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The Autumn Advantage: Planting Deciduous Trees in the Fall For a Flourishing Landscape
Planting deciduous trees in the fall offers several advantages that can lead to a thriving and robust landscape. In this blog, horticultural expert and tree guru, Woodie, delves into the reasons why fall is the ideal season for tree planting and provides you with essential planting instructions and aftercare tips to ensure your newly planted trees flourish!
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Fall Annuals To Bring Bold Seasonal Color
It’s September, and you know what that means.…fall is right around the corner! While you may still be soaking up the sun's rays and taking in the last moments of summer, it’s never too early to get into the fall spirit! And the best way to do that–in our opinion, anyway–is with Fall Annuals! Check out this blog to learn more about our favorite fall annuals and ways you can incorporate them into your fall garden!
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Growing Fruit Trees In Containers
Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or you are new to the horticultural world, you will find that growing fruit is one of the most educational and rewarding feats to accomplish. Don’t have the budget or the space for a full orchard? Lucky for you, space and money are actually not necessary resources in cultivating a wide range of fruits right from your very own home. Check out this blog to learn the best practices for growing citrus fruit trees in containers!
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Exploring the Beauty of Hydrangea macrophylla Varieties
From vibrant blues and pinks to rich purples and whites, hydrangea macrophylla offer a range of color options to enhance any garden or landscape. Let's delve into the colorful world of hydrangea macrophylla varieties, discussing their unique characteristics, best pruning practices, and fertilizing tips to ensure lush and abundant blooms year after year.
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Exploring the Beauty of Hydrangea Paniculata Varieties: Pruning and Fertilizing Guide
Check out this blog as we delve into the enchanting world of Hydrangea paniculata varieties, highlighting their unique characteristics, along with essential pruning and fertilizing tips to help you cultivate healthy plants and vibrant blooms.
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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!
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How To Create a Privacy Hedge with Shrubs
Also referenced as 'Living Walls,' hedges planted in mass can surround a property on all sides to create an oasis. Because there are so many options out there, we thought we’d make it easier on you by sharing some basic information about creating a privacy hedge! In addition to this helpful info, we've compiled a list of our top choices for the best shrubs to use.
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Creating A Japanese Terrace Garden
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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Clean Air Plants To Combat Air Pollution Amid Wildfire Smoke
As the air from the Canadian wildfires travels south, more and more people are at risk of inhaling toxic smoke and ash that can have long-lasting effects on one’s health and well-being. Check out this blog to learn more about the effects of poor air quality and how plants can help!
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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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