Crepe myrtles ("crape myrtles") are one of the most common plants in the Northern Virginia, DC Metro area, and for good reason – their flowers stand out among the rest! From pink to white to red or ... Read More >
Invasive Plants Are Dangerous To The Environment: This is Why
At RTEC, we consider plants to be our friends – that is, unless they cause harm to other plants and wildlife. While the specific damage is dependent on species, there is one thing that is the same for ... Read More >
Harmful or Harm-free? 3 Tree Bugs You Should Look Out For in 2021
There are several bug species that can infest your landscape this year, especially once summer rolls around. But why wait? Why not start preparing yourself and your plants for what's to ... Read More >
Your Evergreen Trees Are Probably Dehydrated in Winter: This is Why
Winter carries a host of different opinions. While some people may enjoy cozying up indoors with a blanket and a nice book, others may miss their outdoor adventures under the blazing sun. Whichever ... Read More >
8 Eco-Friendly Ways You Can Recycle Your Christmas Tree
Now that Christmas is over, slowly but surely the time is coming where we must say goodbye to the Christmas trees in our homes. The beautifully decorated evergreen tree has provided joy, festivity, ... Read More >
