FALL FAVORITES, TIPS, TRICKS AND FAQ'S OF THE SEASON

CAN'T BE-LEAF IT'S ALMOST FALL!

Now is the time to plant for that gorgeous color before the leaves start to turn.

VINE MAPLE

Perfect for shadier locations. Vine Maple leaves show reddish spring foliage but really dazzle come fall. A delicate deciduous shrub or small tree reaching 10-15 feet at maturity.

BURNING BUSH (Euonymus)

This shrub is stunning in the fall with its vibrant red color. We carry the "Compact" and "Fireball" varieties which grow 3-4 feet tall and 4-6 feet wide.

VIRGINIA CREEPER

What a beauty climbing across your fence or along the ground. This deciduous vine is very hardy and turns deep burgundy to brilliant red in the fall.

ASH LEAF SPIREA

This versatile shrub is a real keeper. Deep green fern-like foliage turns yellow-orange in the fall. It thrives in the sun with large plumes of creamy white flowers in July. At maturity it reaches 4-6 feet tall and 6-8 feet wide.

RED BALLOON VIBURNUM

Creamy white spring flowers that butterflies love, beautiful red clusters of berries (like a red balloon) that attract birds. A wonderful textured leaf that provides stunning fall color. As the berries ripen in the late fall, they turn to black. Considered a plant for all seasons! Reaches 6-8 feet tall and wide.

AUTUMN BRILLIANCE SERVICEBERRY TREE

The Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry tree form is an excellent smaller tree for multi-season interest. It has showy white flowers come spring that precede a purplish edible fruit in June. The gorgeous foliage turns a bright red-orange in the fall. Reaching 20-25 feet tall and 15 feet wide at maturity.

VIRGINIA CREEPER

VINE MAPLE

ASH LEAF SPIREA

Update those summer containers with fall color such as pansies, mums, kale and cabbage.

A GREAT SELECTION AT THE NURSERY NOW!

HOLD OFF THE BIG CHILL

The chill of frost is in the air and you can never be too prepared.

Frost-protection blankets come in a variety of sizes to suit your needs. They allow air and moisture in while giving an additional 2-3 degrees of warmth. The material "breathes" meaning you can leave your plants covered day and night. We also carry a handy "plant tent". This structure can be placed on individual plants or shrubs easily and removed and folded for storage.

ONE LAST BITE

Late fall fertilization is considered to be the single most important time to apply fertilizer. We recommend using Fertilome Winterizer. This slow-releasing fertilizer builds winter turf hardiness, stem strength, and disease resistance. Not only does it contain a 10-0-14 analysis, but it also contains micro elements that are essential for turf winterization.

TERRY'S PERENNIAL PICK FOR FALL: DARK KNIGHT CARYOPTERIS

Commonly called Bluebeard or Blue Mist Spirea. Dark Knight Caryopteris is a deciduous shrub valued for its aromatic foliage and late summer flowers. Reaching a modest 2-3 feet tall and wide at maturity, it is the perfect addition to smaller gardens and landscapes. Blue-purple flowers are very attractive to butterflies, bees and other beneficial insects. Drought tolerant and listed to be deer resistant.

IT ISN'T TOO LATE FOR A NEW LAWN

We are still receiving sod from Mcpheeter's weekly. Call ahead to reserve and pick up on Thursdays and Saturdays.

Help your new lawn grow faster, stronger and greener with Fertilome New Lawn Start Fertilizer (9-13-7).

GARLIC IS HERE

Garlic is easy to grow and requires very little space in the garden. It grows from individual cloves broken off of a whole bulb. Each clove multiplies in the ground, forming a new bulb that consists of 5-10 cloves. Planting Garlic is a breeze. Separate cloves and space them 4-6" apart. Rows should be at least one foot apart. Plant garlic cloves with the pointed end up, pushing each clove 1-2" into the ground, lightly pack the soil around it, and water well.

Varieties we carry at Landsystems:

Kettle River - Very large bulbs with plump cloves. True garlic flavor. A good selection for braiding.

Georgian Crystal - A porcelain, hardneck variety with rich flavor and mild heat. Large bulbs with 4-6 cloves.

Chesnok Red - Superb for cooking. Holds its flavor with lingering taste. Large purple striped skin and contain 8-10 large, easy to peel cloves.

FALL IS COMING... AND SO ARE THE DEER

Now is the time to protect your trees from deer damage. Every year come fall, we see more and more damage to trees caused by the deer rubbing their antlers against the trunks. This damage is easily preventable by installing a tree guard. The tree guard is made of a heavy black mesh that easily wraps around the trunk. It is free standing, which means leaving a tree guard up year long will not hinder growth or affect your trees health in any way.

Trees aren't the only thing to worry about when it comes to deer. They are known to be indiscriminate browsers and will try almost anything once! Protect that garden that you worked so hard on all summer long with a deer repellent. Our top choice is: Bobbex - Made up of 12 ingredients that "frighten" deer and other small wildlife known for damaging plants. It coats the foliage, which aids in moisture retention. Bobbex is also rain and irrigation resistant.

WE RECYCLE NURSERY POTS

Cleaning out your garage this fall? Landsystems recycles and reuses nursery pots of most sizes.

FAQ'S OF THE SEASON

CAN I STILL PLANT RIGHT NOW?

Yes, now is a great time to plant. Remember that any newly planted tree, shrub, or perennial will need to be watered more often because their root system still has not reached out into the surrounding soil. Remember to use Root Stimulator (B-1) when planting.

DO I HAVE TO WATER DURING THE WINTER?

Definitely!!! The weather is very warm for this time of year and most of the plant material has not gone dormant yet, which means it still needs water. Even when your irrigation system is turned off you may need to drag a few hoses. It's best that your plants go into winter moist, not dry.

DO I NEED TO FERTILIZE MY LAWN NOW?

Yes! Please refer to the article "One Last Bite" for more information.

DOES APPLYING MULCH THIS TIME OF YEAR HELP?

Organic mulches help retain moisture for the root system during our long, often dry winters as well as provide insulation. Mulches will help smother out any weeds that might still be growing. Also, applying Harvest Supreme or Steer Compost to your garden beds will get them ready to plant next spring.

SHOULD I PRUNE MY TREES AND SHRUBS NOW?

We recommend doing the majority of pruning in the early spring. If you want to remove complete branches or dead flowers now is a fine time to do so. We do not recommend pruning "to shape" as a cold, dry winter can cause die-back and your efforts are wasted. Watch our newsletter for our spring pruning class in March.

SHOULD I PRUNE MY ORNAMENTAL GRASSES BACK?

At Landsystems we feel the most beautiful time of year for grasses to steal the show is during the winter when they have their seed head still on. There are not many plants that offer such a year round show. Picture your grasses, with a dusting of snow, blowing gracefully in the wind... Beautiful! Wait until early spring just before the new grass blades start to emerge to prune.

HOW SHOULD I CLEAN UP MY PERENNIAL BEDS TO PREPARE FOR WINTER?

For the majority of perennials, now is a good time to deadhead any spent blooms and trim up dead leaves. Let them die back naturally. Take caution with perennials like lavender or huchera that are semi-evergreen. Russian Sage can be cut back to about a foot and then pruned up more in the spring.

CAN I STILL PLANT BULBS?

Yes, it is the perfect time to plant. Remember to use bulb food when you plant and also apply to older planted bulbs to encourage prolific bloom next spring.

IS LANDSYSTEMS OPEN ALL WINTER?

Yes, we are open Monday-Saturday 9-5:00 and Sunday 10-5:00. Don't miss our holiday open house in November. A site to behold!

If you have a specific question that is not addressed, please come in or call. We are here to help!

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