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Horticultural Trivia What tree or shrub is virtually extinct? It has not been seen in the wild since 1790.

Storm Resistant Trees

In central Virginia five years ago, as well as other areas around the country, (June 29, 2012), we experienced the Mid-Atlantic and Midwest derecho with incredibly high winds and rain followed by downed trees, damaged property, and lack of electrical power – even loss of life. The destructive storm was amazingly quick and efficient and almost totally shut down many parts of the county due to…

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Hotpots Container Gardening

Our hotpots division is comprised of expert container gardeners who put beauty and love into a planted container and deliver it right to your door or event. Containers can be seasonally planted with annuals or perennials, small shrubs and dwarf trees and then augmented with seasonal annuls.

Containers can be large with specimen plants or small with mixed plantings. They can stand alone or be…

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Steve Pekary - Young Professional of the Year

Steve Pekary – Young Professional of the Year

Congratulations to our very own Steve Pekary for being awarded Young Professional of the Year by the Virginia Nursery and Landscape Association.

Steve Pekary began working at J.W. Townsend Landscapes in March of 2003. In June of 2007 he was promoted to VP and Maintenance Director at which time he had 6 employees.

Today, his team is made up of 35 members and his division has grown exponentially.…

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Holiday Containers

Author Avery Ellis Hotpots Head Gardner

For many Virginia gardeners, the start of December brings a chance to breathe. The frosty mornings and early dark of winter signal a slowing of the pace, a moment to step back and rest after an autumn of hard work. But really, it’s not time to breathe yet!

For Hotpots, the start of December is the start of another busy season, as we hurry to make holiday…

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Sow Seeds This Fall

Most of us do not think of planting seeds or plants in the fall as the traditional garden season is almost over, and the dreary prospect of a winter without fresh produce looms. With care, however, there are many vegetable groups that can be encouraged to “over-winter” in your garden.

Most greens will grow if planted in the fall and will provide delicious salads for your table during the winter.…

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BULBS - Fall is the Time to Think of Spring

BULBS – Fall is the Time to Think of Spring

While the summer days were hot and humid, you did not mind viewing the fruit of your gardening labors from inside (with the air conditioner running). Now the days are starting to cool off; mornings and evenings are pleasant again.

Just when you need an excuse to go out and play in your garden – it’s Fall Bulb Planting Time!

Bulbs planted in fall can make your spring pop early, and give you a…

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Protect Your Landscape

(Photo Caption: Boxwood Leafminer)

Free Plant Health Care Assessment Dear JWT Clients,

We would like to thank you for your continued support of our services. As we near the end of summer, conditions are becoming ideal again for fungus and disease to thrive in the landscape. This includes trees, shrubs and turf.

If you’re currently a JWT maintenance client, the health of your landscape is…

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A Taste of Homegrown

Now is the time of year when you may have an abundance of tomatoes from your garden. A great way to utilize fresh tomatoes and basil from your garden is this simple and delicious recipe.

Bruschetta Fresca

2 cups diced tomatoes

8 leaves fresh basil, chopped

2 cloves garlic, halved

8 slices of baguette

Olive Oil

Salt and pepper

Dice tomatoes and place in bowl. Season with basil, salt and pepper…

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TURF TALK

Summer Management for Cool-Season Grass (Fescue)

Maintaining cool-season turf grass during the summer season is very difficult due to high temperatures, high humidity and periods of drought. These conditions can increase the risk of summer diseases and can affect the overall appearance of your turf. The ideal temperature for successful cool-season grass is 80° and the perfect amount of rainfall…

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JWT Receives National Safety Award

We were recently awarded an Overall Safety Achievement Award for 2015 from the National Association of Landscape Professionals.

The award, part of the association’s Safety Recognition Awards Program, honor those companies with high-performing safety programs that have a multi-year track record of creating and maintaining safe work environments for their employees.

We received the award by…

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Fall is the Ideal Time for Lawn Improvement

RENOVATE YOUR LAWN BY AERATION AND OVERSEEDING (A&O) WHAT IS AERATION?

Aeration is the process of mechanically removing small plugs of thatch and soil from the lawn to improve natural soil aeration. Commonly referred to as “core aeration” in the lawn service industry, but you may have also heard of it as soil cultivation (coring, spiking and slicing). Most homeowners simply call it aeration.

WHA…

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Our Scout Guide Spread

We wanted to share the love with our new spread in The Scout Guide Charlottesville Volume 8.

Garden Details:

Garden located at a private residence in Albemarle County

Garden installed and maintained by J.W. Townsend Landscapes

Hardscape installed by J.W. Townsend Landscapes

Hotpots installed and maintained by J.W. Townsend Landscapes

Landscape architecture by Rachel M. Lilly

Photo by Stacy Evan’s…

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Meet the Staff: Conrad Hershberger

Pictured above is Conrad

Meet Conrad Hershberger

What is your middle name? Glen

Where are you from? Greenville, VA

What is your favorite holiday or day of the year and why? Thanksgiving day is a great time with family and enjoying the outdoors.

How long have you worked for JWT? One year

Do you have any pets? If so, type and name? Yes. (1) dog – Arva-Lisa (1) cat – Jerry (15) chickens (2)…

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Be on the Lookout for Japanese Beetles

This post is going to be short and sweet. Just like a Japanese beetle. Well, I’m not sure if they’re sweet.

Lincoln, our spray technician, has shared some #landscape #tips with us and I thought I would pass them on. 1. Now is the time to start watching out for building populations of Japanese beetles. Emergence will have already started in the last few days, and they will continue to build in…

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Virginia Ephemerals - Spice up the Spring Garden

Virginia Ephemerals – Spice up the Spring Garden

Do you occasionally get tired of the too well organized garden scene?

Have you dabbled in the spontaneity of ephemeral-like plants such as daffodils and crocus?

These plants will bring a boost of color to your garden and your mood after a long winter nap…

Ephemeral plants pop up early in the Spring – grow, flower, set seed, and start to curl back into the ground as most trees are leafing out.…

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Native to Your Landscape

Using native plants in your landscape can be a great way to ‘be green.’ Indigenous plants are adapted to the climate and precipitation of the region where they are found, so they are naturally hardy. Native plants benefit from pollination and seed dispersal from local wildlife and provide food in return. As our communities become more urban, it is especially important to maintain natural…

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