We humans typically spend less time in our gardens during the winter months, so it can be easy to forget about the plants that live there. However, our trees, shrubs, and perennials are very alive and active during the winter. So, what is your garden doing in the winter months, and what can you do to support plant health? Here are some answers to Frequently Asked Questions about plants and planting in winter.
Winter is a time of rest and dormancy in the garden, but there are still a number of gardening tasks that can be performed. In particular, selective winter pruning provides a number of advantages over pruning during the growing season. Here are some of our tips for how to prune and winter.
‘Tis the season of spooky things, and invasive plants are giving us a fright! Luckily, there are many native plant alternatives to our region’s scariest invasives. Read on to learn some spooky facts about common invasive plants—plus how to make your landscape less frightening by swapping in native species.
The spread of invasive plants, along with the higher frequency of heavy rain events in recent years, has caused a number of landslides in the Cincinnati area. Experts are recommending that homeowners take a proactive approach to protecting their hillsides against erosion. One effective action? Removing invasive honeysuckle and replacing it with native plants. Read on to learn why.
