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2023 Gardening Trends We Love

2023 Gardening Trends We Love

Sarah Logie — Jan 04

Happy 2023! With a new year comes new gardening possibilities, and we’re here to break down some gardening trends we think you’ll love for 2023. ...

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Ask a Master Gardener: Putting the Garden to Rest

Ask a Master Gardener: Putting the Garden to Rest

Phyllis — Dec 09

Here we are again in December! Every year it seems to come faster. I know this is such a busy season, but the garden needs to ...

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Ask a Master Gardener: Thankful for Dogwoods

Ask a Master Gardener: Thankful for Dogwoods

Phyllis — Nov 11

I hope your October was as beautiful as ours. The colors have been spectacular and the weather perfect. Leaves are still on the trees, so raking ...

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Fall Pruning Dos and Don'ts

Fall Pruning Dos and Don'ts

Meredith Gaines — Oct 28

We get it, pruning can be scary, especially when it comes to a younger plant that you spent all spring and summer encouraging to grow. ...

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Guide to Plant Dormancy

Guide to Plant Dormancy

Meredith Gaines — Oct 20

You’re most likely familiar with leaves falling off of certain trees when the weather starts to get cold–it marks the beginning of fall and signals ...

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Ask a Master Gardener: Beloved Flowers of Fall

Ask a Master Gardener: Beloved Flowers of Fall

Phyllis — Oct 12

Where did September go? The cool mornings are with us and the days are starting to get shorter. This means we have to work faster ...

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DIY Plant Halloween Costumes

DIY Plant Halloween Costumes

Sarah Logie — Oct 12

In the spirit of spooky season, we decided to try our hand at some DIY Halloween (or should we say Plant-O-Ween?) costumes and created five ...

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Fall Planting Tips By Region

Fall Planting Tips By Region

Meredith Gaines — Oct 05

Click below to jump to fall planting tips for your region: North South Midwest West Coast I think we can all agree that there’s something ...

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Ask a Master Gardener: September Tidying & Composting

Ask a Master Gardener: September Tidying & Composting

Phyllis — Sep 08

WE MADE IT! It’s September, and the temperatures will go down and humidity will begin to subside so the yard work can really begin. Grab ...

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Ask a Master Gardener: Water Those Trees!

Ask a Master Gardener: Water Those Trees!

Phyllis — Aug 03

I don’t know about you, but I’m glad we are in August—it means we’re getting closer to FALL! In the meantime, life is hot, but ...

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Ask a Master Gardener: Summer in the Garden

Ask a Master Gardener: Summer in the Garden

Phyllis — Jun 15

Well, it's over 90 degrees as I write this, so it doesn’t matter what the calendar says - summer is here in my area.  As ...

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Ask a Master Gardener: Keeping Up With Spring

Ask a Master Gardener: Keeping Up With Spring

Phyllis — May 02

The color for now is YELLOW! Everything in my world is yellow—covered with pollen. If your yard is waking up, the trees are sporting more ...

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Ask a Master Gardener: Spring Flowering Favorites

Ask a Master Gardener: Spring Flowering Favorites

Phyllis — Mar 08

I hate to write this if you’re in a place that’s still cold or maybe covered in snow, but in my area, March has brought ...

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First and Last Frost Dates by Zone

First and Last Frost Dates by Zone

Sarah Logie — Nov 15

As gardeners, we take pride in making sure all our plants have the best care possible. Part of that care includes avoiding damage that might ...

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A Holly, Jolly Holiday Gift Guide

A Holly, Jolly Holiday Gift Guide

Sarah Logie — Oct 20

Ready or not, the holiday season is coming! There’s nothing more magical and merry than the holiday season, and we’re here to help you gear ...

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BOO-tiful Plants for Halloween & Beyond!

BOO-tiful Plants for Halloween & Beyond!

Sarah Logie — Oct 13

Spooky season is upon us, which means all things pumpkins, ghosts, goblins and gremlins. And of course, plants, because if we’re being honest, there’s never ...

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Ask a Master Gardener: Fall Garden Tips

Ask a Master Gardener: Fall Garden Tips

Phyllis — Sep 28

It’s officially fall - get ready, grab your gloves, and let’s garden! It's certainly not cool at my house, but it is time to begin ...

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Ask a Master Gardener: Summer Planning for Fall Planting

Ask a Master Gardener: Summer Planning for Fall Planting

Phyllis — Jul 29

This is the second article in our Ask a Master Gardener series. Our resident Master Gardener, Phyllis, is sharing her top tips for planting, landscaping, ...

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Brood X: Will Cicadas Harm My Landscape?

Brood X: Will Cicadas Hurt My Landscape?

Abby Healy — May 24

If you're like many gardeners, the spring season may be making you nervous for one reason: the emergence of Brood X cicadas. These periodic bugs ...

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How to Get Your Outdoor Space Ready for Guests

How to Get Your Outdoor Space Ready for Guests

Blair Brown — Aug 23

Warm weather means graduation parties, Mother's Day and Father's Day celebrations, backyard cookouts and more. And a well-designed landscape can add beauty to your gatherings ...

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How to Save Cold-Damaged Plants after a Winter Storm

How to Save Cold-Damaged Plants

Abby Healy — Mar 02

Winter storms can be treacherous for outdoor plants and trees, especially if you live in a warmer climate where plants aren’t accustomed to cold and ...

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Plant a Bee Garden: Top 4 Pollinator Plants for Bees

Plant a Bee Garden: Top 4 Pollinator Plants for Bees

Blair Brown — Jan 03

There's nothing like a wildlife garden. And even though it's still cold outside, it's never too early to plan your spring and summer landscape! Generally,pollinator ...

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Planning Your Spring Garden? See Our Top 5 Picks!

Planning Your Spring Garden? See Our Top 5 Picks!

Blair Brown — Mar 07

It's hard to believe, but spring is almost here! We're just a few weeks away from fresh flowers, stunning color and eye-catching spring gardens. For ...

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Tips and Tricks for Planting Your Spring Garden

Planting Your Spring Garden: Tips and Tricks

Blair Brown — Mar 30

Updated: February 2021 If you're an experienced gardener, you're probably eagerly awaiting spring, when the ground thaws and you can start digging (us, too!). But ...

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Fall Planting: Planning Your Perfect Garden

Fall Planting: Planning Your Perfect Garden

Blair Brown — May 30

Fall planting and garden planning can be daunting: changing temperatures, fluctuations in weather, and the arrival of a new season. But fall can be one ...

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Pet Safe Plants: Our Top 5 Picks

Pet Safe Plants for Fall: Our Top 5 Picks

Blair Brown — Apr 12

There's endless possibilities when it comes to choosing plants for you indoor and outdoor spaces. But what if you're looking for pet safe plants? Don't ...

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Repel Mosquitoes Naturally: Top 6 Bug-Repellent Plants

Repel Mosquitoes Naturally: Top 5 Repellent Plants

Blair Brown — May 30

It’s warming up, shorts and tank tops are making their way out of storage, and it's time to soak up the sun. The best season ...

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Butterfly Garden for Spring: Our Top 5 Tips

Butterfly Garden for Spring: Our Top 5 Tips

Blair Brown — May 30

Tired of winter and its chillier-than-normal staying power? So are we! Thankfully, February's arrival means spring is only a month or so away. And there's ...

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Mother's Day Gifting: Our Favorite Plants for Mom

Mother's Day Gifting: Our Favorite Plants for Mom

Blair Brown — May 29

Another season for gifting is upon us, and it's one of our favorites: Mother's Day! Next Sunday is the day, and if you haven't gotten ...

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Preserving Flowers: 5 Ways to Save Fresh Cuts

Preserving Flowers: 5 Ways to Save Fresh Cuts

Blair Brown — May 30

So, between HGTV and Pinterest you’ve recently earned a (not-so-accredited but who’s asking) degree in interior design. You have all of your favorite ideas pinned ...

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Knock Out Roses to Citronella: Summer Gardening

Knock Out Roses to Citronella: Summer Gardening

Blair Brown — Jul 03

It's official: Summer is here. The start of the season means warmer temperatures, longer days outside and putting the finishing touches on your garden and ...

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Drought Tolerant Plants: Top 4 for Hot, Dry Weather

Drought Tolerant Plants: Top 4 for Hot, Dry Weather

Blair Brown — Jun 23

Dealing with hot, dry conditions in your landscape? These can be detrimental to many plants, but luckily we have plenty of picks that will withstand ...

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