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Why You Should Plant a Live Christmas Tree Instead of Purchasing a Cut Tree

IFor those who celebrate Christmas, a Christmas tree is a special part of the holiday celebration. Many people have fond memories of opening gifts, singing carols or just gathering around the tree with family and friends to celebrate the holiday. Choosing a live Christmas tree is becoming more popular as more people are becoming aware of the benefits of a live tree versus one that is cut. A live Christmas tree can add more fun, memories, and joy to your Christmas celebrations.

December 1, 2016 Leave a commentBlog, Gardening, GreenscapeBy kelly

Plants to Prune in the Winter and the Value of Getting it Done NOW

Each year as winter rolls around, the minds of avid gardeners turn to pruning. It can be worrisome but never fear! Botched pruning jobs will grow back and you will have learned a lesson in the process. There are a few tips every gardener should know to get the job done right and to thoroughly prepare his or her garden for the winter season.

November 22, 2016 Leave a commentBlog, Gardening, Greenscape, LandscapeBy kelly

The Pros and Cons of Leaf Removal in the Fall and Winter

Raking or blowing the leaves in the fall is a job that many homeowners simply take for granted. However, some experts believe that cleaning up all those leaves that have fallen on the lawn isn’t necessary or even such a good idea. Here are pros and cons for raking up fallen leaves:

October 11, 2016 Leave a commentBlog, Gardening, LandscapeBy kelly

How to Protect Plants that Get Covered in Snow

Winter is wonderful, but not when it freezes the plants that you’ve spent all year cultivating and nurturing. During the winter months, your plants require some extra care, attention, and maintenance to keep them alive to see spring. Before you start getting out the tools in the tool shed, it’s best to go over what…

January 21, 2016 Leave a commentBlog, Gardening, GreenscapeBy kelly

What and What NOT to Prune During the Winter Months in DC

As the leaves fall and winter approaches, there comes the time when winter pruning is required to ensure that your plants, shrubs, and trees are able to blossom at their peak when spring and summer come along. Generally speaking, the best time to plan for your pruning is 1-2 months before spring. This is usually…

December 16, 2015 Leave a commentGardening, Greenscape, LandscapeBy kelly

Tips on Maintaining Your Edible Garden

An edible garden is a great way to save on groceries and to develop your own stash of homegrown organic fruits and vegetables. Once you’ve grown your garden though, you may be wondering about the next step – how to maintain your edible garden. Fortunately, maintenance is fairly easy. You just need to develop a…

November 12, 2015 1 CommentBlog, Gardening, GreenscapeBy kelly

Maintaining Your Lawn before the Winter Cold

The cold winter months are quickly approaching. As the winter months draw near, many wrongly assume that lawn care isn’t necessary – that the lawn will just take care of itself. Unfortunately, your lawn can suffer from severe damage from the cold. As a result, it is necessary to implement a number of lawn care…

November 6, 2015 Leave a commentBlog, Gardening, Greenscape, LandscapeBy kelly

Cute Chipmunks Damage Landscape and Plants

SOLUTIONS TO HELP CHIP, DALE AND CRONIES FIND A NEW HOME Eastern Chipmunks are generally solitary except during courtship or when rearing young. Chipmunks, while cute and fun to watch, can cause damage to your landscape and plants. Chipmunks are ground dwellers. They are active during the day and move around cautiously and tentatively at…

June 23, 2015 16 CommentsBlog, Gardening, LandscapeBy Miles Campbell

Why didn’t we think of this sooner?! Kale and Brussels Sprouts

KALETTES: A new Non-GMO vegetable developed through traditional hybridization! Kale + Brussels Sprouts = Kalettes. Information below as reported at: http://kalettes.com/about-kalettes.aspx Kalettes are a brand new vegetable that are a fresh fusion of sweet and nutty. Not only do they have great flavor but Kalettes are also incredibly versatile and can be cooked in a…

June 23, 2015 5 CommentsBlog, GardeningBy Miles Campbell

Connect with Nature

Each and every spring a surge of energy runs through our bodies and awakens our senses. We are grateful to once again be able to indulge our senses with the happy colors and lovely scents offered during the spring season. We encourage all of our patrons to take the time to appreciate and connect with…

June 23, 2015 1 CommentBlog, Gardening, Greenscape, LandscapeBy Miles Campbell

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