Spring Planting - A Healthy Foundation
Sunday, April 13th, 2008 
by Cindy Kerschner
Spring is here! Like most gardener’s I’m automatically drawn to the outdoors. But before venturing outside, I survey my yard from a warm vantage point. My favorite survey spot is my kitchen window. From there at this time of year, I can see trees and shrubs which are my “plantation foundation”.
I don’t really have a plantation, but the view from inside your home is one aspect to consider when planning your landscape needs. Early spring is the best time to assess any changes you want to make in the foundation of your plantation.
Healthy landscapes start with healthy foundation plants. It is impossible to tell a tree or shrub to stick out its tongue and say, “Ahhhh”, but we can do the next best thing. We can practice preventive medicine by putting a suitable plant in a proper location. (more…)