Michael Kolenut

About M Kolenut

Michael E. Kolenut, President of Lincoln Landscaping Inc, is a certified Organic Consultant. A NOFA registered Organic Company, I have had the distinct honor to teach a leg of the NJ Organic Land Care program at Rutgers University to other landscapers who are trying to learn a better way to serve their clients. Come and partner with us to do the right thing for you, your children, your pets, and your community. Our company mission is to get these organic and sustainable solutions out to you, the client.

Fothergilla – Hamamelidaceae

Fothergilla, commonly known as witch hazel, is a native shrub in woodlands of the eastern United States. It is a genus of the shrub family Hamamelidaceae. Within this family are two subspecies, Fothergilla Major and Fothergilla gardenii (Mt Airy). The two species are very similar, except for flower size, leaf base symmetry, and mature overall plant size and habit.

Native Viburnums

Viburnums, renowned for their white and many times fragrant flowers, fall color and berries, have long been popular shrubs. They are plants that just keep giving during all the garden seasons. Even though they bloom in the springtime, their flowers develop into berries providing food and nectar to a variety of wildlife providing sustenance, and their branching habit and foliage transforms into delightful autumn colors.

Fostering Employee Growth

Just as within the realm of organic land and landscape care, providing the necessary opportunities for growth results in the greatest degree of sustainability. Providing our employees with both the knowledge and opportunity to invest in themselves fosters employee growth and harmony, fosters a less stressful home life through a sense of accomplishment and financial security, and last but not least leads to quality employees providing quality service.

By |2019-11-06T10:46:46-05:00May 9th, 2019|Organics, Sustainable Landscaping|

Spiderwort – tradescantia virginiana

An interesting and long-blooming perennial for native plant gardens, woodland or shade gardens, wild gardens or naturalized areas. Virginia spiderwort inhabits dry upland forests, rocky open woods, and wood edges, typically in acid soils. It seems to prefer shaded situations but can sometimes be found in full sun. This species adapts well to cultivation, is easy to grow, and reliably makes an attractive garden specimen.

By |2019-04-27T14:43:04-04:00April 27th, 2019|Gardening, Landscaping, Native Plants, Sustainable Landscaping|

Arbor Day 2019 – Plant a Tree

National Arbor Day is April 26, 2019. So let’s get together and celebrate the importance of trees! At Lincoln Landscaping we inspire people to plant, nurture and celebrate trees and encourage, promote and teach sustainable landscaping practices and principles. Michael Kolenut recently received this “Certificate of Appreciation” from the Arbor Day Foundation for his continued support of their mission to plant, nurture and celebrate trees.

By |2019-04-25T16:33:00-04:00April 25th, 2019|Landscaping, Organics, Sustainable Landscaping|

Celebrate Earth Day 2019

The Earth and its ecosystems are our home. In order to achieve a just balance among the economic, social, and environmental needs of present and future generations, it is necessary to promote harmony with nature and the Earth. April 22nd, Earth Day is an annual event created to celebrate the planet’s environment and raise public awareness about pollution.

By |2019-04-20T11:32:26-04:00April 20th, 2019|Native Plants, Organics, Sustainable Landscaping|

Native Gardening with Geraniums

Cranesbill, or commonly known as geranium are a perfect choice for someone looking to add a touch of color to the garden this year. With a diverse selection within it's genus, it is a great choice for a native plant to provide an array of colors while attracting a diverse selection of wildlife at the same time. Varieties range in their uses, and with over 400 species resistant to pests, geranium are a perfect plant for a novice gardener looking for an easy to handle, hardy flower that spread easily. Utilizing many low growing, carpet like plants like geranium in your garden is a cost efficient way to fill in areas while also vastly improving the appearance of the area. At the same time, cranesbills make for very fragrant flowers that have no trouble attracting and feeding plenty of welcome garden guests, like butterflies and bees.

By |2019-03-17T13:48:40-04:00March 17th, 2019|Gardening, Landscaping, Native Plants, Sustainable Landscaping|
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