2018-02-02 14:31
In 2017, Americans spent $18.2 BILLION on gifts for their significant others on Valentine’s Day. 48.3% of those gifts were, you guessed it, cut flowers. Why are we spending $50 to $125… Read More
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2017-10-13 14:00
Now that it is the middle of fall, you may have noticed that the leaves on your trees are turning from green to yellow and also causing a big mess in your yard. If you’re anything like… Read More
2017-09-29 16:26
If you don’t have any Encore Azaleas in your yard right now, you’re missing out on endless blooms! I don’t know about you, but I have this love-hate relationship with fall… Read More
2017-09-15 15:02
The Spring and Summer are the busiest time of the year for nurseries across the world. Flowers are blooming and looking as radiant as ever, and it seems like it would be a great idea… Read More
2017-08-25 12:34
What’s up? My name is Peter and I will be your plarenting teacher for this weeks edition of Plarenting 101: How to Turn Your Black Thumb Into a Green Thumb! Last week, Chaz went… Read More
2017-08-18 13:47
Congratulations! You’re thinking about taking the next big step in your life and you would like to have a plant. From plarent to plarent, it is truly such a rewarding and fulfil… Read More
2017-08-04 13:35
http://ncbg.unc.edu/directions/ The North Carolina Botanical Garden, part of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, describes itself as a “conservation garden… Read More
2017-07-28 14:00
Detailed directions and maps are available on their website at https://jcra.ncsu.edu/visit/directions/index.php. Parking is free and available in the Arboretum’s paved lo… Read More
2017-07-21 13:49
Lush, full landscapes don’t happen overnight. For many gardeners, especially those seeking shade or privacy from their landscape plants, frustration sets in after they plant a shrub or… Read More
2017-07-14 14:00
By Helen Newling Lawson Six free visitor parking spaces are available directly across the street from the McMillan Greenhouse on Facilities Drive. You will need to get a temporary 4-h… Read More
2017-07-07 14:00
When you’re faced with thousands of potential plants to purchase for your yard or garden, the task of choosing which ones will be superior performers for you is indeed a daunting task… Read More
2017-07-07 13:50
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2017-05-22 17:51
You go to a garden center and all the plants seem to thrive in either full sun or the sunny side of partial sun. What are you to do if you want to grow plants indoors? On your porch? In the… Read More
2017-05-16 15:29
Sprouting a green thumb have many health benefits for adults, and even makes a great choice to teach children as a hobby they can pursue on their own. Yet you need to be aware of some of the… Read More
2017-05-12 13:36
A Rose is a Rose…or is it? There’s not just “one type” of rose (Rosa spp.). With countless rose species, cultivars, colors and growth habits, it can be overwhelming… Read More
2016-08-18 13:46
Can’t take the Heat?
When natural rainfall is not enough to keep your plants watered, you have to pick up the slack. An irrigation system saves you time in not having to water your pla… Read More
2016-06-01 13:04
Often overlooked and underused in the garden, vines offer a landscape design element that other plants can’t bring to the table. They can be trained upward on a trellis or arbor; they… Read More
2016-05-27 13:03
Resplendent in bright colors, azaleas (Rhododendron spp.) energize spring landscapes. Until the late 90’s, gardeners waited with anticipation all year to enjoy their azaleas’ onc… Read More
2016-05-25 13:30
Plants give us multi-sensory experiences by tantalizing our senses of sight, smell, hearing, taste and touch. Visitors to the garden who may be impaired by one or more of these senses often… Read More
2016-05-23 14:23
Colorful floral arrangements brighten foyers and enhance dinner tables. But if you’re hesitant to cut the flowers in your landscape to bring indoors because it may leave your yard less… Read More
2016-05-20 13:51
Unlike some plants that need intensive pruning, staking and spraying before they bear fruit, blueberries are a dream to grow. After you plant them and they become established in their new ho… Read More
2016-05-18 13:38
If you could select only one type of flowering shrub for your garden, you couldn’t go wrong by choosing a hydrangea. But don’t stop at only one type of hydrangea, because the div… Read More
2016-04-15 12:29
What gardeners wouldn’t welcome plants so suitably “at home” in their gardens that they need little care and ongoing maintenance? Enter native plants – the ones that… Read More
2016-04-13 18:19
A cottage garden stands in stark contrast to a formal, manicured garden. Typically small and intimate, a cottage garden strikes a balance between having a casual, informal look without looki… Read More
2016-04-11 13:34
Herbs are not just for cooking — many of them make beautiful ornamental plants for your landscape! Instead of planting a separate herb garden, you can incorporate herb plants into your… Read More
2016-04-08 13:19
When you think of choosing flowers to add colorful touches to your landscape, you may be overlooking one of the most dramatic sources of this color — flowering trees. Not only can tree… Read More
2016-03-18 13:21
A contented gardener can sit for hours in the backyard under a favorite tree — or in a rocking chair on the veranda — simply watching the birds and butterflies that come to visit… Read More
2016-03-16 16:42
A rain garden can be a beautiful solution to a not-so-beautiful eyesore in your yard. Do you have a low-lying area in your landscape — one where rainwater collects into a big puddle an… Read More
2016-03-14 15:51
There’s not a lot of ornamental appeal to green turf-grass. Oh sure, it provides a canvas of green against which you place your landscape plants, but it typically requires a lot of mai… Read More
2016-03-11 14:45
Did you know that apples continue to live even after they’re picked? This means they continue the process of respiration, which means taking in oxygen and giving off carbon dioxide. Bu… Read More
2016-03-07 14:33
One of the frustrations of many gardeners is enjoying a riot of color in their yard during spring and early summer…but by mid- to late-summer, the garden loses a lot of its impact. Th… Read More
2016-03-04 14:39
If you want to turn your so-so yard into a so-terrific garden retreat, nothing could be easier or more effective than introducing container plants. Beyond a simple potted plant or two, you c… Read More
2016-03-02 16:15
Many garden areas remain unplanted by gardeners who think that nothing really colorful can grow in very shady spots. But these gardeners are typically thinking of colorful flowers, forgettin… Read More
2016-02-29 14:19
The next time you take a plate from your kitchen cabinet, picture a single flower covering the plate — now you have an idea of the size of “dinner plate dahlias.” Now go a… Read More
2016-02-16 13:51
In spring and summer, pink muhly grass (Muhlenbergia capillaris) plays a supporting role to other plants by lending texture and greenery to your garden. But it captures the spotlight in late… Read More
2015-12-21 20:47
Gardeners may be forgiven for forgetting to notice broadleaf and needle evergreens when flowering trees, shrubs, perennials, annuals, and bulbs are competing in spring and summer’s bea… Read More
2015-10-30 12:23
The United States National Arboretum, located in Washington, D.C., is part of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Research Service – the same people who bring you t… Read More
2015-10-21 13:32
Growing a tree from a shrub is a botanical impossibility, but a skilled horticulturist can create the next best thing. “Tree form” is the term used to describe a shrub that is sh… Read More
2015-10-19 19:07
You can transform a dark garden nook into a brilliant moon garden with the simple addition of three perennial shrubs — Radicans Gardenia, Annabelle Hydrangea and April Snow Camellia. A… Read More
2015-10-16 02:56
If you’re going to visit a botanic garden, the unexpected site of green gardens situated in the middle of a large city can be thrilling, a special treasure where it doesn’t belon… Read More
2015-10-14 19:19
It’s official. The sweltering summer is over. Sweaters replace swimsuits, blankets wrap shoulders, and book bags litter the living room. The lazy, hazy days of summer are a distant mem… Read More
2015-10-12 13:37
As southern California faces the harsh transition from its lure as a lush paradise for visitors and celebrities from around the world to the reality of record drought, the Los Angeles County… Read More
2015-10-02 13:18
You don’t have to head to the hills or look up to tall trees to spot gorgeous fall color and texture in your landscape. These five fall stunners look great as the weather cools and all… Read More
2015-08-10 17:49
It’s summertime! Beach vacations, grilling, and newly erected baby (and adult) pools are in full effect. But, there’s one problem. Your tan is near perfect but rainfall is nonexi… Read More
2015-08-06 18:32
Of all the flowering plants in the gardening universe, the esteemed Knock Out™ Rose is perhaps the mightiest. Bred by horticulture legend, William Radler, this hybrid masterpiece took… Read More
2015-07-21 13:54
Azaleas are the biggest teaser of all flowering plants. Its commanding blooms in the spring turn every head from butterfly to bee to human. But, as summer approaches, the azalea decides that… Read More
2015-07-16 12:50
Summer is here! Plants are bustling. The sun and blue sky are aplenty. Everyone’s happy. Yet, the summer heat can wreak havoc on a garden . Flowering plants can wilt and abandon their… Read More
2015-07-14 18:03
Your home is supposed to be your refuge. But as summer settles in, the house is rivaling the oven in temperature. You can turn on the AC, but the bills are more than the mortgage. You dream… Read More
2015-07-09 12:41
A living fence is a perfect way to both enjoy your privacy and be in tune with the natural world. Perhaps the best choice for creating a green wall are shrubs. Gardeners of both the amateur… Read More
2015-07-07 15:24
Nothing is more satisfying for the mind, body, and soul than a fresh blueberry. Native Americans introduced this super fruit centuries ago to European colonists, and the blueberry is now pro… Read More
2015-06-25 15:35
You finally have a day off. The garden chores are done, and it’s time to kick back and enjoy the summer sun. But, just as you recline in the hammock with an ice cold drink, the party c… Read More
2015-06-23 12:59
Summer is here, but your vacation is not. This is the one year you can’t hitch a plane to an exotic locale for some tropical downtime. But, you can still create a feel for the tropics… Read More
2015-06-18 12:47
Ask anyone which flower first comes to mind, and it’s a better bet than choice Vegas odds that they will say the rose. And why not? Shakespeare wrote about it. Valentine’s Day wo… Read More
2015-06-16 12:43
Summer is nearly here and with it comes a parade of blooms and colors that light up backyards across the country. With the arrival of flowers comes flocks of numerous visitors of the winged… Read More
2015-06-11 12:12
To want a flower garden is human. To have a hydrangea garden is divine. These marvels of the plant world are known around the globe for their eye-catching blooms that can be as large as the… Read More
2015-06-04 22:14
You are the master of patio plants. Every inch of your deck is a tapestry of blooms that is the talk of the neighborhood. But, lurking over the horizon is summer: a season that is both spect… Read More
2015-06-02 13:16
The winter doldrums are officially over. Spring is in the latter stages with bustles of blooms and bees. Summer is on the horizon, which means beach vacations, cold lemonades, and lazy porch… Read More
2015-05-15 12:35
No Yard? No Problem!
You’re tired of hearing your gardener friends talk about their lush backyards. Boasts of flower rows and towering fruit trees fill every conversation once spring… Read More
2015-05-12 14:52
A natural fence is the best way to get back your needed solitude and keep in touch with mother nature. Forget the traditional white picket fence or the industrial drabness of a chain-linked… Read More
2015-05-08 18:04
Mother knows best.
And she always knows what to expect on her special day: flowers, brunch, and a sentimental card. While it’s the thought that counts, wouldn’t it be great to se… Read More
2015-05-05 12:50
Natural fragrances keep the nose in touch with the outdoors. The artificial smells of plug-ins and sprays are no match for the scents found right in the backyard.
What are the best of the fr… Read More
2015-04-23 12:23
If there is one shrub unsung in the decorative hedge world, it would be the Loropetalum. Maybe it’s because of the hard to pronounce name, or maybe it’s because plants like azale… Read More
2015-04-21 12:40
You dream of an island vacation, but the hassles of everyday life keeps the plane ticket to the tropics at bay. One way to beat the doldrums and bring a little sun and fun into your life is… Read More
2015-04-16 13:50
Garden envy is an affliction that many growers suffer. Worse, a lot of gardeners see powerhouse perennial beds that seem to glow with colors in every season, sending them into a pit of despa… Read More
2015-04-14 14:02
One of the biggest problems that avid gardeners have is growing space. Urban areas and postage stamp lots do not suit plant lovers very well. But, there are ways to enjoy lush growth and rai… Read More
2015-04-09 13:03
Spring brings a pageantry of plants just begging for attention. Stately magnolias and rows of daffodils explain in colorful detail that winter is long gone. The loudest of this flowering bun… Read More
2015-04-07 12:25
If there’s any tree that symbolizes the South, it’s the stately magnolia tree. When the blossoms first display their delicate heads in early spring, the sweet fragrances fill eve… Read More
2015-04-01 16:04
Cherry blossom trees are the exclamation point of spring, a stark contrast to the blahs of winter. The kaleidoscope of colors, from whites to pinks to reds shower these elegant trees from to… Read More
2015-03-26 13:10
The fabled Lenten Rose is rising in popularity as the spring flower. More than the Daffodil. And even more than the look-at-me-and-only-me Tulip. Also known as Helleborus, the Lenten Roses a… Read More
2015-03-24 13:26
Of all the flowers that beg for our attention, the peony is the queen of the “Look At Me!” plants. And how can you resist? Every variety of peony—pink, red, purple, white… Read More
2015-03-19 13:39
You head to your yard, book in one hand, an ice cold drink in the other. You sit down in your favorite outdoor recliner. The sun is shining. Life is perfect.
Except…
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2015-03-12 14:11
Dwarf Tree Chic
The hottest plant trends for 2015 are small in stature, but huge in eye appeal. Dwarf trees are officially hip, and they are replacing their bigger counterparts. From knockou… Read More
2015-03-10 14:28
The winter doldrums can sap the energy from even the most optimistic of gardeners. Flowers that burst with color in the spring and summer are former shells of themselves. Once bountiful frui… Read More
2015-02-27 13:17
The lavender herb is many things: The head turner. The body builder. The scent superior. Once you go lavender, you never go back. And why would you? Its indispensable property as a landscape… Read More
2015-02-24 14:25
Bareroot Perennials are the budget gardener’s dream. While not especially gorgeous at the outset (a wooden stem with bare spidery roots), bareroots acclimate quickly to their growing e… Read More
2015-02-19 14:05
One of the most rewarding features of any garden are fruit trees. Sweet smelling blossoms in the spring give way to luscious fruits in the summer and fall. Imagine bounties of plump cherries… Read More
2015-02-17 15:06
Ah, the temperamental Gardenia. Its pleasing smells and massive white blooms softens the heart of even the most jaded gardener. But, the impatient green-thumbed will find that the garde… Read More
2015-02-12 14:17
You have a green thumb, but you don’t have the yard space. You have images of lush flowers and harvest after harvest of luscious fruits, but your reality is parking lots, stairwel… Read More
2015-02-10 13:45
Grove after grove of green, yellow, and orange fruits are the citrusy symbol of the sun laden tropics. However, what are the colder climate residents to do if they want the lo… Read More
2015-02-05 13:45
Pruning roses never looks easy, unforgiving thorns and unruly stalks can be a nightmare for the novice. Cutting away the wrong branch or pruning too much has killed many a gardener’s p… Read More
2015-02-03 13:24
You have rose envy. Every yard or botanical garden you walk by has a flourish of rose bushes that dazzle your eye and raise your jealousy. You want your garden to have those same b… Read More
2013-04-29 11:00
Green plants look fresh and vibrant for long weeks. Plus, they can help cover the spots where flowering plants have faded. One great all-green plant is the fern.
Ferns come in nu… Read More
2013-04-26 11:00
If you’ve ever flipped through a gardening website, magazine or book, you’ve probably seen the term “specimen plant” but you might not know what it means. A spe… Read More
2013-04-23 11:00
There are very, very few plants that can thrive in any light conditions. Typically, they favor either full sun or mostly shade with a varying tolerance for doses of the opposite. … Read More
2013-04-20 11:15
Blueberry season may be a few months away but if you want a bountiful crop this summer, you’ve got to get busy in the spring. There are many spring tasks that gardeners can take… Read More
2013-04-17 11:00
When creating, changing or making additions to your landscape, it’s best to have a clearly defined style in mind. Choosing a gardening style will help you pick plants that comple… Read More
2013-04-14 11:00
When we think of our gardens, we often limit our perspective to a single sense: our vision. We consider how a plant will look in a space, how a tree will enhance the appearance of a ho… Read More
2013-04-12 11:00
Every gardener, no matter what his skill level, could use a little help to get a better result. Whether you’re talking about a little advice from a neighbor or some seeds passed… Read More
2013-04-10 11:25
Creating a backyard orchard is a wonderful way to utilize your landscape. Planting your own fruit trees is one more step towards a more sustainable lifestyle. You can also use yo… Read More
2013-04-08 11:15
Spring can often bring unpredictable weather. Storms can come up suddenly in any area of the country and cause damage to your garden. A little protection and a few preventative m… Read More
2013-04-06 11:10
Is your garden looking a little flat? Bring some of those blooms up to eye level with an arbor and flowering vines. Many flowering vines are easy to grow and can bring a huge vis… Read More
2013-04-04 12:52
The signs are unmistakable. The temperature is beginning to rise. Your mood is improving. The birds are singing again. A little bit of green is starting to show in your gar… Read More
2013-01-22 13:15
There are plenty of reasons to choose groundcover plants. A landscape plan just won’t look finished if there are bare spots or exposed roots. Groundcovers can address a lot… Read More
2013-01-14 18:40
During the dark days of winter, a garden can get a little gloomy. With so few flowers to enjoy, tending a winter garden can become something of a chore. A few bright blooms can r… Read More
2011-04-29 17:56
Don’t settle for another boring Mother’s Day bouquet of cut flowers! They’ll soon be forgotten once they begin to wilt a few days later. Surprise her with a lasting perenni… Read More
2011-04-14 17:35
Don’t bother with a floral bouquet that will die in a week, or the clichéd Easter Lily as an Easter gift. Instead, give the gift of a flowering perennial that will continue to… Read More
2011-04-13 12:45
Forget for a moment, the notion that America’s long-standing history with the beautiful Cherry Blossom Tree involves our first president chopping down one of these lovely specimens a… Read More
2011-04-12 18:50
The Masters Golf Tournament is over and done with. It was an exciting finish, with the championship coming down to the final few putts.
Set at the Augusta National Golf Club in Geo… Read More
2011-04-04 14:07
Vertical Gardening adds life, depth, and a touch of whimsy to an otherwise horizontal existence in the garden. For people living in an apartment or small outdoor space, it also creat… Read More
2011-03-31 13:54
Spring is near, and that means preparing for vegetable planting. Be sure to consider these five factors when starting up your garden…
Preparing the garden area
Choose a well dra… Read More
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