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Why Leaves Change Color in the Fall: A Gardener's Guide
As autumn approaches, one of nature's most captivating displays begins to unfold—the changing colors of leaves. For gardeners, this seasonal transformation is not just beautiful but also a reminder of the complex biological processes that trees and shrubs undergo.
Learn MoreSimple Steps to Create a Memorial Garden
While Memorial Day marks the official start of gardening season, it’s also a time to honor and reflect on the memories with our fallen loved ones who fought for our freedom. As a means of continual celebration and honor though, gardens are a perfect space to create solitude and plant in memory of those we cherish. Check out this blog to learn some tips and tricks to creating a Memorial Garden.
Read More2022 Garden Trends
2021 was a year that brought about a significant increase in gardening worldwide. In 2022, the Garden Goods Direct Team does not see this connection with nature weakening, but rather, based on horticultural and lifestyle studies, we predict 2022 will bring about more gardening trends revolving around color, design principles, and mindsets. Check out this blog to learn more about the garden trends we expect to see in 2022!
Read MorePlanting For a Small Yard
If you have a smaller space to plant in, like a courtyard or fenced in yard, you may feel confined to planting a select number of plants, or you may even be discouraged from planting at all! Here at Garden Goods Direct, we don’t care if your yard is 100 acres or .01 acres. Your dream landscape is possible! With a few helpful guidelines, along with some ideal planting options for smaller yards, we will have you planting your dream garden in no time.
Read MoreHow to Decorate Your Home with Houseplants
For those of us who prefer our indoor plants to match the aesthetics of our homes, there are ways to stage plants so they not only look their best, but also thrive in the right conditions. Whether you are working with small plants, like succulents, or large plants, like the fiddle leaf fig tree, we can help. Here’s how to put your eye for design and your green thumb to good use!
Read MoreFive Reasons To Love Aglaonema
Whether or not you consider yourself a plant parent newbie or a verified green thumb, we think there is a perfect Aglaonema plant just for you. Aglaonemas, also known as Chinese Evergreens, are actually some of the easiest houseplants to take care of! Here are our top 5 reasons why we love these hardy, versatile houseplants.
Read MoreWhich Fiddle Leaf Fig Is A Fit For You?
The Fiddle Leaf Fig Tree has cemented itself in history as the most popular indoor houseplant of the 2010s and into the 2020s. If you are planning to decorate your home with this modern classic, let us help you make sure this is the perfect plant for you. Read on to explore how you might want to display a Fiddle Leaf Fig Tree or similar plant in your home.
Read MoreThe House Tour of Houseplants: Best Plants for Your Bedroom
Adding houseplants into your bedroom decor does wonders with the look and feel of your space. However, did you know that they not only look pleasing, but they take care of your health too? The best kinds of houseplants to add to your bedroom are air-purifying houseplants. There are quite a few houseplants that have been scientifically proven to absorb and eliminate toxins from the air in your home.
Read MoreThe House Tour of Houseplants: Best Plants for Your Kitchen
When you think about adding houseplants to your home, what is the last room that comes to mind? Your kitchen! Most people don't think about what plants they should add to their kitchen. However, this space is a viable spot for many houseplants to thrive. See our top 10 plants that are perfect additions to your kitchen space.
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