When you look at your landscape is it nicely arranged with all the plants in proportion? Or do you see a few plants that have grown out of hand and have started their quest for world domination in your yard? If it is the 2nd, it is likely some of those that have grown a little too well are cane type shrubs. … [Read more...]
Two plants with red winter stem color
Winter officially begins on December 21st. Ugh, now I am depressed!. Gray, dull, and dark are the words that often come to mind when describing the winter landscape we live in here in the Midwest. Well at least after the holidays are over and the Christmas lights are all taken down (except for that one neighbor that leaves them up till Labor day (you know who you are!). … [Read more...]