The last couple of weeks, we’ve had much cooler nighttime temperatures (ranging from the mid 50’s to low 60’s) than typical, and certainly more so than we’ve had from June through early August. While we had some rain in August, we are still woefully behind the average rainfall we’ve been used to most summers in […]
September is for seeding… grass that is! Read More »
Drought stress on a Dogwood tree. Tree and Shrub Damage from the Heat and/or Drought – Excessive heat coupled with dry conditions has greatly increased plant damage this summer, especially on newer plantings and shallow rooted plants. The high humidity levels combined with high temperatures and no rain has caused fungus damage on foliage and
Plant recovery, protection and wildlife in our yards. Read More »
When I sat down to write the June Newsletter this year we were in the midst of a significant dry spell; we were worried about how tender plants might endure the hot, dry summer ahead. Well, before that Newsletter was even delivered, the rains came. And they’ve kept coming all summer. Now we’re well ahead
Late August Planning for Lawn Success Read More »
Dormant Feeding of Trees, Shrubs, Perennials, Ground Covers, and Bulbs – Dormant feeding can be done once the majority of leaves have fallen from deciduous trees and shrubs. This occurs anywhere from mid to late October when the growing season is over for all the plants in the landscape except the lawn. Trees, shrubs and
Too Early for DORMANT Feeding of Trees, Shrubs, Perennials – September is still part of the growing season for most plants in our landscape. While they are still in their active growth stage, feeding may stimulate new growth, which will not harden off before winter. Generally, winter dormancy begins in the landscape when the larger
Landscape Tips for September, plus Animals, Insects & Birds Read More »
