Pruning and Maintenance of Rose Bushes
General Care: Mulch to conserve moisture and reduce weeds. Water 1 inch per week from spring until after harvest. Roses are heavy feeders. Spring: Fertilize with a slow release, balanced […]
General Pruning Tips
When to Prune The best time to prune most woody plants is during the cold season when they are dormant. If circumstances force you to prune later in the season […]
Three Invasive Species to Avoid When Planning your Garden
Scientific Name: Lythrum salicaria L. Common Name: Purple Loosestrife Family: Lythraceae (Loosestrife) Type of Plant: Herbaceous Perennial Usage: Ornamental Identifying Characteristics: Stems & roots: Stout plant, erect (24-48in); 4 angled […]
Erosion Solutions From Heavy Rain
Question: Can you slow water runoff at the top of a slope? Master Gardener Carolyn Langdon advises you to build a small rain garden at the top of your slope. […]
PLANTING GARLIC ‘Here in the Haliburton Highlands’
Keep it simple…follow some basic steps…let them sleep…greet them in the spring! Plant between Thanksgiving and mid-November here in the Highlands Our growing season is not long and therefore by […]