GARDEN GUIDE

Our garden notes are here to help you feel more confident as the season unfolds.

You’ll find timely tips, simple explanations, and practical guidance based on what’s happening in the garden right now. Nothing overwhelming—just steady support you can come back to, season after season.

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Let's Talk Native Hydrangea

Hydrangea arborescens, or smooth hydrangeas, are native to the eastern U.S. and are much easier to grow & take care of than non-native varieties. Learn why you're going to fall...

Let's Talk Native Hydrangea

Hydrangea arborescens, or smooth hydrangeas, are native to the eastern U.S. and are much easier to grow & take care of than non-native varieties. Learn why you're going to fall...

Fall-Blooming Native Perennials You'll Love

Overlooked in the spring and summer, it’s now time for the fall-blooming native perennials to shine. And let’s be clear, these aren’t overlooked because they’re bad plants, but because they’re...

Fall-Blooming Native Perennials You'll Love

Overlooked in the spring and summer, it’s now time for the fall-blooming native perennials to shine. And let’s be clear, these aren’t overlooked because they’re bad plants, but because they’re...