Ask Elaine: Favorite Trees
Dear Elaine, What is Arbor Day? How can I get more information about trees? What are your favorite trees at Laurelwood? … Continue reading →
Ask Elaine: New Plants in 2019
What new plants are on the horizon in 2019 and what might I anticipate in garden centers this spring? … Continue reading →
Ask Elaine: Cabin Fever
I am itching to get outside and garden. I guess that I have “cabin fever.” Any ideas on what to do to while away the time until the outdoor garden season starts? Thanks. … Continue reading →
Ask Elaine: The Landscape in Winter
Now that the trees have lost their leaves, the landscape takes on a look with different points of interest. How can I duplicate some the beautiful silhouettes that I see at Laurelwood? Thank you and Happy New Year! … Continue reading →
Ask Elaine: Holiday Decorating and Gift Ideas
Do you have any gift ideas for my gardening friends? Or decorating hints? The holidays are approaching and I am in a festive spirit. Thank you and Happy Holidays! … Continue reading →
Ask Elaine: End of Season Garden Activities
I know that it is getting near the end of the garden season, but is there anything else to do. I don’t want to overlook anything.
Ask Elaine: Bringing Plants Indoors for the Winter
I have annuals planted outside and I brought my houseplants out to enjoy the warm summer weather and fresh air. What shall I do for winter? Thanks.
Ask Elaine: “Leaf Peeper” Opportunities
The days are getting cooler and shorter. I would like to know if there are “leaf peeper” opportunities in New Jersey, especially Laurelwood Arboretum, to enjoy fall foliage?
Ask Elaine: Sensory Garden
I enjoy walking through the arbor just outside the Vale Road parking lot and into the Sensory Garden at Laurelwood Arboretum. The garden in colorful and accessible. How did you come up with this garden idea?
Ask Elaine: Pollinators
School is out for the summer and my children have developed an interest in butterflies (I have too!). What can I grow to attract butterflies to our property?