We all have places in our gardens where the soil quality is not that wonderful or the irrigation is spotty or where there are lots of rocks. Creeping sedums are wonderful plants to fill in these spaces with vigor and beauty. All sedums are desirable plants for the garden because of their tough, drought resistant … Read more
When it comes to choosing shrubs for your yard there are tons of different choices available. Making the right choice includes considering appropriate size, planting zone you live in, sun or shade, evergreen or not, type of soil, dampness at planting site and several others. To find a shrub to meet many of these criteria … Read more
If you are a flower person you really need to try the plant which doesn’t truly have flowers but the whole plant is a flower! Coleus provides great texture and a great array of colors to brighten your garden. Having been around since the 1850’s this genus has provided color and décor to gardens for … Read more
For many of us the time is here for changes in temperature and changes to our landscapes and containers. Fall can be a glorious time full of bright blue skies and sunshine, perfect for continuing to have blooms and beautiful beds. However, it can also mean a lot of work keeping up with trees shaking … Read more
Trees are the backbone of every landscape, it is a fact everyone probably knows but don’t really think about very much. If there were no trees our landscapes would be very boring, not to mention the air we breathe wouldn’t be as clean, since trees play an essential role in purifying our air. So since … Read more
Using annuals to fill in around shrubs and perennials is always a great idea as they provide more flower power throughout the growing season. There is always a huge choice available at garden centers which should satisfy everyone’s individual tastes. When you find the colors and types that you want make sure they have a … Read more
All of us who actually have a plot of land to call our own underneath the structure in which we live have some type of landscape already in place. The landscape is the description of all the bushes, trees, grass, sidewalks, patios, decks, and anything else visible within your boundaries. When you review your own … Read more
Spring is almost here! And part of the fun of gardening is that you have the capability of producing things you can use in recipes for a lot of good eating. Herbs are some of the most versatile and easiest plants available to grow as most of them are not too fussy about soil and … Read more
Around your home there are sure to be pathways, patios, driveways and other parts of your landscape which have some hard edges. You may be totally happy with the appearance of these parts of your estate but then again you might really want to find a way to make them appear softer. You are in … Read more
When you walk into a plant retail establishment right now you will be totally overwhelmed by all the choices and all of the amazing colors! This can be a crucial time for you to use your self control because everything is going to look so tempting. One of the first things to do before you … Read more