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Fall Planting and Hemlock Information

Posted on March 5, 2021.

Written by Genevieve Coombs

Fall planting time is upon us once again! The weather is cooler, soil is staying moist longer, and it’s a great time to get new plants established before winter. Perennials, shrubs, and trees planted in the fall have an advantage because they are able to start growing as soon as they wake up in the […]


Why Plant Trees & Shrubs at All? Environmental and $$$ Benefits of Fall Planting

Posted on November 9, 2011.

Written by Courtesy of our Brand Partner, Pennsylvania Pride

Plant trees and shrubs first! They are the most valuable plants in the landscape because they are the most useful. They are energy savers, air conditioners, and wildlife havens! Shade trees can reduce your heating/cooling costs by 10-50%! In one year an average tree produces enough oxygen for a family of four, for one year. […]


October Garden Checklist

Posted on October 4, 2011.

Written by Genevieve Coombs

Fall is well in hand. Nights are cool, some days are foggy and rainier than we usually appreciate, but it’s still gardening season! Autumn sunny days are some of the most comfortable to work in; it’s easy to spread mulch and compost without working up too much of a sweat, and weeds pull so easily […]

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September Garden Checklist

Posted on September 2, 2011.

Written by Genevieve Coombs

Fall is in the air! Cool mornings give way to hot days, and return to wonderful sleeping weather at night. The bugs and mosquitoes have left for the most part, breezes are steady and calming, and foliage is just starting to show a little bit of color. Apples are ready for picking, right on the […]

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Live Christmas Trees: What you Need to Know

Posted on December 3, 2010.

Written by Genevieve Coombs

A fragrant evergreen tree inside one’s home is one of the most beloved and recognizable Christmas traditions. Twinkling lights and shining ornaments bring festivity and merriment to dark cold December days. For those that don’t want to deal with fallen needles or just can’t bear the thought of cutting down a beautiful tree, bringing a […]


Fall Color – More than Just Red & Yellow

Posted on October 15, 2010.

Written by Genevieve Coombs

Peak leaf-peeping season is here! The forests are dressed in their finest autumn shades of red, orange, gold, and yellow, with some evergreens here and there for a bit of contrast. In the autumn garden, there are several trees and shrubs that turn shades of deep burgundy and purple, adding a velvety accent to the […]


Bounty from the Backyard – Growing Blueberries

Posted on July 23, 2010.

Written by Genevieve Coombs

What says summer better than a bowl of perfect, round, blue fruits sitting on the tabletop or counter? Blueberries are one of the most rewarding plants one can plant in the garden, because they offer so much – multi-seasonal interest, habitat and food for all sorts of insects and animals, and a sweet treat for […]


July Garden Checklist

Posted on July 9, 2010.

Written by Genevieve Coombs

July is here, and summer has certainly arrived in full force with the hot temperatures and humidity. Your garden is in full production mode; flowers and hopefully small green produce on your vegetable plants, flowers and shrubs blooming like crazy, and it is a delight to be outside in the garden, as long as there’s […]

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August Garden Checklist

Posted on July 6, 2010.

Written by Genevieve Coombs

The Dog Days of Summer are here! So named because Sirius, the dog star, is high in the sky, but ask any canine running around, tongue lolling, and they may disagree with you… The August garden is just reaching peak as we enter late summer, and there are still a few months of enjoyment we […]

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In Focus – True Blue Flowers

Posted on July 2, 2010.

Written by Genevieve Coombs

July 4th weekend is here, and what better way to celebrate the ol’ red, white and blue, than by talking about some true blue flowers? Blue is an extremely rare color in the plant kingdom, and finding true blue blossoms is a task to be undertaken with dedication, and the rewards are great. It is […]


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