Category Archives: Summer

Versatile Hydrangeas

Tall or short, red, pink, purple, blue, white and shades in between, few shrubs provide the versatility of hydrangeas. Generations of gardeners have loved and designed their gardens using these showy shrubs as summer privacy screens, landscape focal points and beautiful cut flowers. Now, thanks to new hydrangea introductions, there are even more ways to use them.

Beyond Lettuce

Looking for fresh alternatives to lettuce? Try mache, mizuna, claytonia, and malabar spinach for crisp salads packed with unique textures and flavors. Whether growing cool or warm-season greens, add variety to your garden and enjoy nutrient-rich harvests year-round!

Great Gifts for Dad

Searching for great gifts for Dad? Whether he’s a hands-on gardener or just enjoys his outdoor space, find tools, plants, attire, feeders, and personalized accessories to enhance his gardening experience. Show appreciation with a gift that celebrates his passion!

Shade Gardening: A Natural Opportunity

Many gardeners with shady, low-light landscapes mistakenly believe they can’t enjoy beautiful gardens and flowerbeds because of the lack of sunlight. In reality, however, many stunning perennials thrive in shady spots and can bring elegance, color and beauty to what was formerly a drab corner of the yard.