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Creating Your Dream Formal Garden Begins With Boxwoods

See how @thesoutherngail turned her formal garden vision into reality with Winter Gem Boxwoods shipped right to her door. Learn why this classic evergreen is the secret to achieving a lush, structured, and effortlessly elegant outdoor space.

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Unveiling the Fascinating History of Peonies & Their Beauty

Peonies are renowned for their stunning blooms, which come in a myriad of colors ranging from delicate pastels to vibrant hues. Their lush foliage and fragrant flowers make them a standout feature in any garden! Check out this blog to learn more about the fascinating journey of peonies, from their introduction to America to their cultural significance and varieties offered by us here at Garden Goods Direct.

Exploring the Best Spring-Blooming Shrubs for Your Landscape

With a wide selection of spring-blooming shrubs, you can create a stunning garden that will dazzle your senses and delight your soul. In this guide, we'll showcase some of the top spring-blooming shrubs available from Garden Goods Direct, along with tips on culture, bloom times, growing instructions, and their versatile uses in the landscape.

Transforming Your Landscape With Dogwood Trees

In this blog, we'll delve into the remarkable impact that Cornus Kousa and Cornus Florida varieties can have on your outdoor space. Beyond that, we will explore planting techniques and care tips and introduce you to five stunning varieties of each type to transform your home garden into a breathtaking sanctuary.

5 Plant Pairings for the Early Spring Landscape

In this blog, we will dive into five companion plant pairings for the early spring landscape. These plants are beautiful when planted alone, but when paired together, they create a living masterpiece. Keep reading to learn more about the trees, shrubs, and perennials that are simply plant matches made in heaven! Plant these duos in your yard this spring season, and get ready to fall in love with their harmonious beauty year after year!

2024 Pantone Color Of The Year In Your Garden

Picture this: it’s a brisk spring morning in April, and you walk out your front steps and are immediately warmed by the gentle, velvety tones of Peach Fuzz throughout your garden. This doesn’t have to be just a vision in your head… incorporate Pantone’s Color Of The Year 2024 into your very own garden today. Keep reading to learn more about a variety of ways you can use this selection as a muse for your garden this spring and throughout the rest of the year!

Small Pollinator Gardens With Big Impacts

Unfortunately, pollinators face numerous challenges today, from habitat loss to pesticide exposure, and climate change. The good news is that we all can make a difference, even with a small pollinator garden planted with native species! This article will explore the magic of these pocket-sized habitats and how they can transform your backyard into a haven for pollinators.

8 Steps To Planning Your Dream Spring Landscape

These dormant months provide the perfect opportunity to embark on an exciting journey – planning your landscape for the upcoming year. As professional garden designers will tell you, the winter season is when some of the most critical and creative landscape planning takes place! Keep reading as we dive into the essential steps of spring garden and landscape planning!

What's Happening To The Monarch Butterflies

In the past two decades, the monarch population has declined 85%. The number one reason for this decline–the loss of milkweed habitats. Check out this blog to learn more and to take action in helping reestablish the monarch butterfly population.

8 Heat-Tolerant Perennials For Your Summer Garden

In addition to umbrellas and sunscreen, Invest in some heat-tolerant perennials for the garden this year! This will certainly help you prepare for a summer full of beauty and color. If you have a sunny spot in the yard that is just begging for blooms, we’ve got everything you need to make that dry barren space a blooming haven of beauty!

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