Inspecting and Treating Scale Insects

Inspecting and Treating Scale Insects

As winter gives way to early spring, February and March are critical months for inspecting and treating scale insects in Nebraska. These tiny, sucking pests are notorious for targeting trees and shrubs, both deciduous and evergreen. Scale insects can be identified by...
Winter is Showtime for Evergreens!

Winter is Showtime for Evergreens!

Evergreens: Pine or Spruce or Fir?  Which should you plant? Recommended: Black Hills Spruce, Ponderosa Pine, Vanderwolf Pine, Southwestern White Pine, Colorado Spruce, Serbian Spruce, Norway Spruce, Techny Arborvitae. Avoid: Scotch Pine, Austrian Pine, Emerald Green...
How to Prepare Your Landscape for Winter

How to Prepare Your Landscape for Winter

Harsh winter conditions are right around the corner, and now is the time to make sure your landscape is ready. Here are our favorite winterization tips for your landscape! Prune & Trim Trim shrubs to keep their shape. Renewal prune larger, older shrubs and hedges...
What to Plant in the Fall

What to Plant in the Fall

As the colors of summer have begun to fade and the crisp air of autumn settles in, it’s time for us to prepare for the fall planting season. Planting in the fall can set the stage for a beautiful spring landscape, as the cooler temperatures and moisture help establish...
September Landscaping Tips

September Landscaping Tips

Late summertime and early fall months are essential for homeowners to get their landscape back into shape. Whether you are looking to strengthen the appearance of your yard or protect it from weather conditions, there are several landscaping tips you can use to...
Why are Trees Beneficial?

Why are Trees Beneficial?

Trees are much more than mere components of our landscape. Trees can shade and cool homes, businesses, streets and even your favorite parking stalls at Super Target! Did you know surfaces under trees are up to 45° cooler and homes with shade trees can save 25% off...
Summer Watering Tips

Summer Watering Tips

There is no precise formula for watering landscape plants. A wide range of variables can influence when, how much and how to water: plant type, plant age (newly planted or not), soil type, microclimate, type of watering method used, etc. The suggestions for effective...
Summer Landscape Checklist

Summer Landscape Checklist

Summer is here, bringing longer days, warmer weather, and the perfect opportunity to transform your outdoor space into a vibrant oasis. At Jensen Gardens, we believe that a well-maintained landscape enhances not only the beauty of your home but also your enjoyment of...
What to Plant This Spring!

What to Plant This Spring!

What to Plant This Spring CHOOSE RESILIENT TREES Tough weather requires tough plants. This winter whiplash is hard on us, and even harder on plants. Japanese Maples? Holly? Wisteria? European Mountain Ash? We think not. Natives are always a good choice. Here are a few...
Here’s Your Spring Checklist!

Here’s Your Spring Checklist!

SPRING LANDSCAPE & GARDEN CHECKLIST: Plant spring seasonal planters with spring annuals Plant cool seasonal flowers and vegetables like pansies, asters, allium, coral bells, kale, cabbage, carrots, peas, onion, lettuce, radish, and broccoli. Plant trees and shrubs...