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Designing a Small Pollinator Garden Featured Article

Designing a Small Pollinator Garden

One of the biggest misconceptions about pollinator gardening is that it requires a lot of space. Some of the most productive pollinator gardens I've seen are no larger than a parking space.

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Creating a Woodland Garden Using Native Plants

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

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! 

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Woodie's Picks: Unique Plants To Enhance Your Outdoor Space

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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The Fastest-Growing Trees, Shrubs, & Perennials for a Thriving Landscape

The Fastest-Growing Trees, Shrubs, & Perennials for a Thriving Landscape

Many homeowners and gardeners prioritize creating a lush, vibrant landscape quickly. Whether you’re looking to fill in a new garden, establish privacy, or simply enjoy rapid growth, choosing the right fast-growing trees, shrubs, and perennials is key. In this blog, we’ll explore some of the best options for a landscape that flourishes in record time.

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Fall Container Gardening: Bringing Beauty to the Season

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

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! 

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The 10 Best Plants that Thrive in August

The 10 Best Plants that Thrive in August

As summer begins to wind down, gardeners across the United States might think it's too late to plant new additions to their gardens. However, August is a perfect time for late summer planting! In this blog, we will highlight some of the best options, along with planting tips and care instructions to ensure your garden thrives.

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Woodie's Picks: Evergreen Year-Round Interest Plants

Woodie's Picks: Evergreen Year-Round Interest Plants

There are plenty of plants that sustain their vibrant color and beauty year-round and can be used to create a stunning four-season landscape! Check out his blog to learn more about this concept as well as learn all about four of Woodie's favorite plants that work to provide year-round interest in the landscape!

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Woodie's Picks: Drought Tolerant Landscape Plants

Woodie's Picks: Drought Tolerant Landscape Plants

We are under a period of extremely dry weather here in eastern Maryland. As I was assessing the condition of my landscape, I kept noticing that over and over, I saw a few plants that seemed not to be affected by the drought and heat but seemed to be thriving as a result of it. I've decided that this week's Woodie's Picks would be a few of those plants.

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