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Top Shade Loving Plants for Shady Yards

Posted on May 24, 2023

Top Shade Loving Plants for Shady Yards Many homeowners are fearful of shady areas. “What can I plant in the shade in Fayetteville, NC?” Believe it or not, shade gardens and landscapes are very easy to design! While there aren’t as many options for shady areas as for full sun, several different types of plants still thrive in partial to full shade areas. Continue reading the learn the top shade loving plants for shady yards! … Continue reading →


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Deer Resistant Plants and Flowers

Posted on May 17, 2023

Deer Resistant Plants and Flowers You may love your wildlife but don’t love that they eat all your plants. While no plant is 100% safe from deer, some plants tend to be more deer resistant than others. Continue reading to learn about Jane’s favorite Deer Resistant Plants and Flowers. Sprays and Physical Barriers If you love your hostas and hydrangeas and you just have to have them in your yard, there are deer-resistant sprays that … Continue reading →


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How to Create a Pollinator Friendly Garden

Posted on May 2, 2023

How to Create a Pollinator Friendly Garden What is a pollinator garden? Simply put, it is a garden designed to attract insects and animals that assist in pollinating flowers, vegetables, and other plants. Creating such a garden is easier than you may think! Continue reading to learn how to create a pollinator friendly garden! What is a Pollinator? A pollinator is an insect, animal, or human being that pollinates a plant. For example, the insect … Continue reading →


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May Gardening Tips

Posted on May 2, 2023

May Gardening Tips Spring is finally here! Living in North Carolina means we get to experience a true spring. The days are warm, and the nights are cool – the perfect combination! Since it is warming up, it is time to get outside and tackle your yard! Continue reading to learn our May gardening tips! Herbs & Vegetables Now that we have passed the threat of freezes and frosts, it is safe to plant your … Continue reading →


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Evergreen Shrubs to Hide Structures

Posted on April 4, 2023

Evergreen Shrubs to Hide Structures Whether you need to hide a pool pump, pump house, or another outdoor structure, selecting an evergreen shrub that grows densely and at the appropriate height is essential. Continue reading to learn our recommendations for Evergreen Shrubs to Hide Structures. Wavy Leaf Privet Ligustrum Selecting evergreen shrubs to hide structures doesn’t have to be complicated. There are many options. The Wavy Leaf Privet Ligustrum is the perfect evergreen shrub to … Continue reading →


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April Gardening Tips

Posted on March 28, 2023

April Gardening Tips It is the most beautiful time of the year! Springtime in North Carolina is unlike any other state’s spring. The temperatures are perfect, the sun is shining, the birds are chirping, the grasses are green, and the flowers have just begun to bloom. Here are a few April gardening tips to help you get the wheelbarrow rolling! Testing Your Soil Having your soil tested is very important for the overall health of … Continue reading →


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Early Spring Fruit Tree Pruning

Posted on March 28, 2023

Early Spring Fruit Tree Pruning Pruning your fruit trees is an important task to complete before the fruit trees begin to bud. Continue reading to learn the importance of early spring fruit tree pruning and how to prune correctly! Begin with Clean Pruners The first step in early spring fruit tree pruning is to gather the proper tools. Depending on the size of the tree, you can use hand pruners or shears. Once you have … Continue reading →


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March Gardening Tips

Posted on March 3, 2023

March Gardening Tips Spring is on its way, and we couldn’t be more excited! Make the best use of your garden bed in March using these March Gardening Tips! Fertilize Now is the time to begin fertilizing shrubs and shade trees as they break out of dormancy. This will give an extra boost to the plant material that has been sleeping all winter. Construct If you don’t already have a raised garden bed, now is … Continue reading →


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February Garden Tips

Posted on February 11, 2023

February Garden Tips Are you wondering how to make the best use of your garden bed in February? Check out these February garden tips below! Mulch or Pine Straw Install Mulch or pine straw in your beds if you haven’t already done so. Doing this will protect the roots of shrubs, trees, and perennials from the winter temperatures that we may still experience. If you have any newly installed plant material, it is recommended that … Continue reading →


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Winter Outdoor Plant Care Tips

Posted on January 21, 2023

Winter Outdoor Plant Care Tips Most plants in your landscape can handle the cold our winters bring to Fayetteville, NC. But, there are times when the temperatures get lower than many plants can tolerate. These subfreezing temperatures can damage the foliage of many cold hardy plants and root systems! Continue reading to learn our Winter Outdoor Plant Care Tips and how to protect your plants this winter. Can you still plant in the cold? Yes, … Continue reading →


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