When it comes to palms we need to be aware what a healthy, properly pruned palm looks like. Contrary to popular belief, this picture is not a properly pruned palm tree. It is unattractive and is weaker than a full canopied palm tree. A properly pruned and fertilized palm as in this picture, should have […]
Lush, deep green leaves cover this ornamental evergreen tree year-round. It is an excellent tree to use as a large screening plant, a standalone specimen or as a large accent tree to anchor and soften corners. Small, white flowers appear in the Spring among the foliage and we are extremely fragrant when in abundance. Flowers […]
Foundation ‘Core’ Plants There are many varieties of plants that are cold hardy that can provide the foundation of your landscape. These plants will look good whether it is January or June. Make use of shrubbery with different color foliage, variegated foliage or texture to create interest in your garden. Some suggestions are Viburnum Suspensum, […]
Attracting Pollinators If you wish to attract pollinators to your garden then consider planting flowering plants and trees that have nutrient rich nectar and pollen. Even a small corner filled with nectar rich flowers such as Salvia, Coreopsis, Porter Weed, Texas Sage, Pentas or Firebush will bring in pollinators. This will bring in butterflies, hummingbirds, […]
Birds Want to attract birds to your garden? Adding larger shrubbery or trees to provide cover and nesting areas will help. Food sources such as hollies, Cherry Laurel, Japanese Blueberry (Eleocarpus), Ligustrum or Eleagnus will also attract birds. Add in a bird bath with some cover close by for the birds to duck into and […]
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