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An Evergreen Groundcover Sensation: Mondo Grass

Beyond covering your garden in a lush carpet of beautiful foliage and blooms, groundcover plants offer a multitude of benefits to one’s landscape! In this blog, we will first delve into the benefits of planting groundcovers in your yard. We will then dive into one the most versatile, well-loved groundcover plants on the market: Mondo Grass!

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Planting Perennials in the Fall for Spectacular Spring Blooms

Fall is the perfect time to plant perennials that will burst into life with vibrant blooms come spring. This guide will walk you through the types of perennials typically planted in the fall, tips for planting, winter care, spring maintenance, and some of the best perennials for early-season blooms. With a little effort now, you’ll be rewarded with a garden full of color next year.

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.

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!

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.

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!

Woodie’s Picks: Five Magnificent Early Fall Bloomers

As a slight chill hits the air and the season of cozy sweaters and pumpkin spice eases into view, many may feel that the time for planting and beautiful blooms has come to an end. These people would be surprised to find out that fall is actually one of the best seasons to plant in the garden! To get in the fall spirit this week, we’ve decided to center in on five early fall blooming plants that we just can’t get enough of!

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.

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.

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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