Climate change, also known as global warming, is the rise in average surface temperatures on Earth. Although greenhouse gases and carbon dioxide are naturally present in the atmosphere, its presence is rapidly increased by human activities such […]
Mushrooms are fascinating organisms and they are essential to the ecosystem, but if you find one growing on a living tree, you probably have a challenge on your hands. Mushrooms are late-warning signs that a tree is unwell. This means […]
Late autumn is often a sleepy time. We start layering in cozy sweaters and vests and begin the ritual of putting our garden to bed, getting it ready for a long winter nap. We may be sad to […]
Thanksgiving is a wonderful time to spruce up your outdoor space with decorations, including do-it-yourself wreaths. The holiday is traditionally a celebration of the harvest season, which can be reflected in your front yard decor. Use items from the outdoors, […]
When fall hits Canada and Ontario, raking leaves becomes a chore for most homeowners. Leaves with various shades of yellow, red, purple, magenta, orange, and brown carpet lawns and sidewalks. Autumn cleanup requires a lot of work. Some people even […]
There are approximately 50 days left until the Fall Equinox. It’s time to say goodbye to heat and humidity, and say hello to cold weather and cozy sweaters. August is the perfect time for tree planting. If you […]
If you want to plant a new tree that has a few years of growth ahead of it, here are some of the basic tips:
Plan where you’re going to put a young tree. […]
Though we may not always notice, trees go through incredible transitions every few months. As the seasons change, so does our canopy. Here is an overview of the transformation a tree experiences throughout the year:
Spring is […]
Homeowners may be putting away their gardening tools for the season, but despite the cold, winter is a perfect time to prune deciduous trees. During the autumn, trees shed their leaves. Without foliage, the tree’s overall shape is more visible […]
