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Plant Today for a Better Tomorrow...planting means a better environment & can bring you a fatter wallet!

March 21, 2009
The beauty and aesthetic value of trees, shrubs and plants are readily recognized and lauded by almost everyone. Often overlooked is the significant national and economic value of the managed landscape…the trees and plants under continual care in public, commercial and residential settings. In fact, landscaping is the only urban infrastructure that increases in value over time. Sewers, roads and water systems deteriorate while trees and plants grow to provide increased benefits each year.
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  Trees are Cool!One tree can make a difference...a billion can help save the planet! Participate in the United Nations Billion Tree Campaign to help fight global warming by pledging a tree. All you need to do is plant a tree. Your tree is then easily pledged to the cause...

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 Planting Instructions For Trees and Shrubs

Be sure to plant your new tree or shrub in a site that will allow it to thrive. Different plants have different needs. Make sure the plant you have chosen has ample room to grow (spread & height), proper lighting, correct drainage and soil type to meet its needs. Check with your nursery professional for tips on choosing a site, planting and caring for your plant. >>MORE

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Plant Today for a Better Tomorrow...planting means a better environment & can bring you a fatter wallet! - March 21, 2009
The beauty and aesthetic value of trees, shrubs and plants are readily recognized and lauded by almost everyone. Often overlooked is the significant national and economic value of the managed landscape…the trees and plants under continual care in public, commercial and residential settings. In fact, landscaping is the only urban infrastructure that increases in value over time. Sewers, roads and water systems deteriorate while trees and plants grow to provide increased benefits each year. >>MORE

The Newest & Coolest... 2008 Plant Treasures - February 10, 2008
Is there anyone who does not know that plants are essential to life? We often think about the beauty or the aesthetic value of plants…and rarely remember the true need for plants in order to sustain life on our planet. When you visit us this season and walk through our nursery and other garden center/nurseries around the country, you will see this O2 tag on many plants as a reminder that plants are the producers of earth’s oxygen. >>MORE

Plant Treasures for 2007 - March 21, 2007
Sustainability seems to be the current buzzword in the world of horticulture. >>MORE

Plant Treasures for 2006 - March 12, 2006
Exciting new plants burst on the scene this spring at Peck's... >>MORE

Japanese Beetle Info - July 24, 2003
Japanese beetles pose a threat to many plants in our landscapes. The following information about Japanese beetles may help many of you who are finding the beetles this summer. >>MORE

Butterfly Garden - June 10, 2002
Is your yard a haven for butterflies? It’s easier than you think! A successful butterfly garden feeds caterpillars and butterflies throughout the season. More food plants for caterpillars and flowers for butterflies brings more of both to your garden spring through fall. >>MORE