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Have you been working hard on your garden all spring and summer? Have you decided to be more environmentally friendly in your garden? Have you planted a pollinator garden or a garden that will attract and feed the birds? Now is the time to get a little pat on the back, show off to yourRead more

As globalization increased so did the increase of foreign plant species. While this brought us many desirable plants such as many species of Hydrangeas and Rhododendrons it also brought plants that have invaded our wild areas and our gardens.  Foreign Plant Species to Watch for According to the Maryland Department of Agriculture, “an invasive speciesRead more

There are six types of Hydrangeas that grow successfully in the northeast and southeast of the United States. These six hydrangea options vary greatly in appearance and environmental preferences. If you love hydrangeas, our knowledgeable designer can help you choose the one that is right for your garden.  Which Hydrangea is Right for You? HydrangeaRead more

A common site this time of year is the blooming of the Rhododendrons and the Azaleas. Did you know that all Azaleas are actually Rhododendrons taxonomically, but that not all Rhododendrons are Azaleas? The botanical genus Rhododendron is in the Ericaceae family which includes blueberries, cranberries, and mountain laurels. The genus Rhododendron is made upRead more

Many new gardeners (and some experienced ones) tell me that they always get confused between perennials and annuals. That is entirely understandable. Perennials are plants that will naturally return year after year. Annuals are plants that need to be planted every year. I remember it as, “Annuals need to be planted annually.”  Learn More: PerennialsRead more

We are coming upon one of my favorite times of year. The maples begin to bloom and there looks to be a pink tinge to the deciduous tree line. The snowdrops are blooming, and some early blooming daffodils are beginning to emerge for their brilliant spring show. This is the time of year I loveRead more

As the landscape lies dormant during these winter months it can look barren and bland, however there are many pants that can add winter interest to your garden. Winter Interest in the Garden Winter interest is not limited to evergreens either. Many deciduous plants have interesting characteristics that can add winter interest to your landscape.Read more

Trees and shrubs are generally separated into two categories, evergreen and deciduous. Evergreens maintain their green leaves (or needles) through all four seasons. Deciduous trees and shrubs loose their leaves (or needles) once a year. Evergreen versus Deciduous Evergreens are then broken down into two more detailed categories, broad-leaf evergreens, and conifers. Broad-leaf evergreens haveRead more

Rainwater management can be a serious concern for communities and homeowners. Flooded basements, land erosion, and marshy and flooded areas are some of the symptoms of poor rainwater management. Fortunately, there are many ways to control and mitigate storm water such as basement water proofing, and outdoor drains, but did you know that there areRead more

Natives are plants that are naturally occurring in a geographically area. Many commonly used plants are used in our area but are not in fact native, for example, Hostas. Many non-natives can provide some of the same benefits that natives can, but most natives have additional benefits that set them apart. Read on to learnRead more