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Tree Dormancy – why trees lose their leaves

Deciduous trees go through a period of inactivity, known as dormancy, during the winter months. Dormancy is brought about by decreasing day length (photoperiodism), cold initiating chemical actions that cause leaf drop, thereby making Autumn the perfect time to don a sweater, grab a cup of pumpkin-spice latte, spend some time outside and become mesmerized watching the swathes of green trees fade away–replaced by dazzling amber, maroon, gold and bronze hues.

By M Kolenut|2020-10-04T17:57:25-04:00October 4th, 2020|Gardening, Landscaping, Native Plants, Sustainable Landscaping|

Blue Woods Aster – aster cordifolius

Native Perennial Plant Blue Woods Aster “aster cordifolius“ is an excellent choice for any backyard wildlife garden or woodland shade garden. Splashes of blue abound this time of the year; in garden beds, in woodland settings, and in many community parks. They are vital native flower for honey bees, native bees and butterflies. Even during the summer when they aren’t blooming yet, they play host to the caterpillars of crescent and checkerspot butterflies (both endangered species).

By M Kolenut|2020-09-24T15:07:13-04:00September 23rd, 2020|Landscaping, Native Plants, Sustainable Landscaping|

Aronia arbutifolia Red Chokeberry

Although the aronia family is small in number, their benefits are numerous. Commonly called Red Chokeberry, aronia arbutifolia is native to the Eastern United States. ‘Brilliantissima’, a cultivar, typically grows slowly to 6-8′ tall and is perhaps most noted for its attractive glossy red berries and red fall foliage color. Blossoming with a display of small clusters of white flowers in the spring and then deep red berries in the autumn, providing an excellent food source for wildlife and birds.

By M Kolenut|2020-08-24T21:07:18-04:00August 24th, 2020|Landscaping, Native Plants, Sustainable Landscaping|

Serving Franklin Lakes

Lincoln Landscaping Inc of Franklin Lakes N.J. is honored to announce the appointment of Michael Kolenut as a member of the Franklin Lakes NJ Shade Tree Commission. Michael's term on the commission will run through December 31st, 2022. Mike will bring his knowledge of organics and native trees and plants to work with the commission to maintain and preserve the community in a sustainable way.

By M Kolenut|2020-08-08T14:07:09-04:00August 8th, 2020|Landscaping, Native Plants, Organics, Sustainable Landscaping|

Eastern Redbud – Cercis canadensis

Growing throughout the eastern United States and being of a somewhat modest size, Eastern redbuds perform well as understory trees (a shrub or tree that is small enough and sufficiently shade tolerant to thrive under the canopies of other, taller trees) and are stunning when planted in groups. The horizontal branching pattern adds architectural interest to the garden and makes an attractive canopy for spring bulbs. An excellent choice if you wish to attract pollinators to your gardens. Redbuds are recognized by ecologists as atttracing large numbers of native bees and also provides nesting material and areas for them.

By M Kolenut|2020-07-25T18:10:56-04:00July 25th, 2020|Landscaping, Native Plants, Sustainable Landscaping|

Companion Perennial Planting

As with any form of companion planting, doing so with native plants focuses on the idea of beneficial diversity in a sustainable garden. There are numerous benefits native plant companions can provide:Preventing diseases through diversity is of immense benefit. In a monoculture, where many of the same type of plants are planted together, pests can easily spread from one plant to the next. Mixing with companion plants can interrupt this cycle of spread.

By M Kolenut|2020-07-14T12:44:49-04:00July 14th, 2020|Gardening, Landscaping, Native Plants, Organics, Sustainable Landscaping|

Corridors of Habitat

While driving on the New Jersey Turnpike in early May I espied a beautiful and wondrous sight. An expansive and long "Corridor of Habitat". A wildlife corridor is a link of wildlife habitat, generally native vegetation, which joins two or more larger areas of similar wildlife habitat. Corridors are critical for the maintenance of ecological processes including allowing for the movement of animals and the continuation of viable populations.

By M Kolenut|2022-08-17T13:03:36-04:00July 6th, 2020|Landscaping, Native Plants, Organics, Sustainable Landscaping|