by Perla Irish | Jul 3, 2023 | Landscaping, Lawn & Garden
I want to tell you a true story. A friend of mine living in Zone 4 tried to grow a red maple, but it didn’t survive its first winter. Another friend living in colder zone 3 also planted a red maple that same year, and 6 bitter winters later, it is still doing...
by Perla Irish | Jun 27, 2023 | Lawn & Garden
For lily growers across much of North America, the worst threat they will face is that of the red lily leaf beetle, Lilioceris Lilli. This beetle, native to Europe, has been present in Canada and the eastern United States since 1945, but until recently was confined to...
by Perla Irish | Jun 22, 2023 | Gardening, Landscaping, Lawn & Garden, Lawn Care
There is always excitement and anticipation associated with the introduction of a new hardy plant to the market, and any new addition to the short list of hardy plants is always appreciated. Jeffries Nurseries is known for searching out and/or developing plants that...
by Perla Irish | Jun 19, 2023 | Gardening, Landscaping, Lawn & Garden, Lawn Care
Seeds are one of the most fascinating things on earth. These tiny, hard objects – looking very much like rocks – contain everything necessary to grow and bloom and give great joy all summer long. Another great thing about seeds is their will to live. Seeds...
by Perla Irish | Jun 11, 2023 | Gardening, Landscaping, Lawn & Garden
If you’ve ever been through the experience of dealing with creating a sustainable landscape in the immediate vicinity of a fully grown tree, you’ll relate to this article immediately. But if you’ve never had the pleasure you might wonder what the fuss is about. The...
