by Green Thumb Expert | Sep 13, 2012 | Annuals and Perennials
It is time to start thinking about fall plant color for your property. Summer annual plants are starting to look a little tired and annual flower beds need a burst of new color. Most local nurseries are now starting to get their selection of fall plant color in...
by Green Thumb Expert | Aug 20, 2012 | Annuals and Perennials
Annual flowers are a great way add some instant color to your landscape beds. Most annual flowers will continuously bloom all season long if properly maintained. Spring is the best time to get your annual flowers in the ground because the sooner you start, the...
by Green Thumb Expert | Jul 20, 2012 | Annuals and Perennials, Shrubs and Trees
With the lack of rain this year, it is time to start watering plants. If you are like many of us across eastern Iowa your lawn is probably crispy and your plants are not living up to their full potential. Every day that passes without rain fall puts your plants more...
by Green Thumb Expert | Jul 18, 2012 | Annuals and Perennials, Insects, Shrubs and Trees
Mid last month we saw the emergence of Japanese beetles in eastern Iowa. Damage was stronger than ever and the aftermath is all that remains. If you drive through neighborhoods in Cedar Rapids you can see the damage on Linden, Crab Apple and Birch trees. Some of...
by Green Thumb Expert | Jul 18, 2012 | Annuals and Perennials, General, Shrubs and Trees
It is time to water plants in your yard. Since eastern Iowa has not seen significant rain fall in several months, there is a lot of plant material feeling the brunt of the drought. New plant material installed with in the past five years will suffer quite a bit if...
by Green Thumb Expert | Jul 2, 2012 | Annuals and Perennials, Seasonal, Shrubs and Trees
Creating color in your lawn adds eye appeal to your property. Landscapes are a great way to add color to your home or business. There are endless possibilities when it comes to trees, shrubs and flowers. Creating color in your landscape is an important part of...
