Rabbit Damage: What to do next

A few weeks ago, Landscape Garden Centers’ experts showed you how to spot rabbit damage on your plants and trees. Join us as we talk about how to rescue your rabbit damaged plants (if possible). Now that you’ve identified the areas damaged by the rabbits, here’s what to do next.

1. If the majority of the plant still looks undamaged, but you have some areas to prune
   back, take your pruner and cut the damaged branches off at an angle.

2. Be sure to cut back to the next node on the branch to encourage new growth.

3. If the entire plant has been damaged, you can either wait to see how it comes back for
   the next couple of seasons, or go ahead and cut back/remove all of the dead and see if
   any new growth happens.

4. If it is a woody plant, you may need a saw to cut the branches.

5. If there is no salvaging the plant that has been eaten, stop in and we can help you pick out a new plant

6. We will even install the new plant and remove the dead one as an additional service.

Ready to grow? Stop in and check out our selection and get expert advice at Landscape Garden Centers in Sioux Falls, SD

How to Plant a Tree: Step-By-Step Guide

If you’re looking to plant a tree to replace one damaged by weather or rabbits, Landscape Garden Centers is here to help walk you through the tree planting process. The best time to plant a tree in Sioux Falls is early spring through October. Our expert staff has created a step-by-step process on how to plant a tree, as well as a helpful video with a few tree planting tips and tricks.

Tree Planting Tips

1. Dig up the dead tree using a pointed spade, pop it out of the ground, and set it aside. Make sure the planting hole is 2-3 times wider than the container of the newly planted tree to allow for healthy root system development.

2. If needed, add soil boosters such as compost or black dirt if the planting site contains a lot of clay to encourage root development.

3. Pull the new tree out of the pot and loosen the feeder roots by hand or with a spade/utility blade to prevent circling tree roots.

4. Set the tree in the hole, ensuring the root collar is above the soil level. Fill in with soil, remove air pockets, pack for stability, mulch, and water thoroughly. We recommend using a root stimulator to promote healthy growth. (We can help you select the right tree and the best root stimulator for it!)

5. If you have issues with wildlife, we recommend either a granular deterrent (available at LGC) or a physical barrier. If you have high winds, stake the tree at two or three points depending on the size of the tree.

The experts at Landscape Garden Centers are here to help. Stop by and check out our tree selection, soil boosters, root stimulators, and more!

How to Plant Different Types of Trees

Most trees can be planted using our plant a tree how to guide, but some trees require additional steps depending on their growing method.

• Ball & Burlap Trees

  Ball & Burlap (B&B) trees have their roots balled up in soil wrapped in burlap material. Ensure the top of the root ball is level with or slightly above the surrounding soil to prevent root rot from excess moisture.

  Landscape Garden Centers offers the best selection of B&B trees for sale in the Sioux Falls area.

• Bare Root Trees

  Bare root trees come without a pot or soil, making them lightweight and easy to plant. Soak the root system in water for several hours before planting to hydrate them and encourage root development.

  Stop by our tree nursery to check out our bare root trees for sale in Sioux Falls.

• Potted Trees

  These trees are grown in a pot with potting soil. Before planting, loosen the feeder roots to help them spread into the surrounding soil and prevent girdling roots.

  We have an extensive selection of potted trees for sale in Sioux Falls.

• Shade Trees

  Shade trees grow quickly and provide cooling shade in just a few years. Choose a planting site with enough room for both above-ground canopy growth and underground root system expansion.

  Visit our tree nursery to find the best shade trees for sale this season.

• Fruit Trees

  Fruit trees add beauty to your landscape and provide home-grown produce. Select a sunny planting site with good air circulation to encourage healthy growth and fruit production.

  Come see our selection of fruit trees for sale and enjoy fresh-picked fruit from your yard!

• Ornamental Trees

  Ornamental trees come in unique shapes, often featuring blossoms, colorful foliage, or even fruit. Consider the tree’s mature size and flowering season to enhance your landscape’s beauty.

  We have a wide selection of ornamental trees for sale to add elegance to your property today.

• Evergreen Trees

  Evergreen trees provide year-round foliage, making them ideal for windbreaks and privacy. Choose a planting site with enough space for both the branches and root system to spread.

  Check out our beautiful selection of evergreen trees for sale in Sioux Falls.

Tree planting Services in Sioux Falls

Whether you’re planting young trees, new trees, or large trees, Landscape Garden Centers can help. We offer the best tree services in Sioux Falls, including:

• Delivery

• Planting

• Mulching

• Watering

We also provide a water care guide to ensure your newly planted trees live a long and healthy life.

Have questions on our tree care services? Give us a call at (605) 338-0706, fill out our contact form, or stop by our tree nursery today!

Shade Annuals for Sale in Sioux Falls

Landscape Garden Centers has a wide variety of shade annuals for sale in Sioux Falls for your shade garden, hanging baskets, and plant containers this season. Just because you have a shady spot that doesn’t get much sunlight doesn’t mean you can’t fill it with pretty flowers and colorful foliage.

Why Choose Shade Annuals?

Shade annuals are the best way to add seasonal fun to the shady areas of your yard. Whether you need garden flowers for light shade or deep shade, choosing the right shade annual plants is key to creating a beautiful space.

Our Sioux Falls garden center has the best shade annual flowers for sale, including:

• Dark green foliage plants for full, lush displays

• Pink flowers and showy flowers to add contrast

• Drought-tolerant plants for low-maintenance care

Not sure how to pick shade annuals? We’ll walk you through how to choose shade annual plants and what to look for when selecting annuals for shade.

• Common Shade Annual Plants in Sioux Falls

  • Impatiens – Classic shade annuals with continuous blooms

  • Begonias – Versatile and low-maintenance annual plants

  • Pansies – Cool-season garden flowers with vibrant blooms

  • Coleus – Stunning foliage with bold patterns

  • Lobelia – Delicate blue flowers for hanging baskets

  • Browallia – Also known as the sapphire flower, great for deep shade

  • Torenia – Unique, trumpet-shaped flowers in various colors

  • Caladium – Large, heart-shaped leaves with bright, eye-catching patterns

how to choose Shade annuals

• Check the shade level – Shade annuals thrive in part shade, needing four or fewer hours of direct sunlight per day. If you’re unsure, check whether your space gets sun or shade throughout the day.

• Watering needs – Don’t want to water daily? Choose drought-tolerant shade annual plants.

• Space considerations – Measure where the annual plants will go and read the plant tags to choose shade annuals that fit.

• Color and texture – Choose your favorite colorful foliage, pink flowers, or showy flowers to brighten your space.

• Fertilization – Regular feeding promotes healthy growth and vibrant blooms all season, starting in early spring.

Sioux Falls Garden Center

Ready to get outside? If you're looking for shade annuals for sale, shade annual flowers for sale, or annuals for shade, Landscape Garden Centers has you covered.

Visit our Sioux Falls garden center and nursery to explore our selection of shade annuals Sioux Falls gardeners love.

We also carry garden supplies to help with your planting and landscaping projects. Not sure how to plant or have a big landscaping project in mind? Get in contact with our landscape designers in Sioux Falls, SD to help bring your vision to life.

Got questions about plant material, shade annuals, or light shade flowers? Call us, fill out our contact form, or stop by and talk to one of our experts.

See you this season!

Find out How To Select The RIght Office Plant

Curious about adding a houseplant to your office? From Spider plants to Philodendrons, Cactuses to Snake plants, our experts will take you through the things to think about when choosing a plant for the office. Interested in learning more or taking a plant to your office? Stop in to Landscape Garden Centers today!