Archive for the 'Trees' Category

The Basics of Planting Garden Trees

Sunday, December 21st, 2008

Trees are the focal points of gardens. There’s a lot of info here about trees, but here is a quickie guide to the basics. Make sure you have a tree that will suit the garden. Consider the shape, the blossoms (or even if you want blossoms) and the color of the leaves in fall. And [...]

Trees, Shrubs and Vines in Planters

Tuesday, August 12th, 2008

Trees, shrubs, and vines are basic plants for the container garden. They provide height and background, accent, and shade. Since nurserymen and garden centers offer them in bushel baskets, large tin cans or simply balled and burlapped, they are easily planted in permanent containers. Growing trees and shrubs in tubs and boxes is a widespread [...]