Landscaping & Yard Care Archives - my Garden and Greenhouse

July 19, 20250

10 High Impact Tulips for Your Garden

Big, bold and beautiful, dazzling tulips are sure to brighten your gardens and neighborhood. Include a few or all ten to create a colorful display th

July 16, 20250

Bananas are a versatile plant in any landscape and can add a lush, tropical look to any area. Although everyone knows the fruit, few people have

July 13, 20250

Last winter on a snowy February evening, my husband and I drove home from a meeting of the Clean Air committee in a neighboring town. It prompted

July 1, 20250

There are many different types of trellises on the market today: wood, metal, plastic, fan-shaped, obelisk, etc. A trip to any garden supply stor

May 27, 20250

In an era of increasing water scarcity homeowners and landscape designers are turning to xeriscaping as a sustainable alternative to traditional

April 14, 20250

Weeds are an inevitable part of gardening and agriculture, competing with desired plants for nutrients, water, and sunlight. While chemical herbi

April 5, 20250

Leaf mulch helps conserve moisture and reduces the risk of erosion. Too much or not enough water and never when your garden needs it. This is a co

March 23, 20250

Crimson Pygmy Barberry (berberis thunbergii autropurpurea nana) is a great, low maintenance landscape plant, with beautiful red leaves that turn

March 18, 20250

Trees are a crucial part of our ecosystem, providing shade, oxygen, and aesthetic beauty. However, their health is deeply tied to the condition of th

January 26, 20250

Crazy right? Gardening in the dead of winter, even if you live in a cold, northern state? It’s not crazy and there are actually thing