Be sure to thoroughly water your lawn, garden and hanging flower baskets so they can survive periods of drought in July. You can also start planting vegetables for Fall and Winter harvest! Learn more in this guide.
Longer, hotter summers and changing climatic conditions means that many of our newly planted native forest seedlings are stressed. Should you water native forest tree seedlings to help them make it through?
Getting tree seedlings into the ground is simple: green side up, brown side down. The most important work comes beforehand with proper care and choosing a site that has lots of sunshine, good drainage and room to grow.
Selecting roses for landscape use may seem like an impossible task, but with a few key elements in mind, you can select a rose or a group of roses to complement your new or current landscape.
Barbara McMullen |
May 2007 |
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Irrigation and pest control are top priorities for gardeners in August. Some plants may also benefit from temporary shade and cover from the harsh sunlight. Learn more in this guide.
Integrated pest management uses a system of terminology to summarize common tactics and their purpose. Known as PAMS — prevention, avoidance, monitoring, suppression — the system outlines a pest management strategy.
Instructions for tree planting usually amount to three words: green side up. Yes, it's a simple process, but there are many ways to ruin a seedling's chances of growing into a healthy, towering tree.