Where can I plant arborvitae? Arborvitae, or ‘arbs’ for short, prefer to be planted in full sun areas that receive 6+ hours of sun per day. However, several varieties can thrive in partial shade areas that get 4-6 hours of sun per day. Most arborvitae varieties do not...
Is it normal for my evergreen to turn brown? Why is my evergreen (pine, spruce, juniper, arborvitae) dropping interior needles? Should I be worried? No, it is perfectly “normal” for newly planted and established evergreens to drop interior needles in the...
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...
Sweet-smelling spruce, pine, cedar and yew—and all of the wonders of the evergreen world—have many gifts to offer. Oak, maple, and elm often take the spotlight in summer, but when the deciduous leaves blow away in the fall, suddenly, the conifers take center stage. If...
The trees in our landscapes provide the frame for everything else in our yards, and the backdrop it creates doesn’t end after summer. Deciduous trees, in particular, add beautiful fall interest as most varieties turn vibrant shades of red, orange, and yellow. As...
There are many fast growing trees and shrubs. Because these plants have serious longevity in your garden, finding the right one for you is worth the research. For example, you may want to: create privacy add multi-season interest to your garden or support local...
