Seasonal Tip

Don't Underestimate The Power Of The Perennial

The growing season is winding down for the year and now is the time to give your late blooming perennials a chance to shine.

Certain perennials, like Daylilies, Catmint, Sage, etc., have worn out their welcome and should be cut back. These perennials take up quite a bit of room after they have grown and bloomed all summer long.

Most of their foliage is not very attractive at this time of year, so cut them back and spread a light layer of mulch over top of them to make their stems disappear. (Organic or hardwood bark mulch will work, however, organic mulch will breakdown easier and can be incorporated into the soil next season when you culitvate.)

This is also a great time to get a jump on thinning and dividing your perennials for next season. Your 18 inch Daylilies can provide 4 to 6 new plants for your home!

Consider adding value to your landscape with a well maintained perennial garden. Enlist the services of an Ohio Landscape Association (OLA) landscape professional to help design and install your perennial garden.

Your professional will help you choose an arrangement of perennials based, not only on your personal preferences, but also with considerations such as: hardiness, color and height, time of bloom, and, most importantly, where to plant your perennials.

Click on the "Find A Professional" button to search for your OLA contractor today.

Enjoy your surroundings!