There are tons of new ideas for old pots. In the past, when gardeners thought of window boxes and containers, they thought of geraniums, petunias, caladiums and marigolds. But not anymore! Today, just about anything goes as long as the plant doesn’t mind having its roots contained. Of course, proper light, water and fertilizer […]
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Jul
Jul
Whether you have limited space or an expansive patio or deck, gardening in containers is one of the most popular ways to enjoy plants. Many types of plants are adaptable to container gardening, and those with draping habits and compact growth have long been small-space favorites. Recently, however, designers taking gardening to new heights. And […]
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Jun
Jun
Got the gardening itch, but no yard? Driveway dominating your southern exposure? Or is your garden soil the consistency of your driveway? No problem! For the resourceful and dedicated gardener, these challenges are no reason to throw in the trowel. They’re simply and invitation to explore another world of gardening – container gardens. A world […]
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Jun
Jun
Much like an artist uses oils and watercolors, the gardener uses plants to paint strokes of color across the landscape. Painting with plants lies in the ability to use nature’s hues in a way that delights the eye. Using colors that blend together or are complimentary engage the viewer. Some instinctively know which colors work […]
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Mar
Mar
It seems there’s a vine for every purpose under the sun. And for every garden in the shade. There are vines that grow quickly, vines with bright flowers, vines with colorful foliage and vines with decorative fruits. Many vines combine several of these attributes, making them the perfect choice for a trellis, obelisk, arbor or […]
Call it spring fever, call it cabin fever, call it whatever you like. All we know is that we can’t wait to get out and dig in the dirt. For us, gardeners, winter is always a bit too long and a little too cold. Although we appreciate the break from gardening chores that winter brings, […]
Deer and rabbit damage control questions are some of the most frequently asked at our garden center. “What plants are deer and rabbit resistant?” “How do I know if deer or rabbits are eating my plants?” “How do I stop deer and rabbits from eating my plants?” Deer & Rabbit Resistant Plants Deer and […]
It’s always a shame that just when the window boxes have reached their peak of fullness and color; autumn sneaks in. Frost nips at the foliage and flowers signaling it’s time to clean them out. Or is it? This season, try extending the life of your window boxes, so you can appreciate their beauty year-round. […]
Mention landscaping and most people conjure up an image door of a house with evergreens flanking the front steps. Included in this picture is a walkway and manicured lawn. But a front entry can be so much more. Because it is a space that is passed through everyday, it should receive at least as much […]
The best route between two points isn’t always the straightest or the fastest. Sometimes it’s not the one that gets us to our destination on time, but the one that winds past a stand of stately older homes or that moseys by a cottage. Many of us have a favorite house in town whose charms […]