Posts tagged 'trees'

Should we start watering? MANY are asking with these warm temperatures. There are many reason to be concerned about our trees. First is the drought and hot weather we’ve experienced the past couple of years which affects new trees and established trees. 

To rake or not or not to rake? Another question I get all the time is what to do with your perennials?  What are the advantages/disadvantages to leaving them be? 

Now WHY would I tell you how to kill your tree? So you DON’T. I don’t have enough fingers to count the ways you can, but I will share some of the most common.

Our tree expert, Brad, shares how to plant a bare-root tree. Here he plants a 'North Star' cherry tree, however, the instructions are appropriate for any type of bare-root tree planting. A very important piece is to make sure you do not bury the graft!

Brad shares information on preparing your newly planted deciduous trees (3 years and younger) for winter and the best methods to ensure their longevity, protecting them from cracking & animal damage.

Brad shares two methods to protect evergreens that may be prone to winter sunburn.

Our tree expert, Brad, shares the best tips to planting bare root trees and shrubs.

Brad answers questions such as pruning, animal damage, fertilizer and mulch along with how to respond to last year's drought.

Sean's Top Ten Trees for Minnesota! 

You can almost hear our plants slurping it up! But is it enough to restore our lawns and help our drought stressed trees, shrubs and other established plantings? The experts at Gertens can answer that question!

Deer and rabbits are lovely animals to gaze at from afar but not so lovely as they graze at your garden buffet. Gertens Experts provide a list of plants that they are less likely to eat!

Winter is on its way. Temperatures are fluctuating and you may wonder when to cover those annuals and how to prepare your garden for what’s coming. The experts at Gertens offer tips and advice on what steps to take.

The experts at Gertens provide information on what type of trees and shrubs to buy for the fall season. 

Trees and shrubs can reduce fuel consumption for heating and cooling your home. Our Gerten Experts share ways to modify your local climate!

With below average rainfall in August and an extremely dry September, your plants, lawns and trees are vulnerable. The experts at Gertens offer weather care to help your plants survive!