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Hydrozoning: Grouping Plants by Water Needs

Hydrozoning groups plants by water needs so each area gets watered right. How to map your yard's wet, dry, sunny and shaded zones and plant them accordingly.

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Woodie's Picks: Deciduous Favorites To Plant Now For A Vibrant Landscape Later

Woodie's Picks: Deciduous Favorites To Plant Now For A Vibrant Landscape Later

While deciduous plants may be losing leaves and heading into dormancy, now is actually the best time to plant deciduous trees and shrubs. That is why this week, we've decided to highlight four iconic deciduous trees and shrubs to get in the ground now for a vibrant landscape later!

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The Importance of Dormancy to Plants: How Fall & Winter Planting Benefits Your Garden

The Importance of Dormancy to Plants: How Fall & Winter Planting Benefits Your Garden

Dormancy is a crucial phase in the life cycle of many plants, particularly in temperate climates, where cold winters provide an essential period of rest. During dormancy, plants slow down their metabolic processes, conserving energy and preparing for the upcoming growing season. Whether you're planting trees, shrubs, or perennials, understanding the role of dormancy can help you better care for your garden, especially when planting in the fall and winter.

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Woodie's Picks: Camellias To Carry You Through Fall & Winter

Woodie's Picks: Camellias To Carry You Through Fall & Winter

Whether it's the fall-blooming sasanqua or the late-winter japonicas, Camellias are always at the forefront of our thoughts this time of year. Their glossy, evergreen foliage provides structure and interest, and when those blooms start to emerge, they truly brighten the landscape, adding a welcome burst of color against the muted tones of winter. Check out this blog to learn about Woodie's favorite Camellia shrubs to light up the fall landscape!

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Red Yucca: A Gardener's Guide to Planting, Care, & Landscape Design

Red Yucca: A Gardener's Guide to Planting, Care, & Landscape Design

If you are in search of a hardy, drought-tolerant plant that makes a bold splash in the landscape, look no further than this Texas-native show-stopper! In this guide, we’ll explore the essentials of planting, caring for, and incorporating Red Yucca into your landscape, along with some ideal companion plants.

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Woodie's Picks: Iconic Redbuds To Shine In Spring and Fall

Woodie's Picks: Iconic Redbuds To Shine In Spring and Fall

Whether planted as a specimen tree or used in groupings along garden borders, redbuds never fail to make an impact. As we all prepare the landscape for the colder months, we can’t help but envision those early spring days when the redbuds will once again take center stage, heralding the arrival of a fresh season full of life and color. Keep reading this blog to get a glimpse into my favorite redbuds to make a grand statement in the landscape!

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Best Early Fall Bloomers Perennials for Sun and Shade

Best Early Fall Bloomers Perennials for Sun and Shade

The best early fall blooming plants for sun and shade, when to plant them, how to keep them flowering, and which fall bloomers are safer to plant in spring.

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Designing a Landscape with Native Shrubs for Stunning Fall Color

Designing a Landscape with Native Shrubs for Stunning Fall Color

Designing a landscape using native shrubs that exhibit great fall color not only enhances the aesthetic appeal but also supports local wildlife and promotes ecological health. In this guide, I'll explore how to design a landscape that celebrates the changing seasons with an array of native shrubs known for their autumn brilliance.

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Woodie's Picks: Junipers That Bring Low-Maintenance Color & Long-Lasting Beauty

Woodie's Picks: Junipers That Bring Low-Maintenance Color & Long-Lasting Beauty

Junipers are extremely versatile plants that bring the elements of color, depth, and structure to the landscape. In this week of Woodie's Picks, I've decided to focus on four of my favorite juniper trees  and shrubs that bring unmatched elegance and beauty to any landscape in which they're incorporated.

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Creating a Woodland Garden Using Native Plants

Creating a Woodland Garden Using Native Plants

Designing a woodland garden with native plants is a rewarding way to create a sustainable, low-maintenance landscape that supports local ecosystems while providing year-round beauty. Inspired by the natural landscapes of forests, Woodland gardens use layers of native trees, shrubs, perennials, and groundcovers to mimic the understory of a woodland setting.

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