Reasons to Prune this Winter
Homeowners may be putting away their gardening tools for the season, but despite the cold, winter is a perfect time to prune deciduous trees. During the autumn, trees shed their leaves. Without foliage, the tree’s overall shape is more visible […]
Where to Plant a Tree on Your Property
Many homeowners plant trees to enhance the landscape of their front yard or back garden. Planting trees around the house boosts curb appeal and provides fresh air and shade. While the benefits of trees for your property cannot be underestimated, […]
When to Remove a Tree Stump
Trees add beauty to our properties. Despite the aesthetic value a dead tree may bring to a yard, there comes a time when a homeowner needs to remove the tree. Some common reasons for removal include: disease, hazard of size, […]
Best Times to Plant Trees
Deciding when to plant a tree can be tricky and knowing the right time of year to do so is a major part of any effort to grow a healthy plant. Spring or fall planting is sensible, but it is […]
How to Grow a Tree from Seed
Some gardeners and landscapers are ambitious; they want to try growing a tree from seed to full maturity. Growing a tree from seed might not […]
Using Anti-desiccants to Protect Trees from the Cold
Winter can be a tough time for plants and they run a risk of drying out. Plant roots cannot absorb water from the soil when the ground freezes and they are forced to use water stored in their leaves and […]
Your Fall Season Gardening Guide
The start of Fall is a good time prepare the garden and landscape around your home for the onset of winter. There are several things you can do to ready your garden for cold weather […]
Important Facts for Healthy Trees: Why and When to Prune
Pruning is essential to keeping trees healthy, growing well, and producing flowers and fruit. There are specific reasons to prune, and certain seasons are best for pruning.
How to Identify Three of Canada’s Most Iconic, Native Trees
Canada is a country steeped in natural beauty, with a wide variety of habitats and plant species in its geographical expanse. The country’s various trees are among the most striking examples of its national flora. Some of these […]
Proper Tree Spacing — Give Foliage Room to Grow!
Smart tree planting requires a bit of planning and understanding how your trees will grow in the coming years. If you are planning to grow trees for aesthetic reasons, as a windbreak, or to provide privacy, properly space […]