Drought-tolerant, low-maintenance plants are the most sought-after at garden centers. Remember that there is no such thing as “no-maintenance” if you want to keep your gardens looking nice all season. The plants listed here will thrive with little care, but it is always helpful to look in on them from time to time, especially duringRead More
Deer and rabbits will eat almost anything when food is scarce, but choosing deer and rabbit-resistant plants can help reduce browsing and damage in your landscape. Some plants are naturally less appealing to these garden visitors because of their smell, taste, texture, or toxicity. The plants listed below are considered deer and rabbit-resistant and areRead More
Pruning is an important part of keeping shrubs healthy, attractive, and growing their best. Regular pruning can improve a plant’s shape, encourage fresh growth, increase flowering, and help maintain the right size for your landscape. A good place to start with any shrub is by removing what are often called the three D’s: Dead DyingRead More
TOMATO GROWING TIPS FOR A SUCCESSFUL HARVEST Growing tomatoes is one of the most rewarding parts of gardening, but success depends on choosing the right varieties and providing consistent care throughout the season. From planting and watering to fertilizing and harvesting, small adjustments can make a big difference in fruit quality and yield. Because everyRead More
Hummingbird Feeders Spotting a tiny hummingbird in your garden can be such a delight. Hummingbird feeders are a simple way to ensure a constant supply of nectar is available to any feathered guest stopping by without having to plant a thing. Food Sources Nectar is a sugary fluid secreted by plants. It's also a hummingbird’sRead More
SHADE-LOVING PLANTS MADE EASYLooking for the best plants for shade? This list is a great place to start, but it’s only the beginning. Every shade garden is unique, shaped by light levels, soil conditions, and nearby trees. To discover an even wider variety of shade-loving plants—and to find the best options for your space—we inviteRead More
Why Homegrown Strawberries Are Worth It Fresh-picked strawberries offer a flavor and texture that’s hard to match. Many strawberries sold in grocery stores are varieties selected to hold up well during shipping and handling, which can sometimes mean sacrificing some of the sweetness, tenderness, and just-picked taste you get from berries grown at home. OneRead More
Bring on the Color Before the Heat Arrives You don’t have to wait for warm summer weather to fill your garden with color. Cool-weather annuals and early spring annuals thrive in the crisp temperatures of the season, making them a great way to brighten containers, window boxes, porches, and garden beds while much of theRead More
What's the difference between an annual and a perennial? Plants fall into two main categories: annuals and perennials. Annuals need to be replanted every year because they won't survive through the winter. Perennials will come back every year after dying back to the ground in the winter. So why would anyone plant annuals? In short,Read More
Spring 2025Is it too early to plant?In short, it depends on what you're wanting to plant. We're nearly guaranteed to see more nights dip into the mid-20's, so if the plants aren't frost-hardy, they won't make it. Many cool weather annuals can survive even when temperatures dip into the high 20's. (Evergreens, and dormant treesRead More
