LATE SUMMER SPARKLE: PERENNIALS TO EXTEND YOUR GARDEN’S BLOOMS

August 5, 2024August 5, 2024DrDans

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.

HOW TO APPLY YOUR SENSE OF STYLE TO A LANDSCAPE DESIGN

August 2, 2024August 2, 2024DrDans

There are numerous distinct styles of landscape design that homeowners can choose from when planning and creating their outdoor living spaces. Identifying your personal aesthetic preferences and the overall look you wish to achieve can greatly assist you in designing a landscape that reflects your unique style and enhances the beauty of your property.

HEAT AND DROUGHT TOLERANT ANNUALS FOR VIRGINIA BEACH AND HAMPTON ROADS

May 20, 2024May 20, 2024DrDans

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.

Sustainable landscaping in Virginia Beach

WHAT’S TRENDING IN 2024? SUSTAINABILITY

May 7, 2024DrDans

Continuing to look ahead into 2024, it’s clear that landscaping trends will continue to evolve and adapt to the changing needs and desires of homeowners and property owners alike. One trend that is likely to gain momentum in the coming years is the use of sustainable and eco-friendly landscaping practices.

MAY LANDSCAPING TIPS

May 2, 2024DrDans

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.

FEBRUARY LANDSCAPING TASKS

February 22, 2024February 22, 2024DrDans

February can be a quiet month in the garden, but there are still a few essential tasks that need to be done to prepare your landscape for the upcoming spring season. Here are some landscaping tasks to tackle this February:

PLANT OF THE DAY – BANDITO LANTANA

July 31, 2023July 31, 2023DrDans

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.

PLANT OF THE DAY – LABELLA MAGGIORE PURPLE DAHLIA

June 20, 2023DrDans

Stunning dahlia with enormous, striking, reddish-purple flowers on tall stems that are excellent for cutting. easily reblooms all summer long. Simple, attractive accent for borders, beds, and containers.

PLANT OF THE DAY – BLUE FALSE INDIGO (BAPTISIA AUSTRALIS)

June 1, 2023June 1, 2023DrDans

Baptisia, commonly referred to as fake indigo, has a long lifespan once established. In fact, many people confirm that the samples they planted decades ago have faithfully blossomed each spring. A sizable perennial that resembles a shrub, baptismia produces beautiful stalks of blueish-purple blooms, which are followed by sizable seedpods. Even when the plants are not in blossom, the foliage, which is a lovely blue-green, looks great. As a local landscaper, we know this one will perform well for you.

PLANT OF THE DAY – SELLY SCOTCH HEATHER

May 26, 2023July 28, 2023DrDans

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.