Are you in a hurry for a big shade tree but you have a tough site? Consider an elm. Elms are one of the fastest growing trees we carry, and after a few years you will have a nice sized tree standing proudly in your landscape. Super tough and not picky about soil, … Continue Reading ››
Category Archives: Trees
Is it ok to plant now? Tips for fall planting.
Is it ok to plant now? Tips for fall planting.
As the season winds down, we are often asked if it’s still ok to plant trees. We have good news! It is an excellent time to plant! The cooler weather is gentler on new plantings and makes it easier to … Continue Reading ››
Dwarf Korean Lilac Tree
The Dwarf Korean Lilac is a single trunk dwarf tree. The prolific blooms are highly fragrant and a light lilac in color. This tree is a beautiful accent plant and it is smothered in stunning panicles of fragrant flowers in late spring.
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A Pleasant Cure for Stir-Crazy
These highly unusual times during which most of us are staying at home to dial down the spread of Coronavirus have resulted in most of us feeling a bit stir-crazy. For a great many of us a sure fire and pleasant cure for stir crazy is time spent getting our gardens in good … Continue Reading ››
Firefall Maple
The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum and the University of Minnesota collaborated on the hybridization and selection of Firefall Maple, which I have grown to admire over the past ten years.
My enjoyment of Firefall Maple begins with its very early swelling of chubby reddish buds. Its … Continue Reading ››