Articles on planting, pruning, growing, and caring for perennials in your landscape.
American Beautyberry is a dazzling plant for your fall garden. It attracts birds and other wildlife who feast on its bright purple berries.
American Beautyberry: Fall’s Favorite Plant for Wildlife Read More »
Fall is the perfect time to plant or transplant just about anything, especially spring- and summer-flowering perennials.
Blackberries are often considered a bitter fruit, but many varieties bred for home gardens are sweet, slightly tart, and absolutely delicious.
Mulching is one of the most common gardening practices, yet so many landscapers and gardeners do it wrong. When done correctly, it helps to build and protect soil and support plants.
You’re Probably Mulching All Wrong. How To Do It Right. Read More »
It’s a generations-long habit for gardeners and landscapers, but 90% of the time, a new tree needs no staking. In fact, staking that tree does more harm than good.
Staking a Tree Is Almost Never The Right Thing To Do Read More »
If you aren’t crazy about wood or metal fencing separating you from your neighbors, there are ways to achieve privacy with plants.
I decided to look up the definition of a tree or shrub in a botany book. The problem was, there is no clear definition.
Is It a Small Tree or a Big Shrub? The Difference May Not Be Obvious. Read More »
The vast majority of plants grow well in a neutral soil pH between 6.2-7.0. But some require an acidic soil for optimum growth and health.
Beginning gardeners often ask, what is the difference between evergreen and deciduous trees and shrubs? As with nearly everything in gardening, the definition isn’t always clear cut.
The Difference Between Evergreen and Deciduous Trees and Shrubs Read More »
There are many native flowers that attract bees and other pollinators. Includes a list of native plants for North America.
Native Flowering Plants that Attract Bees and Other Pollinators Read More »
Does anything evoke Christmas and the winter holidays more than a sprig of green holly leaves with red berries? Perhaps not.