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Organic Gardening

About Organic Fertilization

Non-organic fertilizers contain chemicals such as ammonia or is extracted from minerals. Introducing manmade chemicals into your soil not only effects your plants, it effects your soil! Organic fertilizers contain only the most natural of ingredients so you can feel at ease about what you’re introducing to your garden. For organic fertilization in Bedford, White Plains or other areas in Westchester County, New York, call Westchester Tree Life at (914) 238-0069!

Organic Vegetable Gardening

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We offer organic fertilization in Westchester County!

Starting your own vegetable garden is a great way to monitor what goes into the veggies you’re eating! Organic vegetable gardening takes patience, maintenance and care, but the end-result is very gratifying. Before you start your organic vegetable garden, it’s important that you understand what kind of soil you have and how much sun your garden can provide. Read Better Homes and Gardens’ Tips for Growing an Organic Vegetable Garden for more tips and tricks here.

Call Westchester Tree Life today for organic fertilization!

Blooming Shrubs

Shrub Care in New York

Westchester Tree Life’s professional team of arborists are here to assist you in plant health care management to ensure that your blooming shrubs maintain their health and beauty all season long! Westchester Tree Life’s shrub care experts can answer any questions you may have regarding soil, size, watering, and sun exposure. Read about plant health care management, and view our full service list here. To request a consultation, fill out our online form here.

The Mountain Laurel

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Adorn your garden with the Mountain Laurel’s pink, white or red blooms! This beautiful shrub thrives in sun or shade, with moist or well-drained soil. While the Mountain Laurel is beautiful, some parts of this plants are poisonous, which is something to keep in mind if you have small children.

Do you need help determining if your soil is the proper pH for planting a particular shrub? Call Westchester Tree Life at (914) 238-0069 for shrub care in New York and Westchester County.

Bridalwreath Spiraea

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If your Westchester home tends to have dry soil, perhaps the Bridalwreath Spiraea is for you! Clusters of white flowers bloom mid to late spring and the leaves turn a beautiful color during fall time. Planting a Bridalwreath Spiraea in your yard will add instant whimsy.

Heath

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Ideal for rock gardens and other areas with well-drained and acidic soil, Heath, also known as Heather, adds a bright pop of color. This tiny shrub blooms anytime from late winter to early spring; flowers can be pink, white or red. Heather can grow up to ten inches tall and two feet wide.

To request a free consultation from Westchester County’s Westchester Tree Life, fill out our online form here.

Tree Feature: Saucer Magnolia

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The Saucer Magnolia, Magnolia soulangeana

As the bleak winter fades away and nature begins to show signs of life again, one of the first trees to flower and bloom is the beautiful Saucer Magnolia. This tree is known in some areas as the Tulip Tree, even though it is part of the Magnolia family. Starting in late March or April, the Saucer Magnolias bud and then bloom their beautiful pink or white flowers. These flowers are known for their big petals and fragrant smell.

Benefits of the Saucer Magnolia:

Beautiful Flowers
Attract birds and butterflies
Hearty enough to withstand long, cold New York winters
Provide lots of shade in the summer

Caring for Your Saucer Magnolia

Saucer Magnolias require minimal maintenance, especially after they’re no longer saplings. Make sure it gets regular water, and prune when needed.