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Echinacea purpurea (Purple Coneflower): A Native Perennial That Brings Beauty and Pollinators to Your Landscape

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Echinacea purpurea: A Tough, Beautiful Native Perennial Few perennials offer the combination of beauty, hardiness, and ecological value found in Echinacea purpurea, commonly known as Purple Coneflower. With its distinctive purple-pink petals surrounding a spiny orange-brown cone, this native North American wildflower has become a staple in gardens, and pollinator plantings. Not only does it … Read more

Juniperus horizontalis ‘Plumosa Compacta’ | Andorra Compact Juniper Care, Pruning & Landscape Uses

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Meet Juniperus horizontalis ‘Plumosa Compacta’: A Tough, Attractive Evergreen Groundcover If you’re looking for a low-maintenance evergreen that provides year-round interest, few plants are as dependable as Juniperus horizontalis ‘Plumosa Compacta’, commonly known as Andorra Compact Juniper. This hardy, spreading conifer forms a dense mat of soft-textured foliage that remains attractive throughout the year and … Read more

What Is Pollarding?

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Pollarding is a traditional tree‑management pruning technique in which a tree is cut back to a permanent framework of branches (called pollard heads) on a regular cycle. New growth repeatedly emerges from these same points, creating a dense, controlled canopy of young shoots. Unlike topping (which is indiscriminate and damaging), pollarding is planned, repeated, and … Read more

The Magic of Witch Hazels: From Native Beauty to Winter Fireworks

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Witch hazels are among the most captivating shrubs or small trees in the landscape—offering fragrance, unusual ribbon‑petaled flowers, and exceptional fall or winter interest when most plants are dormant. North Americans know them best for their medicinal uses, but gardeners know them as four-season performers loaded with charm and history. Below is a guided tour … Read more

Syringa reticulata ‘Ivory Silk’: A Reliable, Fragrant Favourite for Modern Landscapes

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Discover the history, landscape uses, care tips, pests, and unique features of Syringa reticulata ‘Ivory Silk’, the beloved Japanese Tree Lilac. Learn why this hardy, fragrant ornamental tree is a top choice for modern landscapes—and connect with us for free landscape advice or consultation.

Ginkgo: A Living Fossil in the Canadian Landscape Trade

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Discover the history of Ginkgo biloba in Canadian landscape trades, its care requirements, top landscape uses, and the most interesting cultivars for modern gardens. Learn why this resilient “living fossil” is a favourite in urban design—and reach out with any questions or comments.

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