December is the time when we reflect on the passing year. It also serves as a time reserved for planning and preparation for the upcoming gardening season. While there may not be much to do outdoors, some questions must be answered! Continue reading to learn our December gardening tips! Is fertilizing during the winter months […]
Winter can be a dreary and gray time of year! Your beautiful, vibrant spring landscape has turned brown and tired. But did you know you can create a colorful and vibrant landscape that provides interest all year? Continue reading to learn our recommendations for creating a winter interest landscape in Fayetteville, North Carolina! Evergreens This […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
Besides Southern Magnolias, Crape Myrtles are the iconic tree of the Southeastern United States. Known for its crepe-like flowers, this tree can withstand the scorching summer temperatures and even our drought-like conditions. While the crape myrtle is a reasonably resilient tree, there are still some basic TLC tasks that can help your crape myrtle thrive […]
July can be one of the most challenging months for your yard. The temperatures are steadily rising, and rain is not as plentiful as it was a couple of months ago. While this is normal for Fayetteville, NC, keeping your newly sodded lawn and freshly installed plants happy and thriving can still be challenging. Keep […]
June is here, and so is the rain, which is promptly accompanied by weeds and garden chores. Follow these June Garden Tips to keep your yard in check! Deadhead! Yes, it is that serious. Deadheading is merely the removal of spent blooms. Deadhead all spring flowers. Removing the dead blooms will promote new blooms and […]