Planting, Pruning, Weeding for Spring

Plant/transplant:

March is a good time to plant those new roses, hollies, fruit trees and most deciduous plants. Deciduous means "falling off at maturity" or "tending to fall off", and is typically used in reference to trees or shrubs that lose their leaves seasonally, and to the shedding of other plant structures such as petals after flowering or fruit when ripe. In a more general sense, deciduous means the dropping of a part that is no longer needed, or falling away after its purpose is finished. In plants it is the result of natural processes. 

If you are still not sure what to plant, you can always contact us and let us help you.  We are able to design and help you plan your landscaping project.  As far as transplanting existing plants from one spot to another, don't wait too late, or do it as soon as you can because many plants are already starting their spring growth.

Pruning:
 

If you need to prune trees and shrubs, the best time to do this is before growth starts. The exceptions to that rule are spring-flowering shrubs. For those, you need to wait until after they finish flowering. Spring is a good time to prune roses and ornamental grasses if they look like they need a trim.  We are happy to help out on any particular pruning questions you may have. Winter is a prime time to pay attention to your trees and shrubs. The leaves are long gone and most woody plants are dormant, making it an ideal time to give them a trim. Right here you'll find out why, what and how to prune.  For a quick guide for pruning, click here.
 

Weeding:
 

This is probably everyone’s least-favorite garden activity, and it can be backbreaking work.  Did you know we can apply a pre-emergent herbicide application to your planting and flower beds that will save you much weeding and money?  If you would like to learn more about our herbicide application, click link.
 

Adding perennials to your landscape:
 

Even if spring is still too early to plant perennials, take a look around your landscape and decide if you can brighten the place up with new plants. We can help you with designing your landscape and putting together a draft once we determine the amount of sunlight and the soil conditions affecting that part of your landscape. 

Buying perennials from nurseries that have already experience at least one full growing season is worth the additional cost as they will probably be sturdier and more likely to bloom than smaller, cheaper ones like you see the home improvement stores. The prime benefit of perennial plants is that they come back every year.  Their leaves die back as winter approaches, but with proper care, the following spring they come back.  Some plants are short-term, but old favorites like daylilies and hostas can bloom forever.

It can seem a bit overwhelming to do it all yourself. So if you need some help, let us assist you with your lawn care and gardening needs such as planting, transplanting, pruning and weeding!