Arbor Day Arbor Day is a holiday in which people are encouraged to plant a tree (Arbor in latin means tree). It was originated in Nebraska on April 10, 1872 by J. Sterling Morton, who was Secretary of Agriculture under President Grover Cleveland. In Tennessee, the 1st Friday in March is our state Arbor Day. …
Outstanding Plants: Japanese Stewartia In this edition of Ask The Expert Robert tells us about an oustanding plant selection: Japanese Stewartia. The ‘Stewartia Pseudocamellia’ is an all season tree. It is usually multi-trunked and has exfoliating bark. In the Spring it blooms with white flowers and orange fall color. Planting Figs In The Knoxville…
Three Trees for the Best Fall Color You love the Fall. The spectacular transformation of green to golds, reds, and oranges is an invitation to enjoy nature on a more personal level. Reconnecting with our outdoor living areas under clear skies, we bask on the patio or sit around the firepit. Do you want to…
Best Time To Transplant Trees and Shrubs As we move further into Fall, the temperatures are dropping and so are the leaves. Leaf fall is a good sign that trees and shrubs are beginning to go dormant for the season. Did you have plants in your landscaping that struggled this year? If you did, it…