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Woodie’s Picks: Cozy Favorites For a Gilmore Girls Fall Featured Article

Woodie’s Picks: Cozy Favorites For a Gilmore Girls Fall

Bring the charm of Stars Hollow to your own yard this fall; discover our favorite plants and tips for creating a warm, cozy, and colorful landscape.

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An Ecosystem Essential: Why Pollinators are Important in Your Garden

An Ecosystem Essential: Why Pollinators are Important in Your Garden

Pollinators like bees and hummingbirds are more than "those pesky things that fly in our yards." They are essential to our ecosystem's survival. Due to advancements in fertilizers and more urban living, our pollinators are slowly becoming fewer and fewer. One way to help preserve their livelihood is by planting a garden in your landscape specifically for pollinators. Build a pollination garden this gardening season!

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Gardening Trends for 2021

Gardening Trends for 2021

What is new for 2021? What’s trending? What can new and experienced gardeners look forward to in the new year? After combing through sales, speaking with industry experts, and talking with customers, we've compiled our top ten trends in gardening for 2021. From single color gardens, to outdoor living spaces, cutting your own bouquets and growing your own food, we can't wait to watch these trends take root and grow.

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How to Add Winter Interest to your Garden

How to Add Winter Interest to your Garden

As we approach the first days of winter, we do not need to say goodbye to our gardens until spring. You can strategically plant some trees, shrubs and flowers that shine in winter to create a peaceful winter wonderland.

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10 Mistakes You Can Make With Your Houseplants

10 Mistakes You Can Make With Your Houseplants

Okay, you’re here and you’ve made it! You have brought home your very first houseplant. Although your plant may be fresh and full of life at the moment there are common mistakes people make when take care of them. Maintaining your plant’s greenery and upkeep is vital. Here is our list of top 10 mistakes you can make with your houseplants.

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Creating Your Own Japanese Garden

Creating Your Own Japanese Garden

Japanese gardens are often admired for their serene and tranquil qualities. You may also see this design style used in spas to encourage relaxation. We will walk you through the elements needed to create a Japanese Garden in your very own back yard!

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Perennials for Fall Planters: Ornamental Grasses

Perennials for Fall Planters: Ornamental Grasses

Fall planting doesn’t only apply to fast growing trees, but perennials too! While there’s many perennial options you can plant in the fall to enjoy next spring, there’s a few ornamental grasses that thrive in containers. No need to wait for early spring to arrive when you can add interest to your lawn or fall garden now!

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The Ancient History of Rose Gardens

The Ancient History of Rose Gardens

Roses have been a part of history since the earliest of time. The same delicate, yet striking beauty that we love was also admired by those here before us long ago. Which makes you think - how were roses used throughout past centuries?

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The Best Plants for Creating a Japanese Garden

The Best Plants for Creating a Japanese Garden

Historically, Zen Gardens were created to provide peace in times of war and strife. With all that’s going on in the world, it’s important to take time and create space for solitude, reflection, and relaxation. You can achieve this spiritual haven in your own backyard with elements including water, rocks, and plants.

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6 Principles of Landscape Design

6 Principles of Landscape Design

There’s a few design principles you should know that will help bring any landscape to life! The experts at Garden Goods Direct are here to “spill the beans,” and help get your creativity flowing for the design process. Learn how to create the perfect landscape for your outdoor space!

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