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Disguising A Utility Pole Although there are quite a few communities that do not have utility poles, I still think of them as a common issue (and challenge) in the landscape.  Utility companies are not being design conscious when they place them – they can’t be.  It’s a matter of support for their wires and [...]

Emerald Green (a.k.a. ‘Smaragd) is a narrow, compact, pyramidal arborvitae with bright green foliage that grows in tight vertical sprays. It can get to be 15′ high and 4′ wide. Like most arborvitae Emerald Green prefers full sun.  And although it will tolerate some dryness once established, moist soil is its friend.  I have found [...]

Be Aware, Norway Spruce Gets Big For those of you who know plants you’re probably saying “well, duh”. I have to admit that when I first started out in this business I did not fully appreciate plant growth and “mature size” as much as I do today.  If I’ve said it once I’ve said it [...]