Education | Kinghorn Gardens - Part 5
Signature Tree: Acer saccharum ‘Autumn Fest’
Education | May 5th, 2015
Acer saccharum 'Autumn Fest' // 'Autumn Fest' Maple Shape: Upright oval Height: 50' Trunk: Strong upright with good central leader Leaf: Dark green Fall Color: Orange-red to red Signature...
Tiny Spring Details
Education, News | April 30th, 2015
Don't be fooled into thinking bulbs and blooms are the only thing spring has to offer. Train yourself to be a true nature aficionado, admiring even the tiniest victories of spring. Instead of...
6 Things to Consider when Selecting a Tree
Education | April 23rd, 2015
1. The Purpose You may find yourself staring at an empty space in the yard and think “oh we need a tree here,” but what problem are you actually trying to solve? Do you really just need a tree? A...
The Scoop on Leaf Compost
Education | April 15th, 2015
What is it? Leaf compost is a mulch alternative or supplement made up of decomposed leaves. Why use it? Mulching your garden with leaf compost mimics the natural ecological system of a leaf-covered...
4 Things You Need to Stop Doing to Your Spring Garden
Education, News | April 9th, 2015
1. Over Mulching You think you’re freshening up your garden for the season ahead but if you’re like most people you actually end up drowning your poor plants in a bark ocean. Don’t worry it’s...
Signature Tree: Acer tataricum ‘Rugged Charm’
Education | April 6th, 2015
Acer tataricum ' Rugged Charm' // 'Rugged Charm' Maple Shape: Compact upright oval Height: 28' Spread: 15' Trunk: Single stemmed Leaf: Medium green with a strong texture Flower: White...
The Bark of Elmwood Park: Part 3
Education, News | March 26th, 2015
With the seasonal change in motion it may be easy to forget the more muted details of nature's wonder; let this final showcase of bark art be a reminder to look in all places to find beauty this...
The Why Behind the What of Spring Clean Ups
Education, News | March 19th, 2015
Tomorrow is the first official calendar day of spring! Though we have been experiencing some spring-like weather for the past few weeks, in Nebraska it seems almost impossible to know if the warmer...
Signature Tree: Quercus macrocarpa ‘Urban Pinnacle’
Education | March 3rd, 2015
Quercus macrocarpa 'Urban Pinnacle' // Urban Pinnacle Oak Shape: Narrow, pyramidal to oval Height: 55' Trunk: Straight, single stemmed Leaf: Dark green and glossy Flower: Small...
The Bark of Elmwood Park: Part 2
Education, News | February 27th, 2015
With so many incredible textures, tones, and trees; it's impossible to stick to just one bark blog. Enjoy part two of The Bark of Elmwood Park series and pin your favorites to Pinterest. Acer...