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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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6 Reasons To Love St. John’s Wort Shrubs
St. John's Wort plants are extremely popular for many reasons. The hardy landscape shrubs produce irresistible yellow flowers from summer through fall, but their popularity goes far beyond their physical appearance! Check out this blog to learn why we, in addition to many others, have come to love the magnificent plant that is St. John’s Wort.
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DIY Summer Container Garden
If you don’t have a huge area for planting, don’t get discouraged–summer container gardens are one of the best ways to enjoy the beauty of summer landscape plants on a smaller scale. Keep reading to learn more about the key components to a successful summer container garden, and to get some ideas for creating your own!Â
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Creating A Japanese Terrace GardenÂ
Do you dream of a serene place to enjoy the peacefulness of greenery, but you don’t have the space or the landscape to create it? We teamed up with social media influencer @so_juli to revamp her Brooklyn terrace, and we could not be more pleased with how it turned out! Check out this blog to learn how, with the help of our easy shipment and high quality plants, we were able to bring Juli’s landscape dreams to life in the big city!
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8 Heat-Tolerant Perennials For Your Summer Garden
In addition to umbrellas and sunscreen, Invest in some heat-tolerant perennials for the garden this year! This will certainly help you prepare for a summer full of beauty and color. If you have a sunny spot in the yard that is just begging for blooms, we’ve got everything you need to make that dry barren space a blooming haven of beauty!Â
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Ideas For Planting A Patriotic Garden
With Memorial Day approaching, and the Fourth of July on the horizon, what better time to get in the garden and incorporate the colors of freedom into the landscape It's a great time to make changes to the landscape for the holiday. This is a chance to celebrate everything that our country stands for. Take advantage of the sitewide savings now! Check out the blog to get some ideas flowing for your patriotic garden!
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Crafting The Perfect Shade Garden
At Garden Goods Direct, we can provide you with the plants, soil, and supplies you need to get your shade garden started. We have plenty of options to choose from, so you can find the perfect plants to fit your garden’s needs. With our help, you can craft a beautiful and vibrant shade garden that will be the envy of your neighborhood!
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Mother's Day Gift Guide
As this Mother’s Day approaches, you are likely looking for the perfect gift to show your mom just how much she really means to you! If you are stumped on what to gift your mom this Mother’s Day, we have a few ideas. Keep reading to find that perfect gift for the woman who does it all!Â
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How To Create A Colorful Cottage Landscape
As we reach mid-spring, prime landscape design and planting season is upon us! If you’ve always dreamed of crafting a charming cottage garden, this is your sign to stop dreaming and start planting! Check out this blog to learn the best practices in creating an endearing cottage landscape!
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7 Tips For Planting An Eco-Conscious Garden
By planting an eco-conscious garden, you are personally responsible for improving the quality of life, protecting our ecosystem, and preserving precious natural resources for future generations. If you want to make a positive impact on the environment and the world you live in, but you don't know where to start, we have a few ideas to get you started.
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