The word chlorosis is derived from the Greek - kloros - meaning "greenish-yellow".This condition is when leaves produce insufficient chlorophyll. Because the pigment chlorophyll is what makes leaves green - chlorotic leaves look pale, yellow, or yellow-white. Many time the inter-venal tissue is also lighter than the rest of the leaf. This color contrast is a clear indicator of chlorosis. 

 Rhododendron is a very large genus – NO KIDDING - about 1,024 species!They are in the heather family (Ericaceae) - either evergreen or deciduous. Most are native to eastern Asia and the Himalayan region. Because of their spectacular flowers they are grown in every corner of the planet!Their name comes from the words RED TREE - referring to its flowers.  These can be scented or not and actually occur in a wide range of colors—white, yellow, pink, scarlet, purple, and blue.Ranging in habit from evergreen to deciduous as well as low-growing ground covers to tall trees. Some are mat like dwarfs only 4 inches high, while others are trees in excess of 40 feet.Leaves are thick and leathery and are evergreen in all but the azalea species, some of which are deciduous.  

As the year comes to a close, we take a moment to reflect on the incredible gardens we’ve helped create and maintain with your support. Here’s to a bright and beautiful new year, filled with flourishing plants and fresh opportunities to make your outdoor spaces thrive. Thank you for being part of our journey!

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.

New York City is a key stop on the migration route for the yellow-bellied woodpecker, also called sapsuckers. While most head to warmer climates like Georgia, a few find our urban green spaces so enticing they stay for the winter, even in spots like Manhattan’s Union Square. Click to learn more about these feathered travelers!