Dee,

We have recently moved into a 4-yr old home in Farmington. Some of the trees and shrubs are dead and need replacement. Also, the previous owner did not seem to have a plan when planting shrubs and trees. We would like to look at what would be a good plan for our yard. We are interested in doing most of the work ourselves, but we would like expert advice on what is the best thing to do for our yard (as well as to tell us what we currently have in our yard). Do you have anyone at the nursery that does this? Or do you have a recommendation?

Gina Frank

Dear Gina,

My suggestion is for you to take some pictures of your yard, showing the shrubs and trees that are currently planted. Hopefully we will be able to identify some of them for you. Also, measure the dimensions of the areas currently planted, as well as any others you would like to do. Pay careful attention to which areas are full sun, part sun or mostly shade. You will be asked about this, so the correct recommendations can be made for your yard. We do offer a consultation service. One-hour appointments can be made, Mon-Fri.. We charge a service fee of $50.00, which can then be applied toward the purchase of trees, shrubs, or other merchandise. You are welcome to come on in, we will be happy to help you.

Dee