Here’s a quick solution gardening guide for any home or gardener– plants for any problem. Wet Soils: Finding a great plant for wet areas doesn’t have to be hard, even with shade! You can always start by looking at plantings from Japanese gardens or any other climates that generally have high precipitation. For me, I… Read More Solution Gardening 101
Did you know: Over 80% of the world’s plants must have a pollinator in order to reproduce? Pollination is a simple act of transference; pollen grains from the anther (male) to the stigma (female). Since the majority of our botanical beauties remain in place, it is crucial for them to find an outside stimuli for… Read More The Unsung Heroes – Pollinator Appreciation
Don’t forget, Pollinator week is June 21st to the 27th! If you’re looking to bring the birds, bees and butterflies to your garden, see below for a few options to have you garden buzzing with excitement! Coreopsis vert. ‘Moonbeam’ Lantana Luscious® Citrus Blend™ Verbena EnduraScape™ Blue Improved Buddleia x ‘Miss Molly’ Echinacea Lakota™ Fire Portulaca… Read More Pollination Appreciation!
f you’re looking to create a fun and festive ‘Red, White & Blue’ inspired garden, this garden idea from Proven Winners® is perfect and it’s OH SO SIMPLE!! … Read More DIY Patriotic Garden!
With summer fast approaching, create the perfect backyard space for those weekend get-togethers, cookouts, family reunions or relaxing staycation spots that the whole family can enjoy! Like this look? You can create THIS backyard oasis by incorporating the following plants!
With Memorial Day behind us, Summer is nearly here! We couldn’t help but notice the extreme temperatures that we’ve been experiencing here in Eastern, North Carolina. If you’re wondering which plants are designed to thrive in our extreme heat, you’ve found the right list! Check out a brief list of some of our favorite plants… Read More Bring On The Heat! Our 6 Favorite Heat-Loving Plants & Shrubs!
Check out a few of our favorite plants and shrubs that continually bloom all season or bloom for multiple seasons! Echinacea Lakota™ Fire Height: 12 – 16 inches high Exposure: Full Sun – Part Sun Bloom Time: Summer – Fall Color: Mix of red flowers – reddish orange and pinkish red Features: Fragrant flowers Attracts bees and butterflies Resists deer… Read More The Comeback Kid! Plants That Bloom ALL Season Long!
Let us help you pick the perfect gift for Mom this year!We have plants that make up every color of the rainbow & more! We’re sure we’ve got a plant she’ll love. Spice up her life with something “Red Hot”! Try Canna Toucan® Scarlet 30 – 48″ high Common name: Canna Lily Extremely heat and… Read More GIVE THE GIFT OF COLOR THIS MOTHER’S DAY!
Let us help you pick the perfect gift for Mom this year!Is your Mom artsy, traditional, social, outdoorsy or just so busy being Super Mom? Then we’ve got a plant she’ll love. FOR THE ARTSY MOM WHO LIKES ALL THINGS UNIQUE: TRY KNIPHOFIA 3 different varieties to choose from Easy to grow in bright sun… Read More Show Mom You Were Really Paying Attention!
Have you ever wondered how those beautiful mixed planters are made? We’re here to tell you ALL the secret ingredients! And let’s be honest, everyone loves a good recipe, right? To begin the journey of making your own planter, you’ll need to understand how a planter is designed. From this general layout, you can then… Read More DIY Mixed Planters
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