The Prairie Horizon
My brain is still on the topic of less known and newer trees. So, lets talk about Prairie Horizon Alder. Have you ...
When life gives you lemons…make tea?
When life gives you lemons, you make lemonade. Unfortunately we can’t even grow lemon...
True or False?
There are some trees and shrubs that are simply underrated and I think one that is th...

This shrub is a Gem!
If you have ever worked with barberry shrubs you have probably learned within seconds...

The Wort Family
When it comes to perennials, there are some that have the strangest of names. Wort th...

The Viking of the Prairies
Looking around at the snow now covering the ground it is hard to believe that it is s...
The tragic love story
Love lies bleeding, also known as amaranth, is a gorgeous plant getting monstrously t...

The tree man’s wisdom
I realize that many people do not fertilize their trees and shrubs much if at all aft...
The Pumpkin King
We have entered the season now where pumpkins are everywhere. Pumpkin pie, pumpkin ca...