Garden Blogs

Whether you’re looking to enhance your landscape with its seasonal interest or incorporate it into container gardens, Pink Muhly Grass delivers on beauty and practicality. In this blog, We’ll guide you through planting it in pots, its uses in the landscape, and how to take advantage of its year-round appeal.

Fall is the perfect time to plant bulbs that will burst into bloom when spring arrives, filling your garden with vibrant colors and fragrances after the long winter months. This guide will walk you through the different types of bulbs typically planted in the fall, tips for planting, protecting them from animals, and how to care for your bulbs both after planting and once they’ve bloomed.

Let’s explore five native trees and five native shrubs that bring stunning fall color and learn how to seamlessly incorporate them into your garden!

Whether you’re a seasoned green thumb or a complete beginner, a fall garden brings the reward of fresh produce and vibrant herbs well into the cooler months. Let’s walk through how to get started, what to plant, and what you can expect as the weather shifts.

Camellias are cherished for their stunning blooms and evergreen foliage, making them a beloved addition to gardens around the world. I’m excited to share their rich history, their journey to America, the diverse types available, and how you can successfully incorporate these elegant plants into your landscape.

This blog will guide you through selecting the best fall annuals, planting tips, and how to combine them with perennials for a truly stunning seasonal garden.

Let’s explore how to design a fall garden by planting in the summer, ensuring your landscape is ready to burst into color when autumn arrives.

This article explores the importance of planting native plants in the home landscape, highlights examples of common native plants by season, and provides cultural requirements for each to help you make informed choices for a vibrant, sustainable garden.

In this guide, we’ll explore the world of perennials that thrive in cold-weather containers, adding vibrant hues and evergreen beauty to your winter garden. Discover how to design and care for these stunning arrangements, ensuring your outdoor pots remain a focal point of seasonal charm.

In this blog, we’ll explore some of these remarkable shrubs and share creative ideas for incorporating them into your landscape design!

Ornamental cabbage, with its stunning foliage reminiscent of oversized roses, is a versatile and easy-to-care-for fall annual that can add a touch of elegance to your landscape. In this blog, we’ll explore various creative ways to incorporate ornamental cabbage into your fall garden and outdoor décor.

In this blog, we’ll explore the compelling reasons why autumn is the prime season for planting fruit trees. We’ll also provide you with essential planting instructions, pruning tips, and a fertilizing plan to ensure your fruit trees thrive and yield bountiful harvests.

Our houseplants, citrus trees, and tropical plants have had their day in the sun, but now we must bring them in for the winter to ensure their survival. Typically, once temperatures drop below 60 degrees overnight, you know it is time to make the move. Not so fast though, there are some steps that you should take for a seamless transfer while leaving the mess outdoors.

So, you bought your first home, and you’re ready to ready to transform your outdoor space into the thriving oasis of color and beauty you’ve been dreaming of. Planting shrubs and perennials is an excellent way to start, and this beginner’s guide will walk you through the steps to create a garden that flourishes year after year. Even if you’ve never picked up a shovel, these tips will help you plant with confidence and watch your landscape bloom.

It is officially the time of year for fall decorating, and if you are incorporating live pumpkins into your displays, then we have a few tips for you. By following the guidelines below, you should be able to keep your pumpkins happy this fall season!

This blog post will explain why fall is the ideal time to plant in the Mid-Atlantic area. Additionally, it will provide advice on how to care for your new plants during the winter months.

The arrival of fall brings with it the perfect opportunity to transform your front porch into a welcoming haven that captures the essence of the season. With a few key elements like straw bales, mums, pumpkins, and corn stalks, you can create a picture-perfect autumn retreat right at your doorstep. We’ll guide you through the steps to craft a cozy and inviting fall porch that will have your neighbors stopping to admire your seasonal style.

There is nothing like coming home to a relaxing space to unwind from a long day. To create a space this is both comfortable and soothes your senses, there is one element that is essential. Your cozy outdoor space can be vastly improved just by adding a simple fountain to your home, and the best part is that you only need a small space to get started!

Ornamental grasses are a low-maintenance addition that add texture, dimension, movement, and color to your garden. These underrated plants come in many varieties and even change color with the seasons, particularly in late summer and early autumn. Read more…

Eating outside provides tons of benefits for you and the people around you. Find out 5 major ways that you can benefit from eating outdoors!

Growing your own food is exciting, but it can be difficult to know when or how to. Learn the easiest way to start growing fall vegetables!

Imagine for a second that you are lounging in your backyard with the sun going down; no sound but the water cascading from your fountain. There is something exceptionally tranquil about the presence of water in a landscape area. Creating this perfect getaway is much easier than you think, and you can get started today!

The following 5 trees will provide an explosion of interesting textures and pops of color to your landscape all year long. While designing your dream landscape, make sure to include the trees listed in this blog!

When it comes to creating the outdoor landscape of your dreams, there are a few key things to keep in mind that will help you bring it all together. While a great deal of attention is paid to selecting beautiful flowering perennials, shrubs, and annuals, many people fail to realize that they will be way better off choosing their ornamental trees first!