis to determine sun/shade conditions, soil quality and wind exposure.

Hydrangeas prefer…

Posted by plantsman On November - 27 - 2008

a bit of afternoon shade, especially during hot summer days.

Lilac, viburnum and summersweet are…

Posted by plantsman On November - 26 - 2008

wonderful shrubs which can add color and fragrance to the garden.