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An Evergreen Groundcover Sensation: Mondo Grass
Beyond covering your garden in a lush carpet of beautiful foliage and blooms, groundcover plants offer a multitude of benefits to one’s landscape! In this blog, we will first delve into the benefits of planting groundcovers in your yard. We will then dive into one the most versatile, well-loved groundcover plants on the market: Mondo Grass!
Learn MoreWoodie'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!
Read MoreWoodie'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!
Read MoreWoodies 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!
Read MoreThe 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.
Read MoreWoodie's Picks: Late Summer Blooming Favorites
Can you believe it’s already the end of July?! We certainly cannot. As we round out the summer season, we wanted to highlight that there is still so much beauty left to enjoy in the later summer landscape! In this blog, we will discuss four of our all-time favorite late-summer bloomers worth incorporating into your landscape. Additionally, we will highlight some of Woodie’s tips and tricks for making those blooms last through the fall!
Read MoreExploring the Diversity of Holly Plants for Your Landscape
Holly plants, known for their glossy leaves and bright berries, are a versatile and attractive addition to any landscape. In this blog, we’ll explore the diversity of holly plants, provide tips on how to incorporate them into your landscape and highlight ten popular holly shrubs and trees.
Read MoreWoodie'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!
Read MoreThe Importance of Deadheading Flowers in Your Landscape
Deadheading, the practice of removing spent flowers from plants, is an essential gardening technique that significantly enhances your landscape's beauty, health, and longevity. Whether you're a novice gardener or an experienced horticulturist, understanding the importance of deadheading can transform your garden into a vibrant and flourishing haven.
Read MoreWoodie'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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