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Mulch Fungus

August 21, 2013

We recently had an inquiry about this fungus growing on mulch. This particular fungus is a mold feeding on the biodegrading material.  It happens with dark natural
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Plant of the Week – Dawn Redwood

August 19, 2013

The Dawn Redwood tree has been referred to as a living fossil.  The tree was only known by fossil records until 1943 when it was rediscovered in China.  Fossil
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Plant of the Week – Goat’s Beard

July 30, 2013

Now here's an interesting plant!  It looks like a giant Astilbe, and also requires similar conditions.  It is a dense, bushy clump of lacy foliage that grows well
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Plant of the Week – Heptacodium micinoides

July 26, 2013

Heptacodium micinoides -  This unique large shrub blooms in the fall!  The white flowers are fragrant, and it has an almost tropical look to it. This shrub
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Plant of the Week – Forest Pansy Redbud

July 22, 2013

This striking tree is a cultivar of the native Cercis canadensis (Eastern Redbud).  Forest Pansy has deep purple foliage when it leafs out in the spring.  The
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Plant of the Week – Pennisetum ‘Karley Rose’

July 15, 2013

Here is a unique grass that has a pink bloom that fades to gold as the season wears on.  This variety reaches about 2 1/2 to 3' tall and wide and prefers full sun. 
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Plant of the Week – Bottlebrush Buckeye

July 10, 2013

Bottlebrush Buckeye There are few summer blooming shrubs that can compare to Aesculus parviflora!  This is the latin name for the  bottlebrush buckeye.  This
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How Often Should I Water My Plants Once the Dry Season Starts?

July 9, 2013

Unfortunately, the correct answer isn’t as easy or hard as you might think.  Here are a few things to think about to help you decide. What type of soil do
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Plant of the Week – Baptisia australis

June 24, 2013

Baptisia australis Baptisia is a large (3-4’ tall and wide) perennial, that graces the garden with intense blue flowers in early June.  The foliage is a soft
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Water Features Add Tranquility

June 18, 2013

From a simple bubbling rock to tiered waterfalls, we can help you have a tranquil water feature at your home.  Incorporating a water feature into your landscape
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