Your front porch is your home’s first impression. It’s a space where you can welcome guests, relax outdoors, and enjoy the fresh air. One of the easiest and most impactful ways to enhance your porch’s appeal is with beautiful container gardens.
Read MoreLATE SUMMER SPARKLE: PERENNIALS TO EXTEND YOUR GARDEN’S BLOOMS
As the summer heat begins to mellow, there’s no reason your garden should follow suit. In fact, late summer is a prime time to showcase vibrant blooms and create a stunning transition to autumn.
Read MoreJUNE IS NATIONAL PERENNIAL MONTH
It’s National Perennial Month, a time to celebrate the beauty and resilience of these hardy, long-lasting plants. Perennials are a beloved feature in gardens across the country, captivating us with their vibrant colors, diverse foliage, and the ability to return year after year.
Read MoreHEAT AND DROUGHT TOLERANT ANNUALS FOR VIRGINIA BEACH AND HAMPTON ROADS
Virginia Beach experiences hot and humid summers, with temperatures often reaching the high 80s and 90s. Along with the heat, the area is also prone to droughts, making it challenging to maintain a lush and vibrant garden. However, there are several heat and drought-tolerant annuals that can thrive in Virginia Beach’s climate.
Read MoreWHAT’S NEW IN THE WORLD OF PERENNIALS?
It’s fun to anticipate the completely new selection of perennials adorning our gardens and landscapes in 2024. Plant breeders and horticulturists are constantly working to develop new varieties that are more disease-resistant, longer blooming, and more adaptable to changing weather patterns.
Read MoreMAY LANDSCAPING TIPS
May is a great time to start working on your landscaping projects. The weather is mild and the soil is still moist from spring rains, making it the perfect time to plant flowers and vegetables.
Read MorePLANT OF THE DAY – BANDITO LANTANA
A compact lantana great for pots and flower gardens all summer long. Butterflies and hummingbirds enjoy vibrant flowers. even flourishes in hot, muggy southern environments. grows as a perennial in areas with warm winters; elsewhere, treat as an annual.
Read MorePLANT OF THE DAY – RED CREEPING THYME
With its deep, lavender-red flowers, this creeping perennial herb creates a lovely ground cover. Because it can withstand light foot activity and releases a pleasant scent when leaves are crushed, it is ideal for filling the spaces between stepping stones on pathways. when let to trail over the edges, adds grace to mixed beds or pots.
Read MorePLANT OF THE DAY – ASCOT RAINBOW SPURGE
Fantastic sage and lime green foliage with a lovely yellow border that, during the colder months, turns pink-flushed or peachy-salmon. Throughout the warmer months, profusions of bright red blossoms are produced by bracts with vivid green and yellow stripes. a water-wise, fuss-free option for containers and mixed beds that can withstand heat.
Read MorePLANT OF THE DAY – SELLY SCOTCH HEATHER
This attractive and durable evergreen shrub is perfect for a border or ground cover in a rock garden. Massive clusters of rich rose-pink buds offer a stunning late-season show that lasts until the first frost. A landscape is given a wonderful texture by the lush green foliage that is wonderful in bouquets of fresh or dried flowers.
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