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Fall’s Hidden Gems: The Beauty and Benefits of Berry Bushes
Think fall color is all about the trees? Think again! Berry bushes bring vibrant hues, wildlife support, and seasonal charm to any autumn garden.
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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
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
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
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
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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Woodie's Picks: Summer Blooming Magnolia Tree Favorites
In the intense heat of summer, it can be more difficult to take in all the beauty that the season has to offer when you're melting under the hot summer sun. That's why this week, Woodie decided to highlight one of his favorite summer shade trees: The Magnolia! Check out this blog to learn all there is to know about Magnolia Trees and why they are the perfect summer statement piece for your landscape! Then, dive into Woodie's favorite Magnolia cultivars!
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The Dunstan Chestnut Tree: A Resurgence of The American Chestnut Industry
Celebrated for its hardiness, resilience, and ecological impact, the Dunstan Chestnut Tree has sparked an American Landscaping resurgence and ultimately saved a dying industry of mass Chestnut production. In this blog, we will explore the history of this remarkable tree and delve into the best practices for cultivating it.
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Woodie’s Picks: Panicle Hydrangeas For The Summer Landscape
We’ll be the first to rave about all things Hydrangea macrophylla, but in our opinion, these beauties are just the opening act to the incredible show that is Panicle Hydrangeas come late June into the fall months. In this blog, we will first highlight the main differences between Hydrangea Paniculata and its counterpart varieties. Then, we will dive into Woodie’s four favorites when it comes to Panicle Hydrangeas.
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Woodie’s Picks: Warm Season Grasses To Elevate Your Outdoor Space
As we head into summer's peak temperatures, keeping new plantings in the landscape happy and healthy can certainly feel like a chore. Luckily, plenty of warm-season grasses can handle the heat and easily elevate your outdoor space. Keep reading to learn more about Woodie’s favorite perennial grasses for giving your space a glow-up this summer!
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