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Looking to elevate your landscape beyond basic mulch and grass? Stone is the secret ingredient that turns ordinary yards into extraordinary outdoor retreats. Durable, versatile, and striking, stone adds more than just style.
Imagine stepping into a lush, healthy garden where every plant is thriving, the soil feels rich and cool to the touch, and weeds are nowhere to be seen. What’s the secret behind this picture-perfect scene? Often, you’ll find a thick, tidy layer of mulch.
Deer browsing can decimate gardens, leaving homeowners frustrated. Understanding seasonal feeding patterns and combining multiple control strategies – from fencing to repellents to deer-resistant plants – offers the best defense.
Kniphofia, commonly known as Red Hot Poker or Torch Lily, is a striking perennial plant that forms a textural, large clump of grass-like leaves and is cherished for its vibrant, torch-like flowers that add a burst of color to summer gardens. Native to Africa, Kniphofia has gained popularity worldwide for its bold foliage and stunning…
Agastache, commonly known as hyssop or hummingbird mint, is a delightful genus of perennial herbs and shrubs that belong to the mint family. With their striking spikes of flowers, aromatic foliage, and attractiveness to pollinators, Agastache plants have become increasingly popular among gardeners seeking low maintenance yet visually stunning additions to their gardens. Benefits of…
Even when it is sweltering outside, the garden will still require your care. Gardening in extreme temperatures has the potential to become a serious health risk if we are not careful. Understanding the potential heat-related problems and knowing how to protect yourself can ensure that your gardening remains a safe place this summer. Here are…
Tomatoes are the unparalleled beloved staple of the summer veggie garden, but to get the best yield and quality, proper support and training are essential. These techniques not only help maximize fruit production but also ensure the health of the plants. Allow us to walk you through various methods to help you achieve the greatest…
Buddleia, commonly known as the butterfly bush, is a flowering shrub that has won the hearts of many a gardener and pollinator lover for a very long time. Buddleia davidii, the most commonly grown species of butterfly bush, is renowned for its vibrant summer blooms, ease of care, and ability to attract butterflies. While butterfly…
With their bright, cheerful flowers, long bloom period, and easy-going nature, Zinnias are an old-fashioned and time-honored favorite in the summer garden. These vibrant annuals, native to Mexico, come in a riot of colors, a variety of forms, and a range of sizes, making them incredibly useful in an assortment of sunny summertime settings. Usage…
Gus Portokalos (My Big Fat Greek Wedding): “Give me a word, any word, and I show you that the root of that word is Greek.” Xeriscaping is a landscaping and gardening method designed to drastically reduce or eliminate the need for supplemental water from irrigation. Derived from the Greek word “xeros,” meaning dry, xeriscaping emphasizes…
Summer is the perfect time for vacations, but for gardeners, it can be a stressful period. Leaving your precious veggie garden unattended can lead to wilting plants, pest invasions, and missed harvests. Fear not! With some preparation, you can enjoy your vacation while ensuring your vegetable garden thrives in your absence. Here’s how: 1. Watering…
Joe Pye Weed, known botanically as Eutrochium (formerly Eupatorium), is a perennial favorite among gardeners seeking late-season, native bloomers that also encourage a variety of pollinators. Renowned for its tall stature, attractive foliage, and clusters of mauve-pink flowers, Joe Pye Weed is a staple and a jewel in pollinator-friendly gardens. About Joe Pye Weed is…