It's awe-inspiring to know that most trees we plant will outlast us, and we need to maintain them for the next generation. Tropical and Subtropical Landscaping Growers in the tropics have special challenges to meet, such as dealing with pests and disease nearly full-time. But they also have a wide variety of plants open to them that northern gardeners can only dream about. Virtual Tours Lots of botanical gardens and conservatories now have web sites, showing breathtaking photos to which your own landscape design can aspire. Control A weed is nothing more than a plant that is growing in a place where the gardener does not want it.
Nothing can take away from a beautifully designed landscape than weeds.
Identification Proper identification is the first step toward combatting weeds. Certain methods of control work better with particular weeds. Some can be quite invasive and hand-pulling doesn't always do the trick, so it's best to find out what they are first, before choosing your weapon. Some are more wild than others, it seems, and can take away from your enjoyment with their constant tunneling, chewing, and digging. The occasional butterfly, songbird, or bee add a dimension to our landscapes that plants alone cannot supply.