Usually when you reach for a vinegar, it’s to dress a salad… but there are so many other avenues of brilliant culinary uses for balsamics! In this blog we’re going to lightly explore ten different ways to use balsamic vinegar in the foods & drinks that can be...
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Choosing the perfect tree shape!
Choosing the perfect tree shape! Trees have many different growth habits, shapes & sizes. Here’s 6 of the most common tree shapes & some information that may help you decide which would fit the best in your landscape! Round: Great shade trees because of their...
Ten forever favorite landscape shrubs!
Here’s a look at 10 forever favorite landscape shrubs! Start researching & deciding which plants to add to your landscape this year! The time is NOW! This warm weather is getting us excited for P L A N T S !!! 1. Wine & Roses Weigela: The standard for...
Fall is for Planting!
Fall is an ideal time to plant most types of perennials, shrubs & trees! During the Fall, the relatively warm soil and cool air help the plant’s roots get established more quickly without putting too much stress on the plant. Since the roots are the foundation of...
Autumn Interest
It sure has been a hot and humid summer. It’s a fact, sad but true though, that summer is winding down. The season of extended days never seems long enough, but it’s time for gardeners everywhere to reap what they have sown and enjoy the beauty of AUTUMN! For a quick...
Let’s talk about Wilt-Pruf!
Let’s talk about Wilt Pruf! Wilt-Pruf is an anti-transpirant spray… what is that?! An anti-transpirant is a spray that provides a protective waxy coating to reduce water loss from a plant’s foliage. Transpiration refers to the exhalation of water vapor from a plant,...
Three easy tasks to Winter-prep your Shrubs & Evergreens!
Winter naturally does some good work taking care of our plants without our help. The steady drop in temperature helps our plants go dormant and any lasting snowfall insulates plants against freezing temperatures & icy winds. However, there are a few simple...
How & When to Plant Bulbs
HOW & WHEN TO PLANT BULBS! Bulbs are precious little bundles of flower power that make us wait weeks, sometimes months, for results — but boy, are they worth it!! The term “bulb” refers not only to true bulbs, but also plants with tuberous roots, tubers, corms,...
How to force branches!
Forcing Branches A beautiful vase of flowers is a perfect remedy for chasing away the late winter blues, when all we really want is to see is the light of spring at the end of winter’s tunnel! Bring a bit of spring indoors by gathering branches of flowering trees and...
Everything important you need to know for SEED STARTING!
Everything important you need to know about seed starting! SOIL : The best soil to use for seed starting in light & fine so young roots can easily grow & push through the soil. It is best if the soil mix you choose contains sphagnum peat moss for...