While true banana plants are far too large for any home, the Dwarf Musa Banana Plant - which grows up to six feet tall - is the perfect size for anyone looking for a unique, special tropical plant to spice up their decor or landscape. Banana plants thrive best in a humid, bright and spacious atmosphere, [...]
"Sprucedale Gardens has been growing Beebee trees, also called Korean Evodia, for a couple of years now. They grow to about 30’ and have the great characteristic of flowering during the summer dearth, in late July to early August. Honeybees love the nectar from the large flower clusters. I’ve been to a mature tree here in northeast [...]
A Letter From Paul Larson, 8.31.15 "As far as the weather is concerned, I guess it’s true that no two years are exactly alike. However, one thing that does seem to be consistent from year to year is the occurrence of a prolonged dry spell sometime in mid-July to late August. While I know some other [...]
Mountain Laurel When many other flowers have gone away for the season, Mountain Laurel adds some bright, summer colors to your garden. The fragrant, dainty pink and white evergreen shrub is the Connecticut State flower, native to the Eastern United States. It was first documented in 1624, a favorite of travelers. Cherokees use the plant as an analgesic [...]
Laburnum Pendula Weeping Golden Chain "The hanging 'chains' are very striking. It's very nice. It bloomed recently." White Fringe Tree "It has fragrant, white flowers. It's native to the area. The white against the green - that contrast is so neat." Astilbe "These are not quite open, but they're pretty like this. They come in many [...]
Lemon Basil Grown primarily in the Southern part of Asia, Lemon Basil has a strong citrus scent but a mild flavor. It's primary use is in cooking, including syrups and grilled seafood. Arp Rosemary Fragrant and flavorful, this herb is a favorite for seasoning. It also can be added to flower arrangements to add some extra aromas [...]
HOW TO PLANT YOUR CHRISTMAS TREE: These trees are living plants and need to be treated as such. Their natural time of dormancy (winter rest period) must be accommodated to ensure good health and growth next year. 1. CHOOSE THE PLANTING SITE: Dig the hole, removing the soil and storing about half of the soil in [...]
Sprucedale Gardens is proud to present Clematis! We are carrying more varieties than ever before and many are beginning to bloom! There are more Clematis here than you can "shake a stick at" (Paul Larson's words!) so come visit us and see these flowers and many more! Facts: Clematis are members of the buttercup family and have [...]
All plants have a Victorian meaning and the Forsythia is the symbol for anticipation. We can't argue! The Forsythia is one of the first to bloom in spring and there's nothing more exciting than seeing their bright, yellow petals after a long, cold winter. And there's more! Sprucedale Gardens is now offering very new compact [...]