2020-03-02 18:51
Are you looking for a way to introduce some drama into your landscape? Give your garden mass appeal when you grow your favorite plants in groups. When you focus on grouping your plants, or p… Read More
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2019-11-01 12:36
You’ve invested a lot of time, money, and energy in your garden, and the result is a gorgeous landscape you’re extremely proud of! Yet, you and your neighbors aren’t the on… Read More
2019-10-28 18:45
Continue to celebrate the Year of the Dahlia with our tips on how to dig up and store your dahlias for winter.
Dahlias are native to Mexico so they won’t survive the freezing temperat… Read More
2019-10-18 12:46
Flowering vines can be a stunning way to add visual interest to both your garden and home. Many vines attract hummingbirds and butterflies and can be fragrant and colorful. Too often we thin… Read More
2019-10-08 12:42
If you’re a gardener with a lot of shade around your home, you may find yourself struggling to find plants that thrive in minimal sunlight, especially when it comes to shrubs. Take a… Read More
2019-10-01 13:18
Planning a pollinator friendly garden is as easy as picking out the best plants to make your bees, hummingbirds, and butterflies happy. Flowers are not only lovely to our eyes but essential… Read More
2019-09-27 18:12
Have you ever wondered where Wayside Gardens comes from? Well, in 1920, Jan Jacob Grullemans, marketer and plantsman, and nurseryman Elmer Schultz, pooled their talents and European horticul… Read More
2019-09-20 13:11
After spring planting and summer blooms you may wonder what more is needed now that fall is here. The answer depends on how much easier you’d like things to be when spring comes aroun… Read More
2019-08-23 19:56
Planting isn’t just for springtime! Did you know that fall is one of the best times to plant for many plants? For many perennials, bulbs, trees, and shrubs fal… Read More
2019-08-16 18:25
As much as we love taking in the beauty of our gardens during the day the unfortunate reality is that many of us get home from work and only have a few hours of the day left to enjoy our ha… Read More
2019-08-06 17:54
There are countless benefits to planting trees in your landscape!
They add shape, structure, and visual appeal. Trees improve air quality for better health, and can reduce your homes energy… Read More
2019-03-21 14:08
If you live in an apartment or are short on gardening space, you know how frustrating it can be to come up with urban gardening solutions. Did you know that there are various varieties of f… Read More
2019-01-23 20:39
The National Garden Bureau has named 2019 the year of the Dahlia and we could not be more excited! Dahlias have one of the widest ranges of bloom colors, forms, and sizes you’ll find… Read More
2019-01-18 16:22
Creating a pollinator friendly garden is as easy as picking out the best plants to make your bees, hummingbirds, and butterflies happy. Flowers are not only lovely to our eyes but essential… Read More
2018-11-08 19:42
Dealing with fallen leaves is a rite of passage for anyone with discernibly colder seasons and a few deciduous trees in their yard. As those glorious waves of golden, scarlet and amber leav… Read More
2018-09-27 20:32
Bulbs are some of the easiest and rewarding plants out there. Just Dig, Drop, Done! Here are 4 fantastic new bulbs just begging to beautify your spring garden.
Hyacinth ‘Jan Bos&rsqu&hell…Read More
2018-09-20 14:21
Does your landscape need a face-lift? Flowers are great, but if you want to keep your yard looking beautiful even in the off season you’ll need some eye-catching foliage to make it sta… Read More
2018-07-17 12:46
There are some who believe that the only good snake is a dead snake. Over half of the US population fears snakes, more than any other country in the world. Fear often stems from misunderstan… Read More
2018-07-16 19:06
Summer is a busy time in the garden. Lots of things are growing, blooming, ripening, and fluttering around the lush landscape. Even in these peaceful times a gardener must stay vigilan… Read More
2018-05-03 19:34
There are few plants more iconic than roses. These timeless classics are a staple of cultivated landscapes the world over, yet many first time gardeners are hesitant to grow them. Roses suff… Read More
2018-04-11 15:45
Striking, classy, and timeless, Japanese Maples hold a special place in the hearts and gardens of horticulturists the world over. We have the unique privilege of introducing 3 new varieties… Read More
2018-03-22 16:22
You don’t always need to go out and buy specialty products for your garden. Sometimes the best things for your plants are those right under your nose! While you’re spring cleanin… Read More
2018-03-08 19:24
One of the best feelings for a gardener is watching pollinators float in to sample your flowers. Here are some of the best annuals for luring butterflies, bees and hummingbirds to your yard… Read More
2018-02-13 13:26
Composting is one of the most rewarding activities for you, your garden, and the planet. It literally turns trash into treasure! If you want to rejuvenate your garden, the best way is to har… Read More
2018-02-07 20:57
Does your lawn make you yawn? Try spicing it up with some of these beautiful, easy to grow groundcovers.
Why you should ditch your lawn
First, a brief history lesson on lawns. According to… Read More
2018-01-05 17:27
After months of cold ranging from bitter to nagging, the first signs of Spring are always a welcome sight. Here we’ve highlighted our favorite early rising Spring plants which start th… Read More
2017-12-06 17:01
A well cared for evergreen tree can last for over a month in the right circumstances, but many of us see those dreaded brown needles almost as soon as we set it up in our homes. Never fear … Read More
2017-11-07 13:16
Smaller gardens take a special kind of skill to polish, but with the right accents and techniques they can wow as well as their more spacious counterparts.
1 .Open Sky
Having a skyline cl… Read More
2017-10-23 14:12
Out of all the creatures that can inhabit your garden, moles are some of the trickiest to deal with. Their presence is admittedly a mixed bag of blessings and curses, though most lawn… Read More
2017-10-03 13:31
Fall is beautiful. It’s a veritable ‘second Spring’ where even the typically solemn trees burst into their brightest colors. Green turns to gold, crimson, amber, and plum w… Read More
2017-09-15 17:37
It’s no secret: Gift shopping can make us restless. Sometimes the best gifts are the most simple, and these are easy, beautiful and long lasting presents that your loved ones will cher… Read More
2017-08-25 15:49
Mass planting is a fun, visually appealing technique that is great for wide open spaces. Find out if this method is right for you and your landscape.
What’s Mass Planting?
Mass planti… Read More
2017-08-18 15:32
As much as we love to admire and sniff them, flowers aren’t just for our enjoyment. They are essential elements of the ecosystem. Winged bugs of all stripes love and depend on flowers… Read More
2017-07-17 16:24
Want to install a garden structure in your landscape but aren’t sure what it’s called? You’re not alone! These common pieces of outdoor architecture share similar qualities… Read More
2017-07-14 15:27
What do you get when a mild winter meets an early, wet summer? Ticks galore. As the mercury climbs the ticks’ territory expands and so does the likelihood of suffering a bite. Tic… Read More
2017-07-12 15:03
Whether you’re snipping roses for a sweetheart, turning hydrangeas into a wedding bouquet or arranging tulips into a classy centerpiece, there are few things as fulfilling for a g… Read More
2017-07-06 14:21
Hyacinth are great. They smell nice and are a favorite in springtime gardens. Grape Hyacinth (Muscari), while also wonderful, are not Hyacinth, though they share much in common. Don&rsq&hell…Read More
2017-06-16 14:59
Community gardens are just a fun, weekend project that doesn’t really do anything right? Wrong! Gardening has a huge impact on local environment, businesses and nature as a whole. Som… Read More
2017-06-12 18:52
They’re cute, their soft, and to many gardeners they are a menace. Rabbits can clear a garden of foliage, flowers and fruit in a single night, making them some of the sneakiest and mos… Read More
2017-05-11 12:13
We dedicate so much time and energy to our gardens that it is only natural to want to get the most out of it. An easy way to ensure returns on our hard work is by growing plants with long se… Read More
2017-05-10 16:03
If you’ve been with us for a while, you had to have asked yourself at least once, “What’s with the windmill?” It’s true that we’ve gone against the norm h… Read More
2017-05-05 12:27
For the average gardener, there would be no garden without full sun perennials. They provide most of the colors, textures, and fragrances that serve to give a garden its basic structure… Read More
2017-04-24 13:21
Who doesn’t like a good party? The days are getting longer and warmer, so it’s time to get out and get social! There are plenty of easy ways to make your gatherings memorable, an… Read More
2017-04-14 11:00
Here at Wayside Gardens, we always appreciate being mentioned by newspapers. I especially enjoyed this article in the San Francisco Chronicle, because it recommended us as a source for… Read More
2017-04-07 16:00
We’ve all heard the saying “Don’t judge a book by its cover” and that is sound advice even when applied in the horticultural world. These beautiful yet unfortunate sp… Read More
2017-03-31 20:43
There’s an old joke that goes: “Gardening: Cheaper than therapy and you get tomatoes!” And while we chuckle at this pithy saying, there’s a lot of truth to it… Read More
2017-03-20 16:28
When you buy flower bulbs like dahlias and lilies, they are imported from the best growers around the world and treated to the perfect climate and the perfect care. That’s why onc… Read More
2017-03-17 20:34
Do you ever look out at your garden and wish you had a fairy godmother (or at least her magic wand) to whisk away your planting pains? Espoma isn’t magic, but its products have an asto… Read More
2017-03-10 21:08
For some parts of the country winter is long gone and evidence of spring is everywhere you look. But for Northern states winter can drag and won’t halt its killing chill just because t… Read More
2017-03-03 20:19
Not all flowers are like daisies with their blooms facing up to meet the sun. In face, some are more shy, with bowed heads studying their roots. Downward facing and lovely, these demur… Read More
2017-02-23 21:33
Kudzu. Tree of Heaven. Purple Loosestrife. For many of you, just reading those name sent a shiver down your spine. Why? Because these living menaces are known as invasive plants an… Read More
2017-02-02 21:27
It’s always fun to experiment with garden themes, and this week’s theme is Japanese gardening! From grasses to shrubs and trees, we’ve got all you need to sculpt your lands… Read More
2017-01-23 14:48
As spring swiftly approaches, we gardeners are filled with that familiar ambivalent feeling—eager for the warm weather and beautiful blooms, but anxious about all the work we need to g… Read More
2017-01-18 09:00
A new year means new opportunities and we are already planning ways to get the best out of the next 365 days. One way to get a jump on your new garden is picking the perfect varieties to let… Read More
2017-01-10 15:43
According to science people have only 3 basic needs – food, water and shelter. Much like humans, plants really only need 3 things to survive – sunlight, water, and a growing medi… Read More
2016-10-27 18:50
Autumn means the nights are longer and chillier, but that doesn’t mean they can’t be filled with light. Don’t shoo your garden parties inside when you can enjoy the crisp f… Read More
2016-10-12 18:49
Toadstools, morels, truffles – whatever you call them they are the delicious oddities that grace gardens and plates the world over. Once you see how easy and rewarding it is to grow yo… Read More
2016-10-07 18:38
Life isn’t always about pastels and primary colors. They say the darker the berry the sweeter the juice, but does that hold true for the rest of the botanical world as well? Take a wal… Read More
2016-09-30 20:14
Our eyes crave beauty the way our sweet tooth craves sugar. Satisfy that need for flora decadence by growing these 7 excellent varieties in your garden. No calorie counting required!
Banana… Read More
2016-09-22 15:50
Are your flowers vase worthy? Find out which blooms live the longest in vases and learn the little tricks that ensure they stay fresh and perky long after they leave your garden!
Flow… Read More
2016-09-20 16:37
The internet is an amazing place; a wizard of Oz wonderland where everything is colorful and interesting. But just like Oz things aren’t always as friendly or genuine as they appear. M… Read More
2016-09-14 19:40
Winter may be months away, but that won’t stop us from eagerly planning our cold season gardens. At the top of our wishlist this year is a fresh face on the botanical scene: Ice… Read More
2016-08-31 09:00
Mosquitoes: those uninvited guests that love to give the gift that keeps on itching. These pests have plagued humanity since they burst from Pandora’s box and we’ve been at war w… Read More
2016-08-31 09:00
Mosquitoes: those uninvited guests that love to give the gift that keeps on itching. These pests have plagued humanity since they burst from Pandora’s box and we’ve been at war w… Read More
2016-08-25 16:18
In a world buzzing with constant clamor, movement and colors sometimes the best reprieve is silence, stillness, and nothingness. White flowers symbolize peace, fidelity, innocence, hone… Read More
2016-08-17 17:15
Some believe that a flower is lovely because its beauty is fleeting, but for those of us who want to hold on to that image a bit longer drying those flowers is the best way to keep them fore… Read More
2016-08-09 20:46
Let’s face it: succulents were invented for lazy people. They are so stubbornly durable that even the most lethal “brown thumb” gardeners can grow a bounty of lush greenery… Read More
2016-08-03 15:21
Birders take heed – the best feeders in the world are those you can grow right in your yard. These four ornamental bushes are not only attractive enough to draw the eye but also produc… Read More
2016-07-27 15:10
When our plants fail we may blame everything from poor weather to vengeful squirrels, but sometimes the problem is right beneath our feet. Compacted soil could be the only thing standing in… Read More
2016-07-20 20:05
Ah those lovely lightning bugs. Summer just isn’t complete without that familiar glow waltzing slowly through the balmy night air. It’s amazing how even years after we&rsquo&hell…Read More
2016-05-12 13:44
Who made wildflower such a dirty word? Perhaps it’s because most people see them as weeds rather than legitimate greenery. Maybe we’re all just forgetting that before they were t… Read More
2016-04-29 12:30
Why do trees have bark?
Bark is essentially the skin of a tree. It protects the inner layers of the tree, just like our skin protects our body from insects, disease and damage. It’s q… Read More
2016-04-26 13:37
They land on our finger tips, scurry across our dashboards and even find their way between the pages of our books. That’s right; the season of ladybugs is upon us. Fear not – the… Read More
2016-04-21 17:30
Feeling a little unappreciated at work? Like maybe you do so much during a day, but no one recognizes how much you actually accomplish? Then maybe you know what it’s like to be an eart… Read More
2016-04-18 21:05
Why do we find five pointed flowers so delightful? Is it because when playing “He loves me-he loves me not” we’ll always get the best answer at the end? Or maybe because th… Read More
2016-04-11 12:03
Having siblings is a mixed bag of crazy experiences – sometimes fun, sometimes not-so-fun but always an adventure. And while we might not always see eye-to-eye with our brothers and si… Read More
2016-04-06 17:43
Between work and school and a plethora of life’s other stresses it can be quite difficult for the average person to make time for gardening. On the other side are those with a little m… Read More
2016-04-04 14:35
Do you still cringe at that dumb thing you said at an office party 3 years ago? Hey don’t beat yourself up. We all have those moments where we wish we could just sink into the ground a… Read More
2016-04-01 08:00
Beware – there are mischief makers in our midst! While April Fool’s Day is our one chance of the year to stir up some (lighthearted) trouble, the creatures of this list never tak… Read More
2016-03-29 14:52
Since 1934, The Masters Tournament has been held annually at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia. Trust us, this is not your average golf club. Augusta National is known for its s… Read More
2016-03-23 18:28
City life has its perks, but what of the gardeners stuck in the steel jungle? When there’s not enough open land to sooth the itch in your green thumb, it’s time to start looking… Read More
2016-03-14 13:21
The smallest butterflies are about 1/8 inch in size, while the largest are about 12 inches wide!
Butterflies do not see in black and white, but they can only see the colors red, green and… Read More
2016-03-11 13:25
Can you imagine planting an entire garden completely by hand? How would you till and turn the soil? How about digging holes? You fingernail would not appreciate that kind of abuse, that&rsqu&hell…Read More
2016-02-10 13:56
Valentine’s Day is coming up, and we all know what that means! Everyone will be scampering to get the perfect bouquet of a dozen red roses and the biggest heart-shaped box of chocolate… Read More
2016-01-21 14:32
Don’t you just love when squirrels eat out of your birdfeeders, feasting before the poor birds even get a single seed? Or how about when squirrels find their way into your roof, and ne… Read More
2016-01-19 13:53
Can you guess which of these plants is grown on Earth, and which ones have been found on other planets? (Hint: you can buy all of these).
1. Silver Bells Chocolate Vine
Are those white thi… Read More
2016-01-12 13:34
Wonder what this Japanese Maple has to say?
Did you know that plants can communicate? No, we’re not crazy! Plants can actually talk to one another, but in a language that we can’… Read More
2016-01-05 13:24
A couple of beautiful and energetic hummingbirds
What is National Bird Day?
National Bird Day is a time to think about birds, their beauty, how they live, what they need, and how we treat th… Read More
2015-12-21 20:02
First, a Cautionary Tale
Epic . Fail.
Last year when I went on vacation I knew I was going to be gone for the better part of two weeks, and I didn’t want my poor houseplants to die wit… Read More
2015-12-10 13:39
Battle of the Butterfly Bush
Few garden plants are truly “controversial”, but Buddleia is.
A dwarf, sterile, and exceptionally handsome Buddleia.
A native of China, Buddleia davi… Read More
2015-11-11 13:53
Ghouls and Goblins won’t kill you. But these plants could.
Many of the garden plants we grow for ornamental reasons got their vibrant, exotic colors as nature’s way of saying &ld&hell…Read More
2015-11-05 17:59
I’d be happy to even get back what I paid for my house. With so many foreclosures still on the market, demand for houses is still flagging. But Greg Brand had 5 offers in 48 hours afte… Read More
2015-10-20 18:58
With temperatures cooling off and the leaves starting to turn, now is the perfect time to get out there and take a close look at some leaves!
This piece will be about all the myriad shapes t… Read More
2015-10-12 18:15
The season’s most popular tulip blend!
Apparently a lot of people like to kiss and tell! Our beautiful new tulip blend (Kiss n’ Tell) has been in the press a lot lately, and now… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
Wayside is celebrating its 94th birthday in style! Take a peek at the 7 Days of Giveaways going on here: http://www.waysidegardens.com/94_Anniversary/a/94_Anniversary/
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2006-06-07 11:16
Spring is right around the corner, which means the gard […]
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2006-06-07 11:16
We here at Wayside Gardens (and Park Seed and Jackson & […]
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2006-06-07 11:16
When planning out your garden this spring, feature the color orange! Several vibrant new cultivars can help make your orange display dazzling all season long!
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