

Shrubs for Containers: 5 Tried and True Plants
Pro Tips: Plants in containers need more water than plants in the ground. Because terra-cotta is a breathable material, plants in those containers dry out even faster than those planted in plastic or ceramic pots. In general, check the soil in your containers daily to be sure it stays moist but not wet. In windy or hot conditions, plants might even need watering twice a day. Before watering, insert your finger up to the first joint in the soil to determine whether water is ne

Pest Problems: Identifying, Solving and Preventing
We all love our beautiful plants and trees, however sometimes these plants can come with unwanted visitors. Unfortunately, these unwanted visitors can be very damaging to you’re plants health and beauty. Therefore, we decided to give you a hand, here are some quick tips and tricks to identifying, solving, and preventing pests. Identifying: Photo Credit: Garden Tech -Look for: discoloration, holes in leaves, spots or marks on leaves or branches. These symptoms could mean a ser


What exactly is a low maintenance landscape?
Planning both the planting lay-out for your particular situation and the selection of plants that meet the requirements is a lot to think about and can be overwhelming for most beginners. Matching the right plant to the right place, as well as proper spacing of the plants is extremely important for the success of your plants. You can purchase rulers to help you with the spacing of plants if DIY is more your game. If you're not a "do-it-yourselfer" we have talented Landscape D


Avoid Common Mistakes: 8 Things to Consider Before Planting
Planting yourself can be a great way to save money and spend time outside in your yard. However, there are many mistakes that people make when looking for, buying, and planting plants, which leads to disappointment. Avoid the headache and follow these tips to help avoid the most common mistakes people make when planning and planting. 1. Survey the site before planting. Be sure to look at distance from any structures (house/sidwalks), the air circulation, the soil drainage, gr