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Woodie’s Picks: Early Season Favorites For Shade Gardening
Discover the best early-season shade plants for your garden! Learn the benefits of shade gardening and explore top picks like Viridis Japanese Maple, Bleeding Hearts, Pieris Mountain Fire, and Rosebud Azalea. Create a lush, low-maintenance shade garden this spring!
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Woodie's Picks: Evergreen Year-Round Interest Plants
There are plenty of plants that sustain their vibrant color and beauty year-round and can be used to create a stunning four-season landscape! Check out his blog to learn more about this concept as well as learn all about four of Woodie's favorite plants that work to provide year-round interest in the landscape!
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The Importance of Deadheading Flowers in Your Landscape
Deadheading, the practice of removing spent flowers from plants, is an essential gardening technique that significantly enhances your landscape's beauty, health, and longevity. Whether you're a novice gardener or an experienced horticulturist, understanding the importance of deadheading can transform your garden into a vibrant and flourishing haven.
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Woodie's Picks: Drought Tolerant Landscape Plants
We are under a period of extremely dry weather here in eastern Maryland. As I was assessing the condition of my landscape, I kept noticing that over and over, I saw a few plants that seemed not to be affected by the drought and heat but seemed to be thriving as a result of it. I've decided that this week's Woodie's Picks would be a few of those plants.
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Enhancing Your Garden with Native Drought-Tolerant Trees and Shrubs
Incorporating native, drought-tolerant trees and shrubs into your landscape is a sustainable and beautiful way to create a resilient garden. Check out this blog to learn more about the benefits of cultivating a native drought tolerant garden, along with tips for how to start your own!
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The Dunstan Chestnut Tree: A Resurgence of The American Chestnut Industry
Celebrated for its hardiness, resilience, and ecological impact, the Dunstan Chestnut Tree has sparked an American Landscaping resurgence and ultimately saved a dying industry of mass Chestnut production. In this blog, we will explore the history of this remarkable tree and delve into the best practices for cultivating it.
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The Vital Role of Native Plants in Supporting Pollinators & the Environment
Native plants are a cornerstone of healthy ecosystems, offering many benefits to pollinators and the broader environment. These plants, which have evolved harmoniously with local climates, soils, and wildlife, provide pollinators with essential resources to thrive. Keep reading this blog to learn the plethora of benefits and vital role native plants play in supporting local pollinators and our environment.Â
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The Incredible Benefits of Shade Trees for Humans and the Environment
Shade trees are crucial in mitigating climate change, improving air quality, conserving water, and supporting wildlife. In this blog, we will explore the various advantages of shade trees and why they are a must-have in any landscape.
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An Introduction To ‘Woodie’s Garden Picks’
With his extensive gardening experience and love for all things green, Woodie has a keen eye for plants that thrive and enhance the environment. In "Woodie's Garden Picks," you can look forward to detailed insights into each plant's growing habits, preferred conditions, and standout features. From vibrant perennials to resilient shrubs and captivating grasses, Woodie's weekly selections will inspire you to create a beautiful and sustainable garden.
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Harnessing the Power of Mycorrhizal Fungi for Healthier Plants
The use of mycorrhizal fungi in landscaping represents a cutting-edge yet back-to-basics approach to cultivating healthier, more resilient plants. These fungi form a symbiotic relationship with plant roots, offering numerous benefits that can significantly enhance any landscape's overall health and aesthetics. Let's explore the transformative advantages of integrating mycorrhizal fungi into your gardening practices.
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