May 30th, 2009 A few observations: The spring bulbs are all but done, replaced by irises, dames rocket, lily of the valley, aquilegia and bleeding hearts. The old fashioned roses have begun to send out a few brave blossoms to test the waters. It will not be long before the rest of the rose buds follow. [...]
March 13th, 2009 We’ve all seen them – shrubs that grow against a house, twisting the plant into a grotesque monster that hides windows and damages siding. Often, people only consider the mature height of a shrub or tree when the mature width should also be considered. Plant shrubs far enough away from building foundations to allow [...]
February 19th, 2009 Spring is just around the corner! Time to spend a few moments thinking about your gardens and what changes are to be made. Not sure? Here are a few points to help you get started. Are there any overgrown shrubs that need to be removed or cut back? For example, that huge juniper [...]
