Lilacs are timeless symbols of spring, and the fragrant shrubs are a welcome addition to any garden. With an infinite variety of colors, shapes, and sizes, lilacs bring sweet scents and vibrant colors to any outdoor space. In this blog post, we will explore the beauty...
Amazing Annual Planters
"Looking to give your outdoor space a fresh and colorful look? Annuals are the perfect way to do it! This blog post is all about amazing annual planters that will take your porch pots and patio planters to the next level. We will cover everything from growing...
Getting Your New Shrubs Through Their First Year
New shrubs hold the promise of future berries, flowers, and beautiful leaves, but before any of those things can happen, you need to properly plant and care for it, especially during that crucial first year. From digging the hole to watering, following the proper...
Beat Inflation by Growing Your Own Food
With food prices going up, growing your own food just makes more and more sense these days. For less than one grocery run, you can buy seeds for a whole spring, summer, and fall's worth of produce. Saving money has always been a perk of gardening, but that's not the...
Our Favorite Trailing Houseplant
Vining houseplants are all the rage these days. From philodendrons to pothos to hoyas, we love them all, but those vines can get out of hand! If you’re looking for a way to train your vining houseplants to climb or trail, look no further – this post has you covered....
A Complete Guide to Growing Calatheas
With bold, colorful, and highly patterned leaves, calatheas are some of the most beautiful houseplants around. They're also part of the larger "prayer plants" family, named for the way they fold their leaves together at night. Although calatheas can be finicky at...
How to Grow Garlic in the Garden
Growing garlic for the first time can be an exercise in patience, but once it's ready for harvest, you'll be so glad you took the time to cultivate it. Nothing beats fresh garlic, as not only is it flavorful, but it's incredibly healthy too. The Benefits of...
How to Choose the Right Maple Tree for Your Chicago Landscape
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...
Low-Maintenance Gardening with Perennial Flowers for Non-Stop Color
Perennial gardening is easy, but you need to arrange them strategically for the best results. Fill your garden with flowers from spring to fall with these tips!
Heat Wave Gardening: Managing Your Landscape
Gardening in extreme heat is tricky but not impossible! See plant recommendations from the experts at our garden centers in Bloomingdale and Carpentersville.
How to Remove Dandelions From Your Lawn For Good
Controlling dandelion infestations can be a pain, but with these easy removal methods, you’ll have your lawn looking absolutely gorgeous for summer in no time!
All About Garden Pathways
Choosing the right material for your garden pathways is an important decision! You’ll need to consider longevity, installation process, and aesthetic appeal.