there is no such thing as an average year anymore. Those extreme heat spells, ice storms, and extended dry periods are anything but normal making it challenging to select the right plants for your Oregon yard. However, atLandscape East & Westwe have sometricks of the tradeto ensure whatever...
When organic mulch breaks down, it releases important nutrients into the soil like compost would. This gives your plants a boost, but it means your mulch needs to be replaced every year or so. Inorganic mulch is good for visual appeal and will last much longer before needing to be replaced...
There is one potential hurdle to overcome when growing succulents in Columbus: freezing winters. Because these plants are native to hot, dry places like Arizona and Southern California, many species aren’t hardy enough to survive in Ohio’sUSDA hardiness zone 6a. Ohio State Universityrecommends t...
Succulents and cacti substitute for moss and shrubs that would have been found in a forest riparian zone. 15. Native Plants Near Riverbend Adds Realism Larger rocks and boulders work in a dry riverbed. Choose rocks of a similar color. Vegetation in the area around a riverbank is called the...
Millions of dollars are spent on turf along highway corridors, while native plants and wildflowers would be lower maintenance. He says the same is true of your home. “Turf is the highest maintenance you can plant in terms of mowing, watering, and fertilizing compared to trees, shrubs, and...