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Woodie’s Picks: April Standouts in the Landscape
April is an underrated yet breathtaking time for the spring garden, offering vibrant colors and fresh growth. In this blog, we highlight four of our favorite plants that shine in the April landscape, along with essential spring gardening tips to help you kick off the season.
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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
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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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!
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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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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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Woodie's Picks For A Whimsical Landscape Design
As we begin to transition into the fall season, we can't help be yearn for the cozy and whimsical gardens that you dream of and see in fairytale books. Well, it's time to stop dreaming and start planting for your fairytale woodland garden starts here. Immerse yourself in a world of fantastical blooms and magic when you opt to plant these incredibly breathtaking plants!Â
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Woodie's Picks: Unique Plants To Enhance Your Outdoor Space
I’m excited to share this week’s plant picks, each chosen for their unique qualities and ability to enhance any landscape. Whether you want to add year-round interest, striking architectural elements, or low-maintenance beauty to your garden, these selections offer something special. Check out this blog to learn more about the intriguing qualities of these unique landscaping specimen, along with tips on how to design an unconventional and eye-catching yard!
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Fall Container Gardening: Bringing Beauty to the Season
As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, the vibrant hues of fall foliage remind us of nature’s breathtaking transition. While many gardeners start to wind down for the year, fall is actually the perfect time to breathe new life into your outdoor spaces through container gardening.
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Woodies Picks: Four Rose Favorites for Multi-Season Interest
While early spring may seem like the ideal time to plant your roses, you will be surprised to know that many garden gurus actually prefer to plant many flowering shrubs in late summer to early fall! The reasoning behind this is the benefits that cool-season planting can offer your garden. In this week’s edition of Woodie’s Picks, we will explore four standout roses that will not only transform your outdoor space this August but also provide beauty and blooms through the fall and then again in the spring!Â
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