Spring Open House 2017
Spring Open House April 27th & 28th Stop in that day to register for prizes and refreshments
Why are my Hydrangeas not Blooming?
There are three possibilities for lack of flowering among the hydrangea species. The first two – too much shade and improper pruning – apply to all hydrangeas, while the other – weather-related damage to flower buds – applies primarily to the Bigleaf hydrangea. Too Much Shade While most Hydrangea species benefit from some shade, too […]
What zone are we?
York County is included in both Zone 6b and Zone 7a. To be safe when purchasing plants, use Zone 6 plant choices.
Hydrangea Color
Hydrangeas are fascinating in that, unlike most other plants, the color of their flowers can change dramatically. It would be nice if one could change the color of hydrangeas as easily as it changes in this little picture. But for most of us, it is not easy. The people who have the most control over […]
Watering guidelines
Congratulations on your new plant installation! Here is a list of some frequently asked questions that we get regarding watering your new plants. If you have further questions, feel free to give us a call or stop in. Why is watering so important? Water is one of the key common substances required by all living […]
Establishing Lawn and Turf
Every homeowner dreams of a beautiful long-lasting lawn. Care for your turf and lawn really is not that difficult once you establish what type is suitable for your location and climate. With some initial investment in time and effort, you can have a healthy, beautiful lawn. Healthy well-maintained lawns will actually crowd out weeds and […]
Product Coverage
How much mulch do I need? First you need to figure out your square footage. Multiply average length x average width. (Ex. 8’x30′ = 240 Sq. Ft.) Take the square footage and divide by 5. (One bushel covers 5 square feet at a 2? depth.) This number is the amount of bushels needed. (Ex. 240 […]
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I prune my shrubs? What is the best way to water my new landscape? Can I repair a Cuteaf Japanese Maple that split from heavy snow? What does Winter Burn on Evergreens look like? What can I plant for early spring color? How do I change the color of my hydrangeas?
Winter burn on evergreens
The ground is thawing… the snow is melting… the sun is shining… and now you can see… … My Japanese Hollies have brown patches! … My Southern Magnolias look bad! … My Leyland Cypresses look burnt! … Cherry Laurel, Yews, Junipers, Boxwoods, Rhododendrons………….. This type of damage occurs when a plant’s tissues dry out from […]
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