Horticulture
Whether you have been a gardener for decades, or are just starting out, there is always something new to learn. On this page, we have gathered information from various sources that we hope will be helpful to you. Gardening is often a trial and error process: some things work out the way we've planned, and other things don't. Some plants will thrive in our neighbor's garden, but not in ours. The good news is that you always have another chance to try again...whether it is growing a plant that is brand new to your garden or trying a different gardening technique with the plants you already have.
Tips for Starting Seeds
http://www.reneesgarden.com/articles/start_seeds.html
How to Prune Roses
http://www.rosemagazine.com/pages/pruning.asp
When to Prune Trees and Shrubs
http://www.hort.purdue.edu/ext/ho-4.pdf
How to Create a Butterfly and Hummingbird Garden
http://www.njaudubon.org/sectionbackyardhabitat/createagarden.aspx
How to Water
http://www.gardeners.com/how-to/when-to-water/8108.html
Designing a Garden with Native Plants-PDF garden templates
Native Plants (pa.gov)
Homegrown National Park
Country Dashboard (homegrownnationalpark.org)
National Wildlife Federation-Native Plant Finder
Faceted Search | Searchblox (nwf.org)
Gold Medal Plants
If you are looking for great plants for your landscape, the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society's Gold Medal Plant list is an excellent resources. The trees, shrubs, and woody fines on this list have been carefully evaluated and chosen for their beauty, performance, and hardiness in our region (Zones 5-7).
Gold Medal Plants (phsonline.org)
Invasive Plants
Nothing can be more troubling for a gardener than trying to get rid of an aggressive plant that is taking over your garden. Sometimes these problem plants come to as gifts from well-meaning friends; other times they can be plants that we've purchased at a local gardening center. Before you plant, take the time to learn what plants are considered invasive in our area. This could save you much aggravation down the road.
Invasive Plant Fact Sheets (pa.gov)
Integrated Pest Management
Proper use of pesticides can make a big difference in your garden, to the environment, and to your pocketbook. To learn more about Integrated Pest Management please click on the following link:
Integrated Pest Management (pa.gov)
Pennsylvania Native Plants
Novice and professional gardeners increasingly are turning to native landscaping to manage storm water, reduce maintenance, and promote plant and wildlife conservation. Native plants coexist with -- rather than compete against-- making them naturals for our gardens. For a list of plants native to our area, go to this website:
http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/forestry/plants/nativeplants/
http://www.reneesgarden.com/articles/start_seeds.html
How to Prune Roses
http://www.rosemagazine.com/pages/pruning.asp
When to Prune Trees and Shrubs
http://www.hort.purdue.edu/ext/ho-4.pdf
How to Create a Butterfly and Hummingbird Garden
http://www.njaudubon.org/sectionbackyardhabitat/createagarden.aspx
How to Water
http://www.gardeners.com/how-to/when-to-water/8108.html
Designing a Garden with Native Plants-PDF garden templates
Native Plants (pa.gov)
Homegrown National Park
Country Dashboard (homegrownnationalpark.org)
National Wildlife Federation-Native Plant Finder
Faceted Search | Searchblox (nwf.org)
Gold Medal Plants
If you are looking for great plants for your landscape, the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society's Gold Medal Plant list is an excellent resources. The trees, shrubs, and woody fines on this list have been carefully evaluated and chosen for their beauty, performance, and hardiness in our region (Zones 5-7).
Gold Medal Plants (phsonline.org)
Invasive Plants
Nothing can be more troubling for a gardener than trying to get rid of an aggressive plant that is taking over your garden. Sometimes these problem plants come to as gifts from well-meaning friends; other times they can be plants that we've purchased at a local gardening center. Before you plant, take the time to learn what plants are considered invasive in our area. This could save you much aggravation down the road.
Invasive Plant Fact Sheets (pa.gov)
Integrated Pest Management
Proper use of pesticides can make a big difference in your garden, to the environment, and to your pocketbook. To learn more about Integrated Pest Management please click on the following link:
Integrated Pest Management (pa.gov)
Pennsylvania Native Plants
Novice and professional gardeners increasingly are turning to native landscaping to manage storm water, reduce maintenance, and promote plant and wildlife conservation. Native plants coexist with -- rather than compete against-- making them naturals for our gardens. For a list of plants native to our area, go to this website:
http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/forestry/plants/nativeplants/