Native Trees of North Carolina It is crucial to plant trees and shrubs that are native to your area. It is vital for the wildlife, as the native plants provide shelter, and is essential for the pollinators, such as bees and butterflies. There are so many benefits to planting native trees. Continue reading to learn about some native trees of North Carolina! Eastern Redbud Eastern Redbuds can be seen growing in the forest and along … Continue reading
May Gardening Tips Spring is finally here! Living in North Carolina means we get to experience a true spring. The days are warm, and the nights are cool – the perfect combination! Since it is warming up a bit, it is time to get outside and tackle your yard! Continue reading to learn our May gardening tips! Herbs & Vegetables Now that we have passed the threat of freezes and frosts, it is safe to … Continue reading
April Gardening Tips It is the most beautiful time of the year! Springtime in North Carolina is unlike any other state’s spring. The temperatures are perfect, the sun is shining, the birds are chirping, the grasses are green, and the flowers have just begun to bloom. Here are a few April gardening tips to help you get the wheelbarrow rolling! Testing Your Soil Having your soil tested is very important for the overall health of … Continue reading
Early Spring Fruit Tree Care Proper care for your fruit trees is imperative for the trees to produce fruit! Therefore, early spring is a great time to complete some general maintenance on your trees. Continue reading to learn the essential steps of Early Spring Fruit Tree Care! Fertilization Fertilization is a fundamental step in any tree care program. Fertilization is simply adding nutrients to the soil. For example, if you planted your fruit tree last … Continue reading
March Gardening Tips Spring is on its way, and we couldn’t be more excited! Make the best use of your garden bed in March using these March Gardening Tips! Fertilize Now is the time to begin fertilizing shrubs and shade trees as they break out of dormancy. This will give an extra boost to the plant material that has been “sleeping” all winter. Construct If you don’t already have a raised garden bed, now is … Continue reading
February Garden Tips Are you wondering how to make the best use of your garden bed in February? Check out these February garden tips below! Mulch or Pine Straw Mulch or install pine straw your beds if you haven’t already done so. Doing this will protect the roots of shrubs, trees, and perennials from the winter temperatures that we may or may not experience. If you have any newly installed plant material, it is recommended … Continue reading
Preparing for an Estimate with Green Biz By calling Green Biz and scheduling an estimate, you’ve taken the first step in creating an oasis in your yard! But did you know, there are things to do in order to prepare for your estimate with one of our landscape designers? Continue reading to learn the steps to take when preparing for an estimate with Green Biz. What do you want to do? The first step in … Continue reading
January Gardening Tips New year, new you! How about new year, new yard! While January may seem like a month of rest, there is plenty to accomplish in your yard! Continue reading to learn our January Gardening Tips! Cut back all perennials While this is a task that should have been performed after the first frost, it isn’t too late to take action. In doing so, one should cut the perennial back to the ground. … Continue reading
How to Care for Your New Landscape New landscape projects should be treated as an investment, as they can add value to your home! In this video, Adam explains how to best care for your new landscape. He touches on three key aspects that will help you protect your investment and help your new landscape thrive. Continue reading to learn how to care for your new landscape! Watering Watering is the most crucial aspect in … Continue reading
December Gardening Tips While nature around you is beginning to go to sleep for the winter, the yard warriors must continue working! During this time of year, many questions arise from homeowners. In this blog post, we take a minute to answer some of those questions and tackle our December gardening tips! Should I fertilize during the winter months? This seems to be a very popular question, as it gets asked a lot! So, should … Continue reading
