by Jessica Salvador | Jul 29, 2013 | Gardening Vancouver, Hedge installation
Summer Planting Instructions for Plants Grown in Containers – Trees, Shrubs and Groundcovers Once you get your new plants home: Un-tie branches on large shrubs or hedge plants and stand up. This will prevent sun scalding on the underside of leaves and needles. Plant...
by Jessica Salvador | Jul 19, 2013 | Gardening Vancouver, Landscaping Vancouver
Discover this year’s selection of gorgeous bulbs for your garden! Spring flowering bulbs are available for order now. These will be planted in Fall 2013, for a spectacular show in the spring of 2014. We have pre-selected bulbs we love, have grown in the past and...
by Jessica Salvador | Jul 11, 2013 | Gardening Vancouver, Hedge installation, Hedge Trimming
Have you had a new hedge planted recently, in the past year? This is the time to set your hedge straight with proper care. In this article we will cover hedge trimming, watering, fertilization and common mistakes homeowners make after a hedge has been planted. If your...
by Jessica Salvador | Jun 14, 2013 | Gardening Vancouver, Landscaping Vancouver
Did you know: on the hottest summer days, as much as two billion litres of water are used in Metro Vancouver! NOTE: These restrictions apply only to the use of treated drinking water. Using rain water, gray water, or any forms of recycled water are not restricted. You...
by Jessica Salvador | Jun 14, 2013 | Gardening Vancouver
Q: Why prune trees in summer? A: To control growth, as well as to maintain size and shape. Pruning while the sap is not flowing heavily in maple, birch and elm means that cuts will heal without draining the tree of its vital sap. Q: Which trees should be pruned in...
by Jessica Salvador | Apr 30, 2013 | Garden Clean Up, Gardening Vancouver
Finalize your annual plant display. Ordering and buying of plants takes place in mid-to late May. Plant summer annuals. Plan on installation to take place beginning the week of May 27-31st. The Victoria Day long weekend traditionally marks the time when the...