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Top Lilac Shrubs for Spring: Fragrant Blooms, Easy Care, & Landscape Beauty
Planting fragrant shrubs in your garden offers a rich, multi-sensory experience. They attract pollinators, create a peaceful atmosphere, and add unique charm to any outdoor space. One of our favorite fragrant additions for spring? Lilac shrubs, of course! With peak lilac season just around the corner, we’re highlighting the many benefits these beloved spring bloomers bring to your landscape—along with a few of our favorite lilac varieties!
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Creating A Japanese Terrace GardenÂ
Do you dream of a serene place to enjoy the peacefulness of greenery, but you don’t have the space or the landscape to create it? We teamed up with social media influencer @so_juli to revamp her Brooklyn terrace, and we could not be more pleased with how it turned out! Check out this blog to learn how, with the help of our easy shipment and high quality plants, we were able to bring Juli’s landscape dreams to life in the big city!
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Clean Air Plants To Combat Air Pollution Amid Wildfire Smoke
As the air from the Canadian wildfires travels south, more and more people are at risk of inhaling toxic smoke and ash that can have long-lasting effects on one’s health and well-being. Check out this blog to learn more about the effects of poor air quality and how plants can help!
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8 Heat-Tolerant Perennials For Your Summer Garden
In addition to umbrellas and sunscreen, Invest in some heat-tolerant perennials for the garden this year! This will certainly help you prepare for a summer full of beauty and color. If you have a sunny spot in the yard that is just begging for blooms, we’ve got everything you need to make that dry barren space a blooming haven of beauty!Â
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Ideas For Planting A Patriotic Garden
With Memorial Day approaching, and the Fourth of July on the horizon, what better time to get in the garden and incorporate the colors of freedom into the landscape It's a great time to make changes to the landscape for the holiday. This is a chance to celebrate everything that our country stands for. Take advantage of the sitewide savings now! Check out the blog to get some ideas flowing for your patriotic garden!
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Crafting The Perfect Shade Garden
At Garden Goods Direct, we can provide you with the plants, soil, and supplies you need to get your shade garden started. We have plenty of options to choose from, so you can find the perfect plants to fit your garden’s needs. With our help, you can craft a beautiful and vibrant shade garden that will be the envy of your neighborhood!
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Why We Love Landscaping With Drift® Roses
Drift® Roses are just as, if not more, popular than their rose cultivar for they’ve been bred to have a range of sought-after qualities, and they work in just about any landscape design! Keep reading to learn why we love landscaping with Drift® Roses.
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Mother's Day Gift Guide
As this Mother’s Day approaches, you are likely looking for the perfect gift to show your mom just how much she really means to you! If you are stumped on what to gift your mom this Mother’s Day, we have a few ideas. Keep reading to find that perfect gift for the woman who does it all!Â
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How To Create A Colorful Cottage Landscape
As we reach mid-spring, prime landscape design and planting season is upon us! If you’ve always dreamed of crafting a charming cottage garden, this is your sign to stop dreaming and start planting! Check out this blog to learn the best practices in creating an endearing cottage landscape!
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7 Tips For Planting An Eco-Conscious Garden
By planting an eco-conscious garden, you are personally responsible for improving the quality of life, protecting our ecosystem, and preserving precious natural resources for future generations. If you want to make a positive impact on the environment and the world you live in, but you don't know where to start, we have a few ideas to get you started.
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