Contrary to popular opinion, the tree peony (Paeonia suffruticosa) is a surprisingly easy shrub to grow, as long as it basic needs are met. The name “tree peony” must be dismissed as an exaggeration since this woody shrub can grow 4 to 5 feet tall and spread an equal...
Many people describe the strawberry as the finest fruit, while others consider the raspberry to be as good, if not better. Nonetheless, raspberries are much less common by far, because the fruits perish so rapidly. Raspberries are among the easiest garden fruit to...
There is an ongoing discussion with our tree and shrub staff as to which is the finest garden fruit, the strawberry or the raspberry. Although that question has not been entirely resolved, a new raspberry variety has been introduced making some of our staff look at...
Of all the plant varieties growing in the display gardens along the exterior of our greenhouses, the most noticeable during the winter months is an uncommon semi-dwarf Norway spruce with an unusual name; Picea abies ‘Acrocona’. Acro in Latin means...
The fun starts now with the harvesting of all of our fruits and vegetables. All of our hard work has paid off and with a little luck we escaped some of the storms that have swept thru the area. The asparagus beds should be put to sleep and the rhubarb plants left to...
