English Ivy is a very common plant. It is native to Europe. As a result, it is an invasive species. It provides a great, green carpet of foliage; however, it has some drawbacks. There are many kinds of ivy. They all have some specific characteristics in common. Read on to find out the pros and […]
I wonder how much tree diversity is on the earth? I usually frequent a forest dominated by large Beech and Sycamore trees. Although they dominate this forest, fall leaves tell a different story. I want to learn more about how many tree species there are. I did some research, and I found some great resources. […]
Whenever you are considering making changes to your landscape, you should consider when is the best time to plant trees and shrubs. Late this past spring, I had to change some landscaping quickly. There was no option to choose the optimal time to plant. Hopefully this post will help others to make wise planting decisions, […]
Lower Bear Trail is a hidden gem in Steamboat Springs, Colorado. The trail is definitely worth checking out next time you are in town. Read on to find out more. And forgive me for the terrible angle on the photo above. Good grief; I should know better! Reasons to Try Lower Bear Trail First, the […]
Removing trees with cracks can be dangerous. Trees with large cracks are at risk of failure. This one is a good case in point. The neighbor called and asked me if I had seen the limbs down on the large poplar tree that sits on our joint fence line. The above photo is the tree […]
Cattails are one of those things that remind me of some interesting dried flower arrangement. The flowering “tail” is the taller part. The tail is used before it goes to seed. Cattails grow quite easily in wetlands, wet areas, and disturbed areas. Read on to find out whether these plants are actually as good for […]