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It depends on the tree and the reason for the pruning. Some pruning can be done year round but by and large the best time to prune mature trees is in the winter. This way there is less shock to the tree during its growing season.

By choosing to plant native plants we aim to create landscapes that mimic the natural communities of plants present in the mid-atlantic. These plant systems have evolved to grow together, from grasses to shrubs to trees, so, when designed and planted correctly, they all benefit one another, creating beautiful, resilient landscapes.

They can provide onsite drainage for areas where complicated grades make other drainage(french drains, ditches, ect) difficult. They are self-watering, sustainable landscapes that create interesting and beautiful habitats. Finally, they help reduce run off into the stormwater system and the Chesapeake Bay watershed which causes a myriad of environmental issues. Rain gardens have the potential to be an important piece of a more sustainable future.

They create resilient plant communities that provide habitat for local wildlife. When planted in the right conditions, they require far less inputs (fertilizer, water, frequent mowing) than turf or other traditional landscape plants.