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Woodie’s Picks: Deer Resistant Essentials For The Late Fall Landscape
Mother nature's foliage is dropping, and these deciduous shrubs are often a deer’s first choice in the buffet of nature. When these shrubs become bare, deer begin turning to the landscape staples to fulfill their hunger. Check out this blog to learn the best tips and tricks to avoiding these woodland creatures!
Learn More8 Tips To Transform Your Outdoor Space This Fall
As temperatures drop to the low forties and the hours of sunshine begin to dwindle, it’s easy to get into a cold-season slump. But it does not have to be this way! By fully embracing the warm tones of fall, you can easily cultivate a cozy, inviting outdoor space to enjoy each day. In this blog, we will highlight some key factors that worked to elevate these influencers’ spaces, along with tips for you to create the best fall display for your home.
Read MoreWoodie's Picks: Viburnum For Multi-Seasonal Interest
An underdog of the fall landscape, often overlooked by the more obvious choices like burning bush and fall camellias, is the bold and beautiful Viburnum Shrub! Boasting electric color changes in fall and an explosion of unique white blooms in spring, Viburnum is an incredible option for a wide range of landscaping projects.
Read MoreWoodie's Picks: Ornamental Berry Bushes To Bring Bold Fall Color
This week for Woodie's picks, we've decided to center in on four of our favorite unique and bold-colored ornamental berry shrubs! These hardy shrubs produce electric berries that persist well into the winter season when much else has lost its luster and color. Not to mention these plants offer a multitude of benefits to the landscape!
Read MoreWoodie's Picks: Deciduous Favorites To Plant Now For A Vibrant Landscape Later
While deciduous plants may be losing leaves and heading into dormancy, now is actually the best time to plant deciduous trees and shrubs. That is why this week, we've decided to highlight four iconic deciduous trees and shrubs to get in the ground now for a vibrant landscape later!
Read MoreThe Importance of Dormancy to Plants: How Fall & Winter Planting Benefits Your Garden
Dormancy is a crucial phase in the life cycle of many plants, particularly in temperate climates, where cold winters provide an essential period of rest. During dormancy, plants slow down their metabolic processes, conserving energy and preparing for the upcoming growing season. Whether you're planting trees, shrubs, or perennials, understanding the role of dormancy can help you better care for your garden, especially when planting in the fall and winter.
Read MoreWoodie's Picks: Camellias To Carry You Through Fall & Winter
Whether it's the fall-blooming sasanqua or the late-winter japonicas, Camellias are always at the forefront of our thoughts this time of year. Their glossy, evergreen foliage provides structure and interest, and when those blooms start to emerge, they truly brighten the landscape, adding a welcome burst of color against the muted tones of winter. Check out this blog to learn about Woodie's favorite Camellia shrubs to light up the fall landscape!
Read MoreRed Yucca: A Gardener's Guide to Planting, Care, & Landscape Design
If you are in search of a hardy, drought-tolerant plant that makes a bold splash in the landscape, look no further than this Texas-native show-stopper! In this guide, we’ll explore the essentials of planting, caring for, and incorporating Red Yucca into your landscape, along with some ideal companion plants.
Read MoreWoodie’s Picks: Five Magnificent Early Fall Bloomers
As a slight chill hits the air and the season of cozy sweaters and pumpkin spice eases into view, many may feel that the time for planting and beautiful blooms has come to an end. These people would be surprised to find out that fall is actually one of the best seasons to plant in the garden! To get in the fall spirit this week, we’ve decided to center in on five early fall blooming plants that we just can’t get enough of!
Read MoreDesigning a Landscape with Native Shrubs for Stunning Fall Color
Designing a landscape using native shrubs that exhibit great fall color not only enhances the aesthetic appeal but also supports local wildlife and promotes ecological health. In this guide, I'll explore how to design a landscape that celebrates the changing seasons with an array of native shrubs known for their autumn brilliance.
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