Question of the Week: Cutting Branches
Q: Is it a good idea to cut the bottom branches that touch the ground on pine and juniper trees? A: There are a couple of reasons why...
Plant of the Week: Black Tartarian
Black tartarian cherry semi-dwarf Prunus 'Black Tartarian' SD Zone 5-8 Beautiful white blossoms cover the tree in early spring, followed...
Question of the Week: Tree Roots
Q: Roots from my tree are popping out of the ground. What can I do to fix this? A: These roots can quickly become a tripping hazard. They...
Plant of the Week: Chinkapin Oak
Chinkapin Oak Quercus muehlenbergii Zone 4-7 Serrated, dark-green oak leaves with cute acorns make this tree an attractive choice when...
Transformation Tuesday: Part III - Enjoy The Summer Nights
This area had a flagstone patio and a firepit that the client wanted to save, but they didn’t like the way the railroad ties and the two...
Question of the Week: Goatheads!
Q; I have a bunch of goat heads in my yard! Is there any way to get rid of them? A: Goat heads are a puncture vine that is native to New...
Plant of the Week: Climbing Hydrangea
Climbing hydrangea Hydrangea anomala petiolaris Zone 5-9 If you're looking for a showy vine that can handle full shade to full sun and...
Transformation Tuesday: Part II - A Little TLC
The client's side yard was a blank slate of unscaped property. They wanted the area to have a flagstone patio with some plants to help...
Question of the Week: Fruitless Trees
Q: I like the way many of the fruit trees look, but I think fruit is messy and will attract ants. Can I get fruitless trees? A: Yes!...
Plant of the Week: White Shield Osage Orange
White Shield Osage Orange Maclura pomifera Zone 4 If you need a nice, fast growing, hardy tree this may be a good fit for you. Dark green...
