Landscaping & Gardening Tips in New York City

This plant is a biennial herb in the carrot family (Apiaceae). Originating in the Wester Caucasus - they are found throughout the temperate northern hemisphere and in high mountains as far south as Ethiopia.

The Tomato originated from and was domesticated in western South America.  Introduced to the Old World by the Spanish in the Columbian exchange in the 16th century. The tomato plant makes a fruit that is an edible berry, yet we eat it as a vegetable.

Ornamental Onion is a bulbous perennial characterized by its showy pink flowers and its garlic onion fragrance. The leaves are long, slender, and strap-like.They come up as a tight, upright cluster and then usually lie flat at the base of the plant.

Fall is caterpillar season. It's common to see them crawling around prior to spinning their cocoons for the winter, where they'll spend the cold months and emerge as adult moths and butterflies in the spring.Some species of moth caterpillars in New York, although attractive to look at, can sting

 Chlorophytum are commonly called spider plants. It’s a genus of almost 200 species of tropical flowering plants native to Africa, Australia, and Asia.But of all of those there are only 2 species commonly used as houseplants. C orquidastrum, and C comosum

Coming mainly from the island of Madagascar, but also south Asia, it was recently regrouped into the Dracaena genus. There are about 70 + species and these range from desert plants to thin leaved tropical ones. 

Muscari bulbs produce dainty clusters of small blooms that make a dramatic under-planting for taller bulbs. But if planted in mass they create an unforgettable show of color and style on their own!Classified in the Asparagus family – there are about forty species.

Plants have evolved a way to adapt to the variable light conditions in which they are growing. It is called a phototropic response - the bending of a plants stems and leaves towards the light source – specifically a directional blue light source.This movement is also called orthotropic

 There is no “one way serves all” method to prune Clematis. The technique you use will all depend on which variety (species) of plant you are pruning. Hence, it is important to know which one you are planting. 

Plants evolved to use a volume of soil that is about twice their canopy and 24” deep.  With this volume of soil of they are ensured to have enough water and minerals. It enables them to stay healthy and look their best.

Our talented team of Plant Specialists worked their magic this holiday season, transforming ordinary gardens into festive wonderlands. From sparkling lights to beautifully arranged greenery, see how our “elves” spread holiday cheer and brought smiles to our clients with custom seasonal designs.

The holidays are just around the corner—so is your garden ready to impress? From sparkling decorations to seasonal plant care, we’re sharing tips to ensure your outdoor space is as festive as the season itself. Let us help you create a garden that’s sure to dazzle even the grumpiest of guests.