Plant Care Guides: Shade Trees

From light and water requirements to fertilizing, pruning and more, get expert tips to keep your plants happy and healthy.

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Plant Terms You May Not Know

Meredith Gaines — Nov 01

The world of plants can be overwhelming, which is why Plant Expert Meredith is here to break down some common plant terms. From deciduous to ...

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Growing Zones Guide: Zones 9-11

Sarah Logie — Jun 24

If you’re located in Zones 9-11 and need some planting and care tips, check out our growing guide below so you can grow with confidence ...

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Beneficial Bugs For The Garden

Meredith Gaines — Jun 15

When you spot a bug, your first instinct might be to jump away or search for a nearby magazine or shoe to kill it, but ...

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Growing Zones Guide: Zone 8

Sarah Logie — May 11

If you’re located in Zone 8 and need some planting and care tips, check out our growing guide below so you can grow with confidence ...

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How Do We Measure Our Plants?

Meredith Gaines — May 03

Why So Many Sizes? There is no nursery-wide standard for pot sizes, meaning that container manufacturers can make pots with slightly different dimensions and designs ...

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Growing Zones Guide: Zone 7

Sarah Logie — Apr 11

If you’re located in Zone 7 and need some planting and care tips, check out our growing guide below for your area so you can ...

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Growing Zones Guide: Zone 6

Sarah Logie — Feb 21

If you’re located in Zone 6 and need some planting and care tips, check out our growing guide below for your area so you can ...

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Top New Year's Resolutions for Plant Care

Sarah Logie — Jan 03

A new year brings endless possibilities and tangible excitement for all that’s to come! It also means resetting and establishing those New Year’s resolutions, so ...

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Growing Zones Guide: Zone 5

Sarah Logie — Jan 05

If you’re located in Zone 5 and need some planting and care tips, check out our growing considerations and specific plant recommendations for your area ...

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Growing Zones Guide: Zone 4

Sarah Logie — Dec 10

Do you live in Zone 4 and need some planting and care tips for your trees and shrubs? Check out our planting considerations and specific ...

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Plant Care 101: Willow Hybrids

Blair Brown — May 29

Buckle up. There’s an amazing tree that grows incredibly fast, and you can plant in your garden right now! Willow Hybrids are some of the ...

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Plant Care 101: Bloodgood Japanese Maple

Blair Brown — Nov 03

A fresh, richly-hued focal point of any landscape, the Bloodgood Japanese Maple Tree is known for standing out. Landscape designers love to use its vibrant ...

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