This week. I’m taking that one step further by talking about the best shrubs of 2020. Bushes are the backbone of any garden so I’m always excited to find out the new varieties I can use to add some more interest to my yard. This list of the best shrubs for 2020 are the ones I...
In this method the roots are gently separated from the root ball so that some are free to be covered by the local soil. This is easy to do unless the plant is heavily root bound and it is the least invasive way to treat plants. Slicing the Sides This is the most common advice. Take...
b. The object to be worked on: Those overgrown shrubs are a big job. c. Something resulting from or produced by work: I like the job they did on those shrubs. 4. An operation done to improve one's appearance, or the result of such an operation. Often used in combination: a face ...
If you can find the drain cover, remove it with a screwdriver or wrench and have a look inside. You may be able to see the blockage with your own eyes and remove it manually. Be careful when doing this, as you may be exposed to bacteria or other unpleasant substances. Wear protective ...
Unruly. Out of control. Overgrown. That’s my garden this year. But it’s still beautiful in its own wild way, and it’s hosting more beneficial insects and pollinators than ever. One of the things I love about both the natural landscape and my own garden is the constant evolution, th...
Classic round-point shovels dig holes better than any other, while the key to transplanting shrubs cleanly and efficiently is a more narrow-bladed shovel. If you need to dig a trench, spread gravel, or edge your landscaping, specialized shovels are designed to perform their respective task bette...
Tree trimming: Tree trimming is a way to help trees, shrubs and hedges grow in a healthy way. Commercial clients often trim trees to increase the property's appeal to potential clients. A more attractive property will attract more people. The goal of professionals is to remove green shoots....
Here are some easy to grow shrubs for containers that will look fantastic on patios and balconies, alike! These shrubs for containers are perfect for porches, balconies, gardens, and even indoors. Plus, they have a bushy growth, so they fill up the pot and make your home or garden look ...
Most indoor plants and container plants are grown in a soilless mix that is mostly peat moss, decomposed wood or coir. All of these function about the same way and none of them provide significant nutrients for plants. That is why the gardener needs to provide fertilizer, and the same one...
If it's not controlled and killed, the ivy vine--both true ivy (Hedera spp.) and poison ivy (Toxicodendron radicans)--can quickly take over your landscape. The vines grow quickly and often smother surrounding shrubs and plants. Homeowners can permanently