Tips and ideas for landscaping your property using organic methods.
Root washing is the removal of all of the planting media from a tree or shrub’s root ball before planting it, followed by pruning out dead or damaged roots.
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Building a garden wall is something you can do yourself, but you’ll need to think carefully about techniques, materials, and costs.
Garden soil, especially in vegetable gardens, should be tested periodically. Includes a list of soil testing labs for your state.
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Organic lawn care is a way of taking care of your lawn that involves no manmade chemicals. However, basic lawn care will still be applicable.
There’s good reason that Rhododendrons are one of the most popular landscaping plants in the world. Their long life, beautiful flowers, unique, mostly evergreen foliage, beautiful shape, and ease of care make them a reliable standout in any perennial garden.
Rhododendrons: Guide to Planting, Growing, and Care Read More »
Pruning trees and shrubs can be challenging. In spring we’re anxious to tidy them up when the best thing for the plant may be to leave it alone.
When Is the Best Time to Prune Trees and Shrubs? Read More »
As days become shorter in autumn, your grass will grow slower, so your weekly routine might move to every 10 days or even 14 days.
When Should You Stop Mowing Your Lawn in the Fall? Read More »
Why is it that some tree leaves change color to red, orange and yellow and drop from trees every fall?
Replacing your lawn with ground covers, meadows, ornamental grasses and other eco-friendly alternatives has many benefits. Includes resources by state.
The history of the American lawn was driven by technology, desire for social status, and marketing. Its roots are in the estate gardens of the Middle Ages.