Author: Robert F. Polomski

Persimmons

Oct 26, 2021 | In the Garden

When it comes to choosing landscape trees, I look for trees that have multi-season interest.  I’ve seen too many fleeting beauties that bear a fireworks display of flowers in the spring that lasts...

Virginia Creeper

Oct 12, 2021 | In the Garden

Virginia creeper is a ubiquitous native vine or groundcover that deserves a place in the landscape. In fact, you may already have it growing outside your door, and you’re not even aware of it....

Summersweet

Jul 5, 2021 | In the Garden

Summer heat and humidity cause folks to think about escaping to swimming pools, lakes, mountain retreats, and beaches. If your home is your sanctuary, then find refuge in your garden with our native...

Pachysandra

Jun 14, 2021 | Groundcovers, Landscape

Learn about Pachysandra and its ability to thrive in low-light garden areas.

Aquatic & Shoreline Plant Selection

Jun 8, 2021 | Landscape, Ponds, Water

Learn how to select and care for plants that thrive in aquatic and wetland environments.

A routine check-up of trees saves lives and property

Jun 8, 2021 | In the Garden

Trees provide significant benefits to our homes and communities, but they may also become liabilities when they fall or break apart, causing property damage, personal injuries, and power outages....

Climbing Fig

May 25, 2021 | Landscape, Vines

Learn about Climbing Fig and its potential to transform vertical spaces into lush greenery.

Conserve Water in Your Landscape with Proper Plant Selection and Placement

May 18, 2021 | In the Garden

Water is like gasoline: you don’t miss it until it’s gone. Benjamin Franklin succinctly stated it this way: “When the well is dry, we know the worth of water.” So, while you may not be contemplating...

American Wisteria

May 11, 2021 | In the Garden

Whenever I encounter an introverted gardener, I engage them in conversation with this question: What wisteria do you recommend for my backyard? Expect to hear either one of these perspectives. On...

Wild or False Indigo

May 4, 2021 | In the Garden

Wild or false indigo (Baptisia species) is the perfect Mother’s Day gift, whether your Mom is a newbie, seasoned green-thumber, or someone who simply enjoys flowers that come back year after year...

Do I have to fertilize my shrubs and trees?

Apr 12, 2021 | In the Garden

Trees and shrubs are living investments that grow in value with each passing year. When properly selected, sited, and planted, they can be expected to thrive with the right care, which may include...

Florida Anise

Apr 6, 2021 | In the Garden

Unlike other native shrubs and trees that have become the darlings of nationwide advertising campaigns, Florida anise-tree (Illicium floridanum) struggles to achieve widespread interest. This...