Planting and Maintaining Annual Flowers

Annuals are colorful flowers that are available seasonally in Bergen County.  Varieties include Pansies (very early), Petunias, Salvia, Impatiens, Geraniums, Begonias, Marigold, Snapdragons, plus many more.  Most varieties come in a rainbow of colors and usually become available in the beginning of May.  If you are not sure of the right time to plant, Mother’s … Read more

Late Summer is the Perfect Time to Plan for Fall

Hot, steamy, deep-summer days quickly give way to cooler summer weather. Early signs of autumn appear before the calendar even turns to September. Late summer is the perfect time to plan for fall. It’s time to think about the things we need to do to keep our patios, decks, gardens, and lawns in top shape … Read more

Spring time

May is a month of renewal

May is a month of renewal  in our gardens Spring rains nourish the ground as the first flowers of the season peek out from the warming soil. May is a month of renewal. Temperatures gently rise, trees bear their buds, flowers blossom, and wildlife becomes more active. Even in the most urban areas, the signs … Read more

Balancing Your Garden with Annuals and Perennials

Flowers enhance the natural beauty of a yard by integrating color and character. Yet it’s important to understand the difference between the types of flowers and how these differences will affect the look of your yard. Types of Flowers Let’s define the various types of flowers that are available. Annual: An annual flower grows from … Read more

Addicted to Annuals and Perennials in New Jersey

Annuals bring beauty all summer long.Mother’s Day is right around the corner, and the nurseries are stocked full with annual flowers.  Here at Horizon Landscape, Debbie is busy keeping her list up to date preparing for our yearly order.  The varieties and colors or annuals are seemingly endless, but the time to buy them is … Read more