If you’re anything like us, you love spending time outdoors in the sunshine and enjoying your garden – and you know what’s even better? Having something special in your garden that no one else can boast about. That’s why today, we’re sharing our step-by-step guide to planting a banana tree in your garden. Yes, you… Continue reading Plant a Banana Tree in Your Garden: A Step-by-Step Guide

You may have mastered gardening in the warm sunshine, but your foray into indoor plants has you feeling daunted. After all, you’re used to terracotta pots, fertile soil, and blooming wonders — and you don’t want to make a mistake. Fear not: We’ve spent countless hours researching, mixing and replanting to bring you an authoritative… Continue reading How to Make Soil Mix for Indoor Plants – A Step-by-Step Guide

With the arrival of fall, many of us are looking forward to cooler temperatures and trees that have changed colors and dropped some leaves. But there’s an important tree maintenance skill you’ll need to learn before the end of autumn if you don’t want your trees to grow too tall: pruning. Pruning, the process of… Continue reading How to Keep a Tree from Growing Too Tall: Pruning Tips & Techniques

It’s been said that planting a tree is one of the most meaningful gifts you can give. We’ve all heard the proverb: “the best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago; the second-best time to plant a tree is now.” But what exactly are the benefits of planting a tree and why is… Continue reading Plant a Tree: The Benefits to the Environment and You

Did you know that trees are essential for sustaining life in towns and cities? Not only do they provide natural beauty and greenery, but they also give a benefit to residents by restoring balance to local ecosystems and reducing air pollution, flood damage, and other health risks associated with urban living. Unfortunately, many urban areas… Continue reading Planting Trees in Urban Areas: The Most Common Trees to Plant

If you’ve ever removed a tree from your property, you know that it can have a drastic impact on the natural aesthetic of your outdoor space. Not only does removing or trimming a tree usually involve a great deal of energy and effort, but the sight can sometimes make you sad, knowing that nature has… Continue reading Planting a Tree Where One Was Removed: What You Need to Know

Ah, the season of winter — a beautiful time of the year filled with snow, hot cocoa, and, of course, planting trees! While planting trees in the winter may seem counter-intuitive to some, winter can actually be the perfect time to get your tree planting projects underway. Before you start gathering the supplies and begin… Continue reading Planting Trees in Winter: What You Need to Know

With summer coming to an end and the holidays soon upon us, it’s time to turn our attention to the changing of the seasons and the necessary preparations that come along with them. One of the most important yet overlooked changes is the re-planting of trees. With the right know-how and a few tips, planting… Continue reading Planting Trees in the Fall: What You Need to Know

As we edge ever closer to summer – the days longer, the sun hotter – the pressure is on to make sure we give our gardens the necessary TLC to make them flourish in the longer days. Planting trees in the summertime is a popular activity across many households as homeowners look to build outdoor… Continue reading Planting Trees in Summer: What You Need to Know

Oh, planting trees! What an incredibly meaningful activity that has a positive impact on practically every one of us. From providing food and shelter for wildlife to mitigating climate change, planting trees is beneficial for the planet and our future. But, planting trees isn’t as easy as it seems and there are many considerations you… Continue reading Planting Trees Anywhere: What You Need to Know