Question: I’m not sure when I should fertilize my shrubs and trees. I used to think that spring was the best time, but I see people fertilizing in summer, and recently I was told that fall is the best time. … Read Article
Author Archives: Beth Williams
‘Northwind’ Switchgrass
Virtues: We love ‘Northwind’ switchgrass SO much it has made our list for a second time. It has a great fall and winter interest thanks to its bright off-season foliage and fluffy seed heads. It is tall and narrow, perfect as … Read Article
Planting Balled-and-Burlapped Trees
Consider this information from Decoding Garden Advice by Jeff Gillman and Meleah Maynard to determine if you should remove twine, burlap and wire from a balled-and-burlapped tree or shrub before planting.
Spring Bulbs for Your Lawn
Question: I would like to add some spring-blooming bulbs to my lawn this fall. What kinds will naturalize well?
Pink Turtlehead
Virtues: We love Pink Turtlehead for its bearded pink to deep rose flowers that bloom from late summer through mid-fall. Its glossy, saw-toothed edged leaves add character.
Fertilizer Usage and Storage
Question: I found some old fertilizer in a bag. It has turned into concretelike lumps. Can I still use it?
How to Reduce Worm Castings In Your Lawn
The following post is excerpted from the May/June 2005 issue of Horticulture. Question: I’m having a bad problem with worm castings in my lawn. The turf is turning a lumpy, muddy mess. What can I do?
Define Your Garden with Edgings
Excerpted from The Flower Gardener’s Bible by Lewis and Nancy Hill (Timber Press, 2003). An edging defines exactly what is garden and what is not, and it gives the bed a finished appearance, often making the difference between a fine … Read Article
‘Pazazz Tangerine’ moss rose
Virtues: We love ‘Pazazz Tangerine’ for its stunning tropical orange blossoms. A new portulaca in the Pazazz series, ‘Tangerine’ is daylight sensitive, drought tolerant and deer resistant. It is an eye-popping choice for your spill component in containers or bordering … Read Article