Pruning can be a challenging topic for gardeners to master, so let’s tackle the topic of pruning evergreen trees and shrubs here. When we talk about “evergreens” in general terms, we are describing plants that don’t lose their leaves in the winter. They are the opposite of “deciduous” plants which lose their leaves in the
The Signature Garden at Garden Crossings What is a sensory garden? Simply put, it is a garden that purposely engages any or all of the five senses: sight, touch, sound, taste and smell. At one time, sensory gardens were created specifically for those with some sort of disability like blindness or lack of mobility. It
For centuries, people have placed great meaning on flowers and used them as a subtle way of communicating. Long before you could pick up your phone and text someone your thoughts, flowers were used as a unique unspoken “language”. Today, we tend to assign our own meanings to specific flowers and their colors. You might
In my garden stands three huge Green Giant arborvitae trees that visitors often remark on. “Where did you get those magnificent trees?” They started as live Christmas trees, I tell them! Each one began as a potted tree purchased in November and sat on my front porch through the winter with its twinkling lights until
Got deer? Gardening where Bambi calls home can be a real challenge, but we are here to help. There are a few traits to look for when selecting plants deer won’t eat. We refer to them as the “3 Fs and a P” – fine, fuzzy, fragrant and poisonous. If you struggle with deer browsing
Around this time each year, we receive questions about how to care for plants in the fall and protect them from the upcoming chilly winter. Though most plants are remarkably resilient, there are a few best practices you might consider adopting to get the most out of your garden. Check out these fall gardening tips
When space comes at a premium in your landscape, choosing dwarf shrubs and perennials that will stay in bounds is essential. We’ll show you ten of our top recommendations here to help you pick the right plant for the right place the first time. 5 BEST DWARF PERENNIALS Fruit Punch® pinks (Dianthus) Perfect for adding
Hydrangeas are one of the most loved landscape plants, adored for their gorgeous summertime blooms. They are also popular flowers for bridal bouquets and fresh cut arrangements in season. The cut stems can get pricey if you purchase them from a florist, so why not grow your own? Below, we show you how to cut
One of the questions we receive most from home gardeners is how to grow and prune lavender. So, join us in learning everything you need to know about how to grow this classically fragrant perennial in your garden. We’ll cover when to plant, the best locations to grow it, how to prune and much more
Maybe you are new to gardening and wondering where to begin. Or, maybe you’ve been gardening for as long as you can remember and will relate to the gardening advice you read here. Either way, we bet you will pull a nugget or two of wisdom from this seasoned gardener’s column. After growing her own
Knowing your hardiness growing zone for plants is important if you plan to grow trees, shrubs and perennials. We’ll walk you through exactly what a hardiness zone is, how to find yours, whether or not the new USDA map affects you, how to interpret zones on plant labels, and other factors that affect plants’ hardiness
Have you ever enjoyed a piece of art, wreath or bath salts that incorporated dried flowers and thought about drying your own? It’s an easy way to extend the use of the flowers and plants from your garden and bring nature inside. Let’s take a look at some types of plants you could be growing