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Why Fall is the Best Time to Plant: Embrace the Magic of the SeasonIt’s hard to imagine anyone needing another reason to fall in love with autumn, but if you’re on the fence about why this season is truly special, let me share a fantastic secret: fall is actually the best time to plant!“Really?” you might ask. “How can that be?”Let me explain why autumn provides the perfect conditions for planting trees, shrubs, and perennials, making it the idea… Read more

 As summer winds down we're excited for the arrival of fall and all the beautiful plants and decorations it brings! Cooler weather, football, fall festivals, and decorating with pumpkins, corn stalks, gourds, and vibrant plants like mums, pansies, crotons, and asters are just around the corner.Here’s a handy list of garden tasks to tackle this month:Garden To-Do List for FallPlant:Flowers: Marigolds, Stock, Petunias, Alyssum, DianthusRoses:… Read more

Easy Container Gardening with the Thriller, Filler, Spiller Method Creating a stunning container garden is simple with the Thriller, Filler, Spiller method. Here’s how it works:1. Thriller Plants These are the stars of your container. They are tall and dramatic, drawing attention and adding vertical interest. You can choose from flowering plants, foliage plants, ornamental grasses, or plants with architectural appeal.Placement:Center: If your c… Read more

Fall Blooming AstersAsters are hardy, low-maintenance perennials that flourish throughout the summer and burst into vibrant blooms as other flowers begin to fade. These plants provide reliable fall color year after year and can withstand early frosts. They’re also a favorite food source for Monarch butterflies, which depend on their late-season nectar during migration.Aster 'Grape Crush' Color: Deep royal purpleBloom Time: Late August to Septemb… Read more

Crotons: What You Need to KnowWhy Crotons?Bold Colors: Crotons are known for their vibrant, eye-catching foliage.Versatile: They can be grown indoors as houseplants or outdoors in mixed planters.Tropical: They don’t handle frost well, so keep them away from freezing temperatures.Indoor Use:Showstopper: Use larger crotons indoors as dramatic floor plants to highlight their colorful leaves.Outdoor Use:Decor: Crotons pair beautifully with fall decor… Read more