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Native plants offer numerous benefits to our gardens and the environment. They are adapted to the local climate and soil conditions, making them easier to care for and more resilient to pests and diseases. Additionally, they provide vital habitats and food sources for local wildlife, including pollinators such as bees and butterflies. In this blog, we'll explore how to choose the right native plants for your garden and provide tips on how to care for them to create a thriving, sustainable landscape. Why Choose Native Plants? Adaptation: Native plants are well-suited to the local environment, reducing the need for excessive...

Shade gardens offer a serene retreat from the sun-drenched areas of your yard, providing a cool and tranquil space for relaxation and reflection. While many flowering plants thrive in full sunlight, there is a diverse array of perennials that flourish in shady conditions, bringing color, texture, and beauty to even the darkest corners of your garden. In this guide, we'll explore how to plan and design a shade garden filled with stunning perennial flowers that will thrive in low-light conditions. Choosing the Right Plants: When selecting plants for your shade garden, it's essential to choose species that are well-suited to...

Chances are, if you haven’t started planting already, you’re at least thinking about getting your hands dirty. We’ve assembled a few tips for you to consider before coming in and picking up your supplies. Plan first and shop later When thinking of what you’d like to grow, be sure to choose plants that grow best in your region. Take a stroll in the area where you’d like to start and make sure it provides the necessary space and sunlight to suit your needs. A word about size: consider the quantity that you need to grow. You don’t want your garden...

It’s almost that time of the year again. April is upon us and you know what that means. It’s time to break out your tools and go to work on your garden.  As always, we were forced to wait for Mother Nature to keep up as Spring rolls around while snow may still be on the ground in some areas. However, don’t let this fool you. Underneath that cold earth is a nutrient rich canvas waiting to be plowed and filled with beautiful plants.  Here are some tips to follow when gardening in April. First, plan for the rest of...

A windowsill herb garden can add tasty greenery to any kitchen all year long, and is a convenient way to enjoy fresh herbs for pennies. With just a few simple steps, anyone can set up an indoor herb garden. Choose Your Herbs Not all herbs do equally well indoors, but basil, bay, chives, oregano, sage, thyme, rosemary,  parsley, dill, mint and cilantro are easy to grow, even for beginners. Choose the herbs for your windowsill based on your personal tastes for the herbs you will actually use as well as the available space you have for growing them. Choose Pots...