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  • Here's a Gold Nugget for You!

    It seems like gold has had the attention of the world almost since the beginning of it's creation. The color of gold is often considered warm, like the gold flames of a fire. It is most prized in jewelry and to award someone for a job well done. In the garden, it can have the same effect. May I suggest...
    Posted to Featured Plants (Weblog) by patti-nhn on 09-22-2008

  • Tree Wrapping For Frost Protection

    Trees can be injured by the frost, even if they have been in the ground for a couple of seasons. This is especially true for trees that are less than 5 years old. We all know that tree wrap is one way to protect young bark from pests like rabbits and deer, but tree wrap is also a good idea when the temperatures...
    Posted to Common Questions Answered (Weblog) by bryan-nhn on 03-05-2008

  • String Trimmers Can Get Rid Of More Then Weeds

    Spring is coming and it won't be long until lawn mowers are roaring and yard work will begin. One issue that often comes up is the damage to trees and plants caused by string trimmers (a.k.a weed whackers, weed whippers, weed eaters, etc.). You may want to keep a few things in mind when it comes...
    Posted to Common Questions Answered (Weblog) by bryan-nhn on 02-23-2008

  • Beauty Bush-A bush by any other name...

    How can you resist a bush that is named "beauty"? The Beauty Bush - Kolkwitzia amabilis is tall, about 6-8 feet. It's arching shape is like an upright vase. It's sometimes even referred to as a fountain shape. The soft pink spring flowers are very dainty looking and bell shaped. They...
    Posted to Featured Plants (Weblog) by patti-nhn on 02-23-2008

  • Protecting Tree Bark

    There are many questions that are asked in regards to trees and the protection of their bark. What will and will not damage a tree is largely based on the age of the tree. One specific question is whether or not putting nails in a tree will damage it. This could be a problem for younger trees. Depending...
    Posted to Common Questions Answered (Weblog) by bryan-nhn on 01-30-2008

  • The Advantages of Mulch

    People often use mulch in their garden, but often have questions on how to use it and what the advantages are. First of all, there are generally two types of mulch; organic and inorganic. Examples of organic mulches would be leaves, grass clippings, or tree bark chips. Inorganic mulches include river...
    Posted to Common Questions Answered (Weblog) by bryan-nhn on 01-27-2008

  • To Wrap a Tree or Not To Wrap

    Tree wrap can be a good addition to your new, young trees. Especially if you are in an area where there are rabbits, squirrels, mice, deer or even woodchucks. They just love to nibble on the tender fresh trees. Unfortunately, that nibbling can cause lots of damage. Therefore, trunk wrap has come into...
    Posted to Common Questions Answered (Weblog) by patti-nhn on 01-21-2008
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