Pruning Thinning is the removal of crossing branches with a goal to increase air circulation. This helps reduce fungal issues or damage from rubbing branches A common mistake that people make is cutting the young suckers at the base of multi-stem shrubs such as lilacs and viburnums. To correct and [...]
Tree Pruning Weight reduction: the goal with this type of pruning is to shorten the length of heavy, overextended branches. By selectively removing branch material from the outer canopy, it decreases leverage, wind resistance, and the strain on the branch unions, preventing breakage. The 3 D’s: this is the rule [...]
Pruning Standards Broccolo staff uses specific terminology to best communicate our goals for each type of plant. Click here to learn about several types of shrub pruning that we offer, and if you can believe it, this is a watered-down version! We have removed much of the detail that we [...]
What is the big deal about moths? They create Extraordinary Caterpillars and are critical to our ecosystem. It’s all over the News!WHAM Channel 13 WROC-Channel 8 Designate no-mow areas. Plant wildflowers. We planted last fall, and look at it now. Get closer, and you will see the flower buds are [...]
TIPS FOR A DEER/CRITTER RESISTANT GARDEN If you reside in Rochester or any of it’s suburbs, you are familiar with the growing population of deer and how much of an impact they can make in our landscapes. There are several approaches to creating a deer resistant garden. It’s worth mentioning that other critters, such as rabbits, will be deterred [...]
Why Are Homeowners Replacing Traditional Lawns? For decades, the traditional suburban lawn has been the default landscape design. A perfectly trimmed green lawn became the symbol of a well-maintained home. Today, however, many homeowners are rethinking that approach. Large turf lawns require constant maintenance, including mowing, watering, fertilizing, and pest control. At [...]
Broccolo Pruning Standards: Professional Shrub Pruning for Healthy, Beautiful Landscapes Proper pruning is one of the most important — and most misunderstood — aspects of landscape care. At Broccolo Lawn & Landscape, we use clear, specific pruning terminology to ensure every shrub and ornamental plant is cared for with intention, precision, [...]
How to avoid salt damage to our trees and shrubs? This photo was taken along 590 north in Rochester, does it seem like more and more salt is being used? While it’s necessary to keep roadways and walkways safe all winter, the use of salt can cause damage to our [...]
Do trees actually explode? You may have seen the viral videos and claims of trees bursting open, sending shards of wood flying. While trees can ‘burst’ and crack, you won’t see such an explosion. As much of the country is experiencing a cold snap, heavy snow and ice can wreak havoc on [...]
Broccolo Invasive Weed Control Methods – By Jessica Demasio For all invasive elimination, expect to continue control efforts for 2-5 years, or even longer, to deplete the seed bank. Plants should be bagged in plastic and disposed of in the trash to prevent seed dispersal or re-rooting. Glysophate is the [...]