Speaker 1: Yeah. This is … It’s not super-dry, but it’s dry. It could use some water. Tom Tynan: The life of a new tree. Speaker 1: The first 12 months is critical. Tom Tynan: Big or small, when transplanting a tree to your yard, the formula for success is H2O. Speaker 1: The slower […]
Fruit trees are edible landscaping—if you choose the right ones
“If you see flowers and blooms on it, and your leaves are nice and green, a brilliant green,” says RCW Nurseries’ Amanda Gallagher about fruit trees, “Then, you’re doing the right thing.” Fruit Trees: Edible Landscaping Why would you go through the trouble of growing your own fruit? Because, it’s worth it. Instead of […]
Tree planting like a pro means avoiding these common mistakes
Sod webworms are on the attack. Here’s how to stop them.
Ragged brown spots are growing in lawns across Houston. The culprit: sod webworms. They live just above the soil in the thatch of your lawn, spinning a light webbing and feeding on the underside of leaves. The more they eat, the larger the damage. The sooner you act, the less damage you’ll have to repair. […]
A weird home gardening trick that takes everything you grow to new heights
What do you know about your food? Where was it grown? How was it grown? What was added? What was taken out? With so much unknown, it’s no wonder home gardening is on the rise. Locally sourced food is good. Home grown is even better. Advantages of home gardening The biggest benefit of home gardening […]
Discover these simple rose garden tricks to grow more roses every season
A rose garden might seem a challenging project to most gardeners. Fact is, according to RCW Nurseries, with proper planting and care, you too can become a successful rose gardener. There is one rose gardening trick that makes the difference. A rose garden for you? Start by choosing location for your rose garden that gets […]
Learn what you need to know before doing any tree planting
Tree planting is a gift. It adds beauty. It provides shade. It generates oxygen. It can even increase your home’s resale value. But, getting all that means getting your tree started right. Here are three things you should know before you begin tree planting: picking, planting, and providing for it.
Fruit trees: landscaping you can eat
Fruit trees are money-saving additions to your landscaping. You don’t just get fruit, you get it fresher than any store can offer. But, getting that fruit means taking important steps to grow and feed your fruit trees. RCW Nurseries’ Mary Cummings explains how to plant, feed, protect, and harvest your fruit trees. As many […]