We’ve had a few good days of thawing, but February is usually Boston’s snowiest month, so it’s not too late for a snow post. The good news: Snow is a great insulator for plants. We see a lot more winter kill in cold, dry winters than in heavy snow years. Hopefully, hydrangea macrophylla, container plants, [...]
Posts Tagged ‘Winter’
Winter protection for home & garden
Posted in Uncategorized, tagged Homeowner Advice, snow, Winter on February 7, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
NOFA Winter Conference, Jan. 16, 2010
Posted in Uncategorized, tagged Classes, NOFA, Organic, Winter on December 10, 2009 | 1 Comment »
Join me for Gardening in Small Spaces: Living densely has many benefits, but may come at the price of growing our own food or relaxing outdoors. Yet, we can nourish our bodies and souls using space afforded by a roof deck, patio, or small yard. Learn about small space design, edibles for containers, and vertical [...]
Harvest Day
Posted in Uncategorized, tagged Food, Planning, Seeds, Winter on November 24, 2009 | 2 Comments »
In response to the current edible-landscaping craze, we’ve planted and maintained a few vegetable gardens this year. Today, the last of the goodies came inside — a crop of carrots, radishes, and other cool-season veggies. There are still some good-looking kale, parsley, and bokchoy out there in containers, and it’s time for potted herbs to [...]
Winter Protection
Posted in Uncategorized, tagged Fall, Holidays, Homeowner Advice, maintenance, services, Winter on November 12, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
We’re doing fall clean-ups and saying our goodbyes to many of you for the year, but please remember that the work of protecting your landscape investment is not done! Now is the time for: Getting those last bulbs in so you have early spring color Wrapping or spraying anti-dessicant on evergreens (esp. rhododendrons, boxwoods, yews) [...]
Assessing Tree Hazards
Posted in Uncategorized, tagged Homeowner Advice, Trees, Winter on November 3, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
This fall, as you’re scuffing through the leaves, make sure to look up! Heavy snow loads on branches make winter the most dangerous time of year for trees. Luckily, it’s also a great time to do tree work without damaging tender perennials and lawns. We’re happy to walk your property with you to evaluate potential [...]
