"AUTUMN IS A SECOND SPRING WHEN EVERY LEAF IS A FLOWER."

ALBERT CAMUS

5 COMMON QUESTIONS AT THE NURSERY THIS SEASON

CAN I STILL PLANT TREES AND SHRUBS?

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.

SHOULD I PRUNE MY TREES AND SHRUBS NOW?

We recommend doing the majority of pruning in the early spring (March). If you want to remove complete branches or dead flowers now is fine to prune. 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.

CAN I PLANT GRASS SEED NOW?

It is getting a little late to plant grass seed. These warm temperatures could change at any time and the tiny new seedlings could die.

DO I NEED 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.

SHOULD I PRUNE MY 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.

We are always here to help. If you have specific questions that aren't addressed, just give us a call!

If you're still in need of winterization services please call 541-382-7646.

Starting at $65.00 for four zones.

OCTOBER IS THE TIME TO FERTILIZE!

Get your trees, shrubs, and lawn ready for winter by fertilizing in late fall. We recommend: FERTILOME WINTERIZER 10-0-14 for lawns, shrubs, and trees. It helps build a vigorous root system to promote winter hardiness and promote a quick start to the greenest yard on the block.

For that extra POW!! add SOIL ACTIVATOR to stimulate healthy soil.

A MENU FOR BULBS

You need more than dibbles, planters and spades to plant spring flowering bulbs in Central Oregon. For a healthy start, you’ll also want to add organic material, such as compost to the soil at a ratio of 1/2 soil and 1/2 organic material. To keep those bulbs vigorous, be sure to include a bulb fertilizer. Landsystems recommends Dutch Bulb Food.

Amaryllis Bulbs for holiday forcing are here are ready!

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PUMPKINS HAVE ARRIVED!

Nothing says October like a beautiful selection of pumpkins.

Hurry in to ensure your pick of the patch. It's spooky how fast they are flying out of here!

DON'T FORGET THE GARLIC

Plant garlic from September through November for a bountiful harvest next fall. Plant each clove 2 inches deep and 6-8 inches between rows. Cover with 2-4 inches of compost. Harvest when the head of your garlic is divided into plump cloves and the outer skin in dry and papery.

FEATURED PLANT: CHIEF JOSEPH

Pinus contorta subsp. latifolia ‘Chief Joseph’ is an absolutely beautiful conifer with an interesting origin story. Making a striking addition to any landscape with its rich, golden winter color. Pinus contorta is divided into three major subspecies, contorta (shore pine), latifolia (lodgepole pine) murrayana (also commonly called lodgepole pine). The species is native to the Pacific Coast from Central California up through the Yukon Territory. Out of the three subspecies, latifolia is the most widespread. ‘Chief Joseph’ is a specially curated selection of subsp. latifolia collected and grafted in the late 1970s by Doug Will of Sandy, Oregon, while on an elk hunting trip in Oregon’s Wallowa Mountains. Will named his find after Chief Joseph, the legendary chief of the Nez Perce tribe.

‘Chief Joseph’ is a slow growing conifer pine that reaches 4-6 feet in 10 years and attaining a mature height of 20 feet in 30 years.

FUN FACTS ON FALL COLOR

Larch is one of the only deciduous conifers that turns a brilliant yellow in the fall.
Leaves of some trees such as Birches, Poplars, and traditional Aspen's are always yellow in the fall, never red.
The fall leaves of Maples, some Crabapples, and Oaks are usually red.
Many plants stop making food in the fall. The chlorophyll goes away, causing those orange and yellow fall colored leaves we love so much.

The amount of rain in a year also affects leaf color. A severe drought will likely advance the arrival of fall colors by a few weeks.
Warm days, cool nights, and steady moisture is the best weather combination for a brilliant, long lasting fall season.
Bright sunlight is essential for the production of the red pigment we see in fall leaves. If you were to cover part of a leaf before it starts to turn, the part of the leaf under the mask will turn yellow while the exposed part will turn red.

DID YOU KNOW... DEER CAN'T READ

Trust us, we are trying hard to teach them, so far no luck!

Deer resistant plant choices are a relatively safe bet, but you know as well as we do deer can't read. A "deer resistant" plant, tree, or shrub is a great way to start setting up the perfect Central Oregon landscape but it is after all just that, a great start. In our experience it depends on the deer, some are more adventurous and destructive than others. To play it safe we recommend Bobbex Deer and Animal Repellent. A #1 rated repellent that acts fast, is safe, and long lasting.

BE THE FIRST ON THE BLOCK TO SEE ALL THE NEW HOLIDAY ITEMS.

Holiday Cheer is high on our list here at Landsystems Nursery. You won't want to miss our Winter Wonderland Greenhouse this season. In fact, we celebrate so hard we start setting up in September!

Come November 1st all of the gifts, wreaths, ornaments, trees and holiday cheer will be in full effect.

SEASONAL CLASS SCHEDULE COMING SOON

You won't want to miss Cindy's holiday classes this year!

Keep your eyes peeled for the upcoming class schedule.

From a past wreath class where everyone went home with a handmade beauty.