The Official Landscape Company
of Mystic Seaport
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Mowing, Trimming, and Organic Lawn Care
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Special Announcement
Sprigs & Twigs has been designated an essential business and we are open, in accordance with CT Governor Ned Lamont's Executive Order 7H, dated March 20, 2020.
Welcome to Sprigs & Twigs
Founded in 1997, Sprigs & Twigs, Inc. is an award-winning leader in the creation and care of beautiful outdoor living spaces throughout southeastern Connecticut, southern Rhode Island and surrounding communities. We are stewards of our environment specializing in organic and eco-friendly land care.
New Book from Sprigs & Twigs
Sprigs & Twigs is pleased to announce our first book which includes our favorite "Ask the Landscape Professional" articles. Order one today for someone special, or yourself!
The Best of Ask The Landscape Professional
- Over 200 of your gardening questions answered
- Organized in an easy to use 3 ring binder
- An invaluable reference guide
- A real treasure to give to that special gardener on your List (or yourself)!
- $39-95 + tax = $42.48 + shipping and handling. It can also be picked up at our Gales Ferry Office
For more information,
download the flyer for this book.
To Order Your Copy
To order this book, you can use the PayPal Buy Now option below or contact Robin at Sprigs &
Twigs by calling (860) 235-0752.
Ask The Landscape Professional
"Ask The Landscape Professional" is a weekly series by Master Gardener Linda K. Lillie, President and Senior Designer at Sprigs & Twigs. It is published weekly in The Day and other regional newspapers covering a variety of Landscape, Maintenance, Lawn Care, and Tree Care topics.
QUESTION:
I have a 15-year-old Mimosa tree that has bloomed beautifully until this year. Although the leaves appear normal, there have only been a handful of blooms. What's your suggestion? By the way, I really enjoy your column! Thank you, Martha
ANSWER:
Mimosa trees are interesting, unusual and beautiful. They are native to Asia, but they do well in many climates throughout the United States. Mimosa trees (Albizia julibrissin) are a legume which means they are one of the plants that "fies" nitrogen out of the atmosphere and transports it to the root zone where it can be used as fertilizer by the tree. Consequently, a mimosa does not have to be in particularly fertile soil because it actually improves the soil itself. Its leaves get up to 20...
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"Thanks for your dedicated and consistent efforts which keep our property looking both natural and beautiful."Fred and Karen A.
"Thank you for your work on our yard and for the wonderful team that comes to our home. We are thankful for each person and their great talent."Ken and Taudy C.
"Very friendly and efficient crew. Open to working with us. Prompt response from Linda regarding our needs and concerns."Barbara B.
"The design, site preparation and planting of our woodland garden were done professionally, neatly and on schedule. We are so very pleased. It looks like it would have been there naturally."Joanne L.
"The best landscape team ever! I am 100% pleased with their steadfast, expertly organized and the beautiful results of their dedicated hard work in beautifying our property."Bev
"This was the third season your company has been working here and the lawn has far surpassed our expectations."John
"The work was done so quickly, professionally and clean up was great. We really love the design and look forward to seeing it grow in and change over the years."Melanie and Rich P.
"I am so happy to have a solid relationship with the finest, well-organized landscape company anywhere!"Susan M.
