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What makes great plants so great? Is it long life, low maintenance, colorful foliage or the “wow” factor of its flowers? It could simply be a result of something much more mundane than all of those: the dirt it’s planted in.
Raised garden beds offer more than just visual charm — they’re a smart solution for gardeners of all skill levels.
Soil is the foundational essential for the long life or quick death of plants.
Unique groundcovers that will amaze you June 2025 by Beth Burrell, Contributing Columnist Looking for a groundcover that stands out from all the rest? Here’s a selection that’s adaptable, worthy of foot traffic and will enhance your landscape’s aesthetics. These...
Throwing positive shade onto summer gardens May 2025 by Scott Burell, Contributing Columnist I’m a pushover for great small trees. They create microclimates, providing cool shade where there was once only hot, blazing sun. They also serve as focal points, specimens...
Many flowers provide enticing nectar and pollen, acting as magnets for beneficial insects.
Listen up gardeners, landscapers, arborists and outdoor enthusiasts — on March 20, it’s time to “March” into spring.
