New for 2019: Trees
Spruce, Norway Gold DriftLime green new growth turns golden when exposed to the sun. Trained on a stake to show cascading branches. Naturally forms a groundcover. 12-15 feet tall, 2 feet wide.Spruce, Engelmann Brush’s LaceWeeping, blue-green variety. 6-10 feet tall, 4 feet wide.Spruce, Colorado AvatarAvatar is a striking powder-blue selection with distinctive branching. 20 feet […]
Trend Report: 2019
A secluded retreat at East Campus in LincolnReconnecting with the Natural WorldStep 1: Disconnect Take back your yard: it’s not about the neighbors anymore. It’s about creating a restorative outdoor retreat to find a little peace. There are countless studies about the connection between connecting to the natural world and mental health and performance. Spending […]
Emerald Ash Borer in Lincoln: What You Need to Know
The Emerald Ash Borer has officially been discovered in Lincoln which means there are about 14,000 public trees and 40,000-50,000 trees on private property that will need to be evaluated and treated or removed. To help you make the best choices for your property, here is a collection of resources about the Emerald Ash Borer […]
Landscaping 101: Summer Watering
Growing plants on the Great Plains can be tough. Extreme temperatures in the summer are hard on landscapes, and severe drought cycles are a normal part of life here. Follow these guidelines to help protect your investments and create a beautiful, thriving landscape. Remember this is a place to start, water needs will vary and […]
Landscaping 101: Planting for Pollinators
The Monarch, one of our favorite backyard visitors, is disappearing. Their habitat ranges the 3,000 miles they travel on their annual migration from their winter home in Mexico up to Canada. They need a steady supply of blooming plants to fuel their long journey, access to which has been broken up by miles of monoculture […]
Landscaping 101: Colorful Perennial Shade Gardens
We love big, old, beautiful shade trees. Nothing beats the dappled shade they throw on cool pathways in the heat of the summer. Gardeners often find it a challenge to landscape under big trees when they’re used to sun-drenched gardens filled with flowers. The trick to shade gardens is playing with foliage textures and contrasting […]
Trend Report: Perennials
Natural-Look Gardens + Sustainable GardeningMother Nature is the best landscape designer, so start with what grows here naturally. Think seasonal themes: stunning false indigo in early spring, bright summer coneflowers and milkweeds, graceful prairie dropseed and colorful bluestems and asters in the fall. Start with the natives for a sense of Nebraska spirit, then mix […]
New for 2018: Shrubs
2018 brings new selections of North American natives for small spaces. Add flashes of seasonal color and structure to perennial beds with these new choices. For those looking for a statement, check out some of the larger hydrangeas, winterberries, and viburnums available.Small Space ShrubsLowscape Chokeberry (Aronia melanocarpa) 12-24″ tall, 18-24″ wide. Low, tidy, mounding form […]
