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The Complete Guide to Different Types of Birch Trees
The Complete Guide to Different Types of Birch Trees The Short Answer: Birch trees are graceful deciduous trees known for their attractive bark, seasonal color, and adaptability to cooler climates. For Capital Region homeowners, river birch, paper birch, and gray birch are among the best performers. Birch trees rank among the most recognizable tree species…
Read MoreHow to Care for Apple Trees Year Round
How to Care for Apple Trees Year Round The Short Answer: Healthy apple trees need proper pruning in late winter, consistent watering during the growing season, proactive pest and disease management, and seasonal fertilization. Growing your own apple tree is one of the most rewarding things you can do in a Capital Region yard. A…
Read More8 Best Perennials for New York State Homes
Want to add a touch of beauty to your yard without having to worry about extensive maintenance? Consider adding some perennials this season! With a wide range of choices in many colors and styles, these plants will continue to add attractive colors and textures to your yard long-term. If you are considering adding perennials, you…
Read MoreWhat to Plant in Your Garden During Summer: 10 Ideas
Summer is a great time to refresh your backyard and garden with some beautiful new plants. Whether you want to grow some fresh produce, brighten the landscape with some colorful flowers, or create some shade, the options are nearly limitless. If you are unsure what to plant in summer for your own backyard, we are…
Read MoreHow to Pick the Right Plants for Landscaping Projects
When starting a landscaping project, one of the most important decisions you’ll make is which plants to use. Picking the right plants is essential for creating a beautiful and functional landscape design. However, how do you determine which plants are the best for your upcoming project? There are many factors to consider when making your…
Read MoreTop 10 Tips for Early Spring Lawn Care
Early spring is one of the most important windows of the year for your lawn. In New York’s Capital Region, cool-season grasses like Kentucky bluegrass are coming out of dormancy, soil temperatures are slowly climbing, and weed seeds are waiting for their moment. What you do, and when you do it, shapes how your lawn…
Read MoreTop Plants & Trees to Include in Your Upstate, NY Garden
We promise spring is coming, but now is the time to start thinking about what plants and trees to plant this spring. When choosing new plants and trees, it’s important to think about how much time you want to invest as well as where you live geographically. New York can have some unpredictable weather, so…
Read MoreWhat Types of Trees Should You Plant in Upstate, NY This Spring?
Are you thinking about planting a tree this spring? The warm weather will be here before you know it, and you may be asking yourself, “What types of trees should you plant in Upstate, NY this spring?” At Grasshopper Gardens, we offer complete design, installation, and maintenance services for new trees that we plant on…
Read More5 Easy Ways To Add Curb Appeal This Fall
Although some of us will be sad to see Summer end, most of us look forward to the crisp fall air and all the fun activities that come with this change in season. Living in Upstate New York has a lot of advantages like proximity to amazing hiking trails, lakes, and beautiful fall foliage. Then,…
Read MoreWhat to Plant During the Fall Season
When it comes to planting, many of us think of the spring and summer months, forgetting about the fall. The Capital Region is fortunate enough to have the ideal weather that allows numerous types of plants to thrive until the snow comes. While the air is cooler during the fall, the soil is still warm…
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