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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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America’s Most Popular Specimen Trees
If you’re new to gardening, selecting the right elements to elevate your home’s landscape can be intimidating. No need to stress, the garden experts at Garden Goods Direct are here to help. See Woodie’s top picks of America’s most popular specimen trees.
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Growing a Wild, Naturalistic Garden Landscape
All around the world, cities have seen wildlife return to areas where tourists aren’t crowding them out this year. It’s a beautiful reminder that nature is a powerhouse: left untamed, the natural world will create its own sense of balance and beauty. Rather than fight these forces, a wonderful way to design your home garden design is to embrace what nature does best and let your landscaping run wild with a naturalistic feel.
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Boxwood Shrubs that Stay Green in Winter
Few plants rival boxwood shrubs for winter color. Boxwoods are truly a classic evergreen shrub that has been a favorite of American gardeners for hundreds of years. The dark green leaves of boxwoods add permanence to the garden and can be kept trimmed into hedges and privacy screens.
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