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Garden Design and Planting Trends for 2026
From fragrance-forward plantings to calming color palettes and micro gardens, discover the garden trends shaping 2026 and how to bring them to life in your own outdoor space.
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2022 Garden Trends
2021 was a year that brought about a significant increase in gardening worldwide. In 2022, the Garden Goods Direct Team does not see this connection with nature weakening, but rather, based on horticultural and lifestyle studies, we predict 2022 will bring about more gardening trends revolving around color, design principles, and mindsets. Check out this blog to learn more about the garden trends we expect to see in 2022!
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Ohio Native Planting Guide
As a gorgeous state home to Lake Erie, the Appalachian Mountain Range, and the ever-so expansive Ohio river, the state of Ohio is a prime planting zone with so many amazing options for native planting. The soils are naturally fertile and rich in phosphates making for easy and plentiful planting. Not to mention the relatively humid subtropical climate makes for ideal conditions for a wide variety of garden plants. Check out this blog to learn more on why you should plant native this season, and then dive into some great Ohio Native planting options!
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Early Spring Blooms For Your Yard: Spring Tree Edition
Spring is upon us, and we don’t know about you, but the thought of a colorful springtime garden being just around the corner gives us butterflies. The days are getting a bit longer, while buds are swelling on once dormant branches. If you are eager to see that early spring color, and have your yard burst to life at the start of the spring season, you are not alone. The Garden Goods Direct team has gathered up the best spring trees to bring that early color and life back into your yard as soon as possible!
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New York Native Planting Guide
Home to the humid summers and chilling winters, not to mention the city that never sleeps, New York is a diverse state with a plethora of planting options to explore. From rooftop gardens in the city, to meadows and orchards in the countryside, New York allows for a wide range of planting opportunities. Check out this blog to learn the importance of planting native, and then dive into some great native plant options you can use in your New York garden this planting season!
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Indoor Plant Lighting Breakdown
Most houseplants thrive in bright indirect light. This is a fact that you will likely hear over and over again when looking into various plant care regimens. But what exactly is bright indirect light? And where can you place your indoor plants so that they receive the perfect amount of sunshine? Check out this blog to get a full breakdown of the best lighting for your indoor plants!
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Maryland Native Planting Guide
Home to the Chesapeake Bay, Natty Boh and Old Bay, Maryland is a gorgeous state with a plethora of planting options to explore. Maybe we are a little biased, considering MD is where Garden Goods Direct was born…but nonetheless, if you are lucky enough to be a Maryland resident the opportunities for planting are endless. Check out this blog to learn the benefits of planting native and what Maryland Native Plants the GGD team suggests!
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Planting For a Small Yard
If you have a smaller space to plant in, like a courtyard or fenced in yard, you may feel confined to planting a select number of plants, or you may even be discouraged from planting at all! Here at Garden Goods Direct, we don’t care if your yard is 100 acres or .01 acres. Your dream landscape is possible! With a few helpful guidelines, along with some ideal planting options for smaller yards, we will have you planting your dream garden in no time.
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Everything You Need To Know About Houseplant Pests
Plant pests are the worst–that, you probably already know. But when it comes to recognizing, treating, and preventing pest infestations on your beloved houseplants, the Garden Goods Direct Team is here to help! In this blog, we will cover: the main types of plant pests; how to tell if your plant is suffering from a pest attack; and the most effective methods of pest treatment and prevention.
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Valentine’s Day Gift Guide For Plant Lovers
Gift giving can be difficult. Especially if you want to show that special someone how much they truly mean to you on the holiday of love ! If you are on the struggle bus this Valentine's Day season, give the gift of life and greenery! As a gift that keeps on giving, gifting a plant from this list of V-Day houseplants is sure to make your significant other feel special, not only on February 14, but every day!
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