NewGardenConcepts.com Landscape Designs in Bucks County, PA

Emerald Ash Borer Coming to Bucks County, PA

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 14:36:26 PST

***UPDATE*** The Emerald Ash Borer is here now.

New Hardiness Zone Maps

Sun, 19 Feb 2012 09:35:17 PST

Bucks County, PA USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map

Boxwood Blight in Bucks County, PA

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 07:40:22 PST

A new disease to be on the lookout for- Boxwood Blight.

Best Shade Trees to Plant in Bucks County, PA Landscapes

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 16:24:13 PST

Bucks County, PA shade trees, trees for the residential landscape

Bucks County Black Walnut Trees

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 12:21:08 PST

Bucks County, PA- A Black Walnut tree in Plumstead Township has been discovered to be infected with the devasting Thousand Cankers Disease.

Trees Dying From Herbicide

Sat, 16 Jul 2011 06:15:53 PST

Imprelis herbicide suspected cause in tree deaths

New Plant Introductions; Butterfly Bush

Mon, 07 Mar 2011 08:56:44 PST

New Butterfly Bush Cultivar

New Plant Introductions; Hydrangea

Mon, 21 Feb 2011 09:22:43 PST

New plant selections for Bucks County, PA landscapes

Sustainable Residential Landscape Design

Tue, 15 Feb 2011 09:31:22 PST

Sustainable residential landscaping reduces the negative human impacts on the land while promoting and healing natural ecosystems.

Shade Gardens in Bucks County, PA

Sat, 22 May 2010 19:51:50 PST

Many gardeners find shady areas around their homes difficult to deal with when it comes time for plant selection. Bucks County, and just about all of Pennsylvania, were once covered by shade-filled forests- so this area is a natural for shade gardening.

Hardscaping in Bucks County

Wed, 07 Apr 2010 17:00:40 PST

Hardscaping is a fairly new word to the English language; it is the flagstone, bricks, pavers, stone, and other materials that make up the ‘hard' portion of the landscape around your home. Here in Bucks County, hardscaping is often synonymous with the EP Henry brand of pavers. While EP Henry is the dominant paver manufacturer in Pennsylvania, other paver brands are also available. Additionally, there exists a multitude of other materials for your hardscape projects.

Lawn Grass Alternatives

Sat, 03 Apr 2010 09:14:18 PST

Green grass and manicured lawns have become an iconic symbol of the American landscape, both here in Bucks County and across the country. Although difficult to maintain, the perfect weed-free lawn is something the typical suburban homeowner will spend many hours and dollars to achieve.

Low-Maintenance Shrub Roses

Sun, 14 Mar 2010 17:54:25 PST

Roses are often considered the most beautiful flowers in the world. A deep red, long-stem Hybrid Tea-Rose is the classic look we all think of when we hear the word ‘Rose.' Try growing this classic in your backyard and you may have a different opinion after the first growing season. These roses can be quite difficult to grow without the regular use pesticides and fungicides. There is a better choice for growing here in Bucks County: Shrub Roses.

Butterflies in Bucks County Gardens

Sat, 13 Mar 2010 13:48:51 PST

Virtually everyone can appreciate a butterfly feeding on the nectar of a summer-blooming flower. Butterflies are often as beautiful as the flowers they seek. By creating the optimum conditions for butterflies, you will attract a greater number and variety of these beautiful insects to your Bucks County garden

How to Mulch; A Guide for using Mulch in your Landscape

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 08:27:59 PST

Mulching your plants and landscape beds has become a rite of spring here in Bucks County. Mulch can certainly help your plants to stay healthy, if properly applied.

Deer Resistant Plants;Landscape Planting with White-Tailed Deer

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 08:24:48 PST

Bucks County has a large population of White-Tailed Deer. Their voracious appetite includes your landscape plantings.

Hydrangeas for Bucks County

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 08:05:14 PST

Hydrangeas have enjoyed a comeback in popularity over the last two decades. One of the most hybridized plants, Hydrangeas are available in an astounding array of sizes, shapes, and flower color. Every garden in Bucks County should have at least one Hydrangea.