Monrovia offers complete guide to Japanese maples
It’s no surprise people love Japanese maples (Acer palmatum). There are hundreds of different varieties in many shapes and colors, such that they can replace any landscape plant in the […]
Keep your planted containers looking good through the fall
You’ve invested time and effort to put together beautiful planted containers for your patio, so don’t let them languish this fall. A few simple steps can help keep these containers […]
Halloween ‘terroriums’ make a spooky addition to your home décor
By Linda Langelo Make a unique Halloween display by getting into the spirit of “terroriums.” These are terrariums that you make spooky, creepy, or mysterious! They can fit in any […]
Fall is in the air at area harvest festivals
It’s almost time to don the hoodies and sweaters and enjoy the fall fun in the sun at area harvest festivals. Bauman’s Harvest Festival has more than 30 activities for […]
Columnar trees offer options for small lot sizes
By Linda Langelo As residential density increases and lot sizes shrink, homeowners need to make smarter choices that suit their compact landscapes. Industry experts at Standard Nursery and Bartlett Tree […]
Let plants go to seed in fall and winter
As the blooms fade and your garden settles into the quieter months, it might be tempting to tidy everything up — cutting back stems and clearing debris before winter sets […]
Climbing hydrangeas make a statement in the garden
By Samantha Huisman, Proven Winners Climbing hydrangeas are probably not the first thing that comes to mind when you hear the word “hydrangea,” but they are incredible plants that make […]
Getting ready for fall color
By Linda Langelo With summer upon us, it may seem counterintuitive, but now is the perfect time to plan to add rich color to the landscape in fall. As fall […]
Experience an explosion of color at Swan Island Dahlias
By Linda Langelo Swan Island Dahlias began as a humble operation, growing dahlias on just one acre, and has expanded to nearly 50 acres. In 1963, Nick and Margaret Gitts […]
Is it a good or bad bug?
Ever wonder if that bug in your yard is a friend or a foe? IPM, or integrated pest management, is the best way to manage pests in the garden while […]