Cart is empty Next to pumpkins on the porch, there’s nothing that signals the arrival of autumn like mums. Whether in pots on the front step or in a well-manicured flower bed, mums keep color alive while the rest of the landscape begins to fade. CARING FOR TH ...
7 Steps to Growing Perennials
You may have heard the words “annual” and “perennial” in the gardening world - especially if you have been digging in the dirt for some time. But if you are new to the fun of gardening, you may not be sure what the differences are. In short, ...
Plants with Personality: Vol 3
SNOWDANCE JAPANESE TREE LILAC I am possibly the most complete “package” you can showcase in your landscaping. At my mature state, I provide a great dose of shade at nearly 18 feet high and 20 feet wide. My dark foliage and wide, shelved branches m ...
4 Steps for a Backyard Orchard
Trees are an exceptional addition to your yard, regardless if you’re sitting on an acre or a postage stamp. They are the best places for climbing children, nesting birds, and napping under their canopy. If you can snag a fruit-bearing kind of tree, you c ...
Plants with Personality: Vol 2
Shockingly, the greenhouse is a chatty place and there is no lack of confidence. WE GOT DIRT Dirty Harry.You dirty dog.She’s got dirt on you.Don’t air your dirty laundry.It’s a dirty job, but somebody has to do it.Americans, we love our d ...
Plants with Personality: Vol 1
Our plants are amazing, but you would expect us to say that. Instead, take a listen to what they have to say about themselves. 🌸 P E T U N I A 🌸 ColorBlitz Blue Stardust Petunia Color Photo: Arroyo Grande Although I don’t mind a little ...
4 Ways to Celebrate Arbor Day
There are several ways in which to measure the quality of a tree. You could go with the standards such as bark strength, longevity, root penetration, or its ability to withstand various climates and rodents. Or you could measure the quality ...
Plants That Attract Wildlife
One of the greatest benefits of gardening is producing a food source for wildlife. It almost sounds counter-intuitive since most of the season we’re trying to keep everything out of the garden. But planting to welcome wildlife creates a natural buffet fo ...