Privacy trees are a great investment—they make front and back yards feel more homey and comfortable, and outdoor entertaining feels more comfortable when you’ve got some privacy from neighbors. Privacy trees are also great for shielding front windows if you keep...
Considering planting some maple trees in your landscape? There are so many stunning varieties to choose from—it can be hard to pick just one! To make it easy, we’ve divided them into three categories—small-scale, medium-scale, and large-scale—to help you choose...
The first snow of the year is always an exciting day, but by February, we’re all pretty tired of staring out the window at a plain white landscape. Luckily, with some strategic planting in fall, you can be sure your garden never lacks color and texture—even when it’s...
See Our Hydrangea Collection How to plant a Hydrangea Spacing between plants should be determined by the specific type of hydrangea being cultivated. It’s advisable to consult the plant tag for guidance. It’s worth noting that hydrangeas planted in shaded...
Elderberries grow in the wild on both sides of the Atlantic, and have been cultivated in the garden for thousands of years. But these beautiful shrubs remain a mystery to most contemporary gardeners. Here’s a guide to growing elderberries—with a focus on the benefits...
A healthy tree in our yard does more good for us than we can imagine, but when it starts to show signs of decay, it becomes a major hazard. Sometimes a tree can be saved by pruning off the problem. Other times the whole thing needs to come down. So how do you tell if...
