by Brackendale | Mar 30, 2017 | Gardening information
Spring is the perfect time for hedge planting. The warming soil and typical spring weather (lots of rain and a bit of sunshine) helps the plants settle into their new homes with minimal stress, and better able to cope with the extremes of summer and winter. We’ve been...
by Brackendale | Mar 3, 2017 | Tree Care in Spring
It’s that beautiful time of year when gardens and countryside spring into life with millions of pretty blossom flowers. From frothy pink cherry blossom to grand magnolia flowers, blossoming trees announce the approaching spring with unbridled happiness. And blossom...
by Brackendale | Jan 27, 2017 | Gardening information
Which side of the fence are you on? Do you love this beautiful, beneficial, native plant? Or are you less of a fan; considering this opportunistic evergreen to be an eyesore, a sign of neglect and an accident waiting to happen? The real truth is somewhere in-between...
by Brackendale | Dec 7, 2016 | Tree Care in Winter, Uncategorised
Holly is a very forgiving plant. As a native to the British Isles, Holly is very hardy. It withstands poor soils, is drought tolerant and can withstand temperatures as low as 20°. This hardy profile makes it perfect for gardens. Once established, it needs very little...
by Brackendale | Feb 1, 2016 | Tree Care in Winter, Uncategorised
Winter can be tough on our gardens. And although we often focus on protecting delicate flowers and shrubs from frost and wind, it’s important to give equal consideration to our garden trees as well. Read on to understand how the winter months can affect your trees and...