On a recent episode of the Garden Show, Victoria Coyne and Sally Spillane spoke about what to do after a wind event or other destructive weather event that wipes out trees in your area.
Here are the big questions and short answers they covered:
#1 reason NOT to plant White Pines or Norway Maples, and what trees should you plant?
Can you still plant trees or keep trees near your house?
Tips for pruning the survivors
Recently, Donna and the landscaping crew have been installing some beautiful rockscapes in clients’ gardens that both serve a purpose—for example, as drainage or a splash guard—and add to the flow, beauty, and design of the property as well.
Here are just a few. (We’ll have more in Part 2!)
Read MoreWe get a lot of questions about pruning! Prune after Bloom is the general rule to follow with all flowering trees and shrubs, but there are exceptions. Right now is the time to prune Andromedea (peiris). Clip all the spent flowers off and cut down any awkward tall growth. Fertilize with Holly Tone to encourage bushy growth and next year’s blooms, which will form in early summer.
Read MoreIf you can dig a hole, you can still put plants in the ground
It’s a great time to plant trees even if there are no leaves on it. The roots are what will develop and grow from now until spring.
Read MoreAfter the first killing frost, here are the chores to tackle in the garden.
Read MoreWatch Victoria demonstrate dividing this peony because over time, the garden has grown more shaded and the peony will be much happier in full sun. There are also a couple of invasive weed trees sprouted up in the middle of the peony and dividing and transplanting will be a good opportunity to extract those!
Read MoreQ: Should I cut back my hydrangea plants now?
A: First of all, you are not going to kill your hydrangea if you cut it back or prune it at the wrong time, but you will lose the blooms that you would have had this garden season. So we want to be mindful about when we are pruning, so that we enjoy the maximum number of blooms.
Second, prune-time depends which hydrangea bush you have.
Simplicity can support the feeling of calm we are all aiming for.
Read MoreHudson Valley Magazine did a great article on early spring gardening advice.
They interviewed local professional Gardeners and Garden Designers, including Victoria Coyne from Victoria Gardens. :) The advice she gave is something she also talked about on the March episode of the Garden and Home Show with Sally Spillane on WKZE: Divide but be “quick and quiet.”
Read MoreAs we move into autumn, there is a way to bring more color, more interest, and more drama into your backyard. By planting fall-fruiting bushes you will have the double benefit of colorful berries and the colorful birds that the berries attract. Many bird species gorge on fall berries before they migrate south and many other species, like cardinals, nuthatches and blue jays stay for the winter and continue to feed off the berries in your garden. Want to attract more birds to your backyard? Start with these attractive, fall-fruiting favorites.
Read MoreCool nights and autumn rain make fall a great time to plant.
At Victoria Gardens, located on the corner of Cottekill Road and Rt. 213 between Rosendale and High Falls, we call it the “2nd Planting Season” because we plant as much in the fall as we do in the spring.
Read MoreSpongy moths are incredibly destructive!
They defoliate trees and in some circumstances, that defoliation can kill the affected trees.
"Spongy moth populations rise and fall in cycles of roughly 10-15 years. Populations vary during the cycle, from years with few caterpillars and very minor damage, to years with large numbers of caterpillars and very noticeable leaf damage and tree defoliation. These population cycles are driven by predator-prey interactions, specifically the interactions between spongy moth, small mammals, and acorn production."
Protect Your Bulbs
10 simple ways to stop critters from digging, eating, or stealing your newly planted bulbs. Try one or all of theses organic, kid-safe/pet-safe techniques to guard your bulbs from the wild animals and hungry critters!
Read MoreVictoria will discuss the particulars of giving your plants the light and conditions that they need to thrive, and demonstrate the steps to take when bringing your houseplants inside before the frost.
Watch the video or read the article below.
Read MoreA new and interesting way to think about your gardening practice!
The times had a great article by Margaret Roach featuring Rebecca McMackin, the director of horticulture at the 85-acre Brooklyn Bridge Park. She makes a great point we love: Fall Planting makes time for spring weeding!
"And there’s a bonus: With the staff no longer on hose duty all spring and summer, they have more time for that all-important task that must not be postponed: weeding.
Read MoreThe best way to avoid invasives is to avoid fly-by-night growers and landscapers who lack any real plant knowledge. Some of Victoria’s growers have been in business for generations. And after 30+ years of garden design and maintenance, the Victoria Gardens’ crew know from personal experience whether plants stay, naturalize, or invade!
Read MoreWhat do the 3 Numbers on Plant Food Mean?
The three numbers represent ratio of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium—in that order. For example, Rose-tone is a balanced 4-3-2 fertilizer includes 4 percent nitrogen, 3 percent phosphorus, 2 percent potassium. while Bone Meal’s ratio 4-12-0 is rich in phosphorus, which is highly beneficial for flowering plants and promote roots growth.
Fertilizers with a higher nitrogen (the first number) engorage leafy green growth.
Plant food with Potassium (the third number) can counter environmental stresses like heat, drought, bark damage, or garden pests.
Read MoreAnnuals are a flexible and colorful way to maximize your garden space, even though you may not have room in the garden for more shrubs or perennials.
But also annuals are great for young gardens. Annuals can fill up space while you wait for shrubs and perennials to grow into their mature size, which if you just planted them will be a few years off.
Read MoreIt’s not too late to plant. Our busy landscaping division plants new gardens from May until November.
And this year has been a wonderful year for planting. Not too hot or dry. But the rule for planting is as long as you can get water to your new planting, and as long as the ground isn’t frozen, it’s planting time!
Read MoreMany gardeners find shade gardens a particular challenge, and many people believe that hostas (often munched by the deer) are their only option. But at Victoria Gardens in Rosendale, there are literally hundreds of shade plants to choose from. The plants at Victoria Gardens are divided into sections by the conditions in which the plants thrive.
Read MoreVictoria Gardens is located in Rosendale, NY on the corner of Rt 213 and Cottekill Road. We are a fully stocked plant nursery, garden center, and garden gift shop.
Throughout the season we have classes and special events, including private garden tours from March through November. October through December we carry holiday gifts, decor, handcrafted wreaths, and we feature a DIY Holiday Wreath Studio.
At Victoria Gardens during the gardening season, you will find a selection of trees, shrubs, and perennials that are chosen specifically for our area and for our customers most frequently voiced problems: deer, dry soil, wet spots, and shady areas.
Our knowledgeable staff will help you find the perfect combinations, so you only have to plant once!
Open 7 days a week!
Monday - Saturday 9am-5pm
Sunday 10am-4pm
(845) 658-9007
You can purchase Gift Certificates anytime here.
The shop is awash in greenery and stocked full of all the latest plants of interest; trendy foliage, succulents & cacti, petite fairy garden plants, lush ferns, pet- friendly plants, the best air purifiers — truly something for everyone. We promise that you’ll leave with a new plant friend to nurture for years to come.
The Victoria Gardens' landscaping crew are experienced and knowledgeable gardeners. Besides designing and installing new gardens, we also offer maintenance, spring cleanups, pruning, transplanting, weeding, and mulching.
Call to get an estimate: (845) 658-9007
If you are trying to find a special variety, call us and ask. We have a wide range of growers in our network and we can place special orders to meet your needs.
Victoria Coyne
+1 (845) 658-9007
victoriagardens.ny@gmail.com
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