Lawns are such a common sight that it’s easy to forget they’re made of plants. Like all the other plants in your garden, grass benefits from extra care as it prepares to rest over the winter. Here are some ways to wind down the mowing season while setting up your lawn...
Landscaping your front yard can be something you debate about for years. Because your front yard is on display for the neighborhood, there can be some strong feelings associated with this space. We’ll provide some fall design ideas to inspire your front yard...
We often look to the mighty trees for fall color, but our shrub understories hold just as much magic. Autumn is the time both for planting shrubs and admiring their radiant hues. If you’re wondering what to plant this year, check out these bushes that blaze with...
Where do you start? Raking leaves from trees and shrubs You can use your leaves for composting in an area to add more nutrients to the soil, but if the leaves have been infected with disease or insects make sure to throw them away. If you are unsure, play it safe and...
What is happening to my Magnolia? Magnolia Scale! Are you starting to notice white spots all over your Magnolia? Are you starting to notice a sticky substance all over the plant and at the base of the plant? You are not alone; it is called magnolia scale and it is...
