The Dawn Redwood Tree - Beyond Fast Grow (Tue Jan 10th, 2006 10:54:15 PM, by Bill Hirst) I am always asked by customers what is a nice fast growing tree.
Dawn Redwoods always come to mind. It s soft needles are child
friendly and give the branches a graceful calm look. Its red
trunk is pleasing in the winter. Looking alot like a bald
cypr...
The Viburnum Blackhaw (Tue Jan 10th, 2006 10:54:15 PM, by B Hirst) Blackhaw Viburnum (V. prunifolium) The rounded, stiffly branched
habit of Blackhaw viburnum reminds you of a Hawthorn. Other
common names are Sloe, sloe-leaved viburnum, stagbush, shonny.
It can be grown as a small tree because plants attain a height
...
Viburnums - Landcape and Garden Wonders (Tue Jan 10th, 2006 10:54:15 PM, by Bill Hirst) Viburnums are plant that I can't imagine a landscpe being
without. If I had to eliminate all varieties from my gardens
except for one I would be hard pressed to decide which to keep.
All varieties of viburnums are attractive, versatile, adaptable
shru...
Arborvitae - A Multi Use Plant (Tue Jan 10th, 2006 10:54:15 PM, by B Hirst) The arborvita is a plant that has many forms, colors, and uses
that it is used in almost every type of landscape. One of its
major uses is in wind breaks and barriers. Yet it is also used
in foundation plantings or as a stand alone specimen in the
lan...
Virburnum Dentatum -Chicago Luster Viburnum (Tue Jan 10th, 2006 10:54:15 PM, by B Hirst) One of my favorite vibirnums is the plant known Virburnum
Dentatum- The Chicago Luster Viburnum. Viburnums are the most
attractive, versatile, adaptable shrubs for any landscape. They
can be used as hedges or screens and in mixed perennial and
shrub b...
Vegetable Gardening Tips (Tue Jan 10th, 2006 10:54:15 PM, by Nicky Pilkington) With the costs of living rising all the time, it may be possible
to save money and increase your family's health at the same time
by growing vegetables in your backyard.
It's a good idea to choose your favourite vegetables to grow and
plan beds for ...
Vegetable Gardening Tips At Your Backyard (Tue Jan 10th, 2006 10:54:15 PM, by George Hapgood) Would it be possible for you to grow a vegetable garden at your
backyard? Consider this option, healthy foods just within your
reach. Even your children can help and cultivate their own
vegetables. Having fun while learning is not a bad idea right?
Bu...
Benefits Of Gardening For Kids (Tue Jan 10th, 2006 10:54:15 PM, by George Hapgood) Apparently, we can see how nature is treated these days. It is a
sad thing to know that people do not pay attention so much
anymore to the environmental problems. What can we do about
this? It's as simple as starting with the children. It is good
to s...
Safe Pest Control Tips (Tue Jan 10th, 2006 10:54:15 PM, by Nicky Pilkington) Pest control must be done with utmost consideration to safety;
safety in terms of the plants, animals and humans. This holds
especially true for those with vegetable and organic gardens.
The main purpose of growing vegetables organically will be
de...
Selecting Roses For The Garden (Tue Jan 10th, 2006 10:54:15 PM, by Lee Dobbins) Roses are a favorite plant for landscaping and can be used in a
variety of ways. These beautiful flowers can make the exterior
of any home more elegant and inviting and choosing the right
ones that will compliment your landscape and add to the style of...
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