Fall Color

Everyday I'm here on our Barker Creek property, something stands out and really catches my eye. Today, even with the lack of sun, the October Glory Maples are lit up like they're shining.
You should check them out. The first of our red maples to turn color sold out in 5 days ,all 30. They were the burgandy wine red maple. The October Glory extends that incredible red fall color another 2-3 weeks which never gets old.

When I design landscapes and the client wants that awesome red foliage I use a sugar maple or birch trees for their yellow fall color to show the stunning contrast.

Reminder to all who love our Dairy Doo compost: now is the time to feather it thru the yard or mix it around your perennials as you cut them back. Just this last week we tilled it thru our veggie garden and spread rye seed. Its never too late or too early. Those're my thoughts for now.

Prepping your Plants for Winter

Are your plants ready for winter? Since they're predicting snow and freezing temps it might be a good idea to think about getting the burlap and stakes out and wrapping those Rhododendrons, Azaleas, and other sensitive plants. It's also a good time to add some extra mulch around the base of all your plants. Remember, a little time spent now will result in happier, healthier plants come spring!

Thank You Friends and clients of Barker Creek. To my employees a huge
round of applause what an excellent Customer Appreciation Day.....
A success all the way around.. Take care ;) Terry

Seminar Schedule for Sunday's Customer Appreciation Day

We've got some great seminars scheduled for this Sunday's Customer Appreciation Day. The schedule is as follows:

11:00 Bulb Bouquets: Proper fall bulb planting and design

11:45 Winterizing Your Garden: what and when to properly burlap and other protective tips

12:30 Winter Food Sources for your Wildlife: Grass River Natural Area will be on hand to present information on this hot topic

1:15 Landscape Design with special focus on Rain Gardens

2:30 Proper Planting Techniques: Watering, root and soil tips, tree dedication in memory of Gray Wagerson

3:15 Hardscapes, Pathways, and Rockwalls

4:30 Hedgescapes: Discover this hot new trend using height, color and texture to create privacy and block unwanted views

A.C. Paws, Habitat for Humanity, and Grass River Natural Area will provide information throughout the day on their organizations. There may even be a puppy or two available for adoption. Plus, we'll have silent auction items with 100% of the auction proceeds distributed to these organizations. Soups and sandwiches will be provided all day at no additional cost.