Great Landscapes start with a Great Design
The ornamental trees that should be protected with burlap in the winter are Japanese Maples, especially the ones planted this past season. The best way to protect this tender tree is to water well into the fall. After its leaves have dropped put 4 wooden stakes in the ground around the perimeter of the tree …Read more About “Protect Japanese Maples With Burlap”
As we continue to use technology in our lives more and more, I have discovered that using it in the garden is also becoming a reality and I believe it can be a huge help. The winter months are a good time to explore some gardening apps that we can use to plan for spring …Read more About “Plants Go Techy!”
“DOWN THE GARDEN PATH” RADIO SHOW… This week, Jane Paradis from the Urban Nature Store joins me once again as my guest on the show. We discuss winter back yard bird feeding and all the things we can do to prepare for the season. Jane highlights all the needs the birds have this time of …Read more About “Winter Back Yard Bird Feeding”
How to create an evergreen urn: If you need tips on how to create an evergreen urn and to make it your own, watch my video
December Gardening Tips : indoor and outdoor gardening Don’t worry if your outdoor chores are not done yet, with no snow fall in sight there is still time to get everything completed before the holidays with these easy december gardening tips: 1. It is still ok to apply fall fertilizer on your lawn. 2. Mulch …Read more About “December Gardening Tips”
Holiday Plant Gift ideas Amaryllis As far as holiday plant gift ideas go an Amaryllis Bulb is a perfect choice. The bulbs and kits can be found almost everywhere as soon as the pumpkins are out of the grocery stores and nurseries. They are one of the easiest bulbs to bring to bloom and the …Read more About “Holiday Plant Gift ideas”
Communication, Communication, Communication! I say it 3 times because when it comes to the Landscape process, 3 important groups of people are involved: the Client, Contractor and Designer. And it is very important that all 3 work together to make the project happen, whether it is a large landscape installation or a simple garden planting. …Read more About “Things You Must Know About Communication In The Landscape Process”
Here are some neat varieties of Orchids courtesy of Canadian Company Paramount Orchids Phalaenopsis: Dendrobiums: Click here and here for more on orchids and their care!
On the topic of pesticides one of the best practices is prevention. By using Dormant Spray we can prevent problems from happening and us having to worry about things throughout the growing season. Dormant Spray is an environmentally friendly preventative treatment that kills overwintering insects (such as scale and mites), insect eggs and diseases, on …Read more About “How To Safely Use Dormant Spray As An Effective Preventative Treatment”
Did you hear that the colour for 2014 is Radiant Orchid? When I heard it I originally laughed, thinking how are the interior designers going to convince us that we could use that colour in our kitchens or living rooms? But with my recent office renovation and my very grey room, I have found that …Read more About “Pretty In Pink”
