Trees & Shrubs

Gardening is a rollercoaster of experiences which don’t always consist of pleasant ones. Sometimes you’ve got to deal with diseases, weeds and pests to keep your garden nice and alive. A usual suspect and common pest among gardens, are aphids. These sticky insects feed on plants’ vessels and cause gradual …

Shrubs are plants that should last many years in your garden if you take care of them, give them enough water and sunlight. First thing you have to do is to dig a hole that’s at least 2 or 3 times wider than the plant itself. So, take the plant …

" Cedar Planter Box " Planter boxes offer a number of benefits that outweigh an in-ground garden. Learn how to make a planter box from cedar

If you’re wondering how to grow tomatoes, look no further as we share tips from the expert growers. Jill Vaughan of Defland Nurseries Ltd is a member of the British Tomato Growers’ Association and has shared some simple guidelines for how to grow tomatoes.

" Gardening Mistake " Whether you're planting spring flowers, bulbs, perennials, or shrubs and trees, there’s always something new to learn in the garden.

" Five Sustainable Gardening Tips " Gardens are currently being transformed into second living rooms and, for many people, are becoming the new centre of life during spare time

" Plant a Tree " There's an old gardening axiom that says the key to growing a great plant is to put a 50-cent specimen in a $5 hole. It's no lie. Get your money's worth by planting a tree correctly and caring for it while it grows.

" How to Prune Trees ? " Learn how to prune your trees the right way and at the right time of year to add beauty and longevity. Make sure you're making the right cuts in a safe and effective way.

" Dress Up Trees " Shade trees are one of the best investments you can make in your landscape. Enhance their beauty and help them stay healthy with these simple tips for making the most of the space around them.

" Trees " These common pitfalls hurt trees more than they help. Here's what to do instead. Chances are, most of the yards in your neighborhood have at least one tree. Trees are beautiful to look at

" Plants " Seasoned gardeners know that a diverse mix of plants makes for a healthy and beautiful garden. Many believe that certain plant combinations have extraordinary

" Plants " Seasoned gardeners know that a diverse mix of plants makes for a healthy and beautiful garden. Many believe that certain plant combinations have extraordinary (even mysterious) powers to help each other grow.

" How to Espalier " Espalier, the art of training a tree or shrub against a wall, is one way to enhance a courtyard wall or other exterior surface.

" Bare-Root Trees & Shrubs " Here's the scoop on getting trees and shrubs off to a healthy start in your landscape. Trees and shrubs bought by mail order are often shipped with bare roots and arrive in late winter while still dormant.