Planting Care & Design
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How to Use a Planting Kit for Your New Tree
Vibrant color, full foliage, fresh fruit and beyond: Each houseplant is a work of art! And with our planting kit guide, not only will you have a new, great-looking focal point for any room...but you’ll also be well on your way ...
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How to Enhance Fall Color on Your Shade Trees
Blazing reds, rich oranges, jewel-toned purples, and sunny yellows juxtaposed against the landscape…there's nothing quite like the look of fall color. And as we approach the last days of fall, you might be wondering: 'How do ...
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Hand Pollination: A Quick Guide
Some leaves are sprouting and flowers are beginning to bloom – it’s the power of pollination at work. With fruit trees in particular, their blooms need to be pollinated! However, when they’re inside, they don’t ...
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Winter Plant Protection for Evergreens
As temperatures drop and it starts to frost in the fall, we watch pretty deciduous trees display stunning fall colors before their leaves drop. However, evergreens keep their amazing color year-round and continue their normal ...
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Lemon Trees 101: Types and How to Care for Them
Nothing embodies the warm, carefree vibe of spring and summer quite like citrus fruit. And Lemon Trees are arguably one of the best to choose for your own at-home orchard. Why? Well, for starters, they're ...
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Banana Trees: The Quick Guide to Winterizing
Most gardeners think that tropical fruits, citrus, and beyond can only be grown in exotic locations, especially if they live in northern areas. But we're here to let you in on a little secret: Fruit ...
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Plant Care 101: Bloodgood Japanese Maple
A fresh, richly-hued focal point of any landscape, the Bloodgood Japanese Maple Tree is known for standing out. Landscape designers love to use its vibrant silhouette for good reason: it pops well against grass, flower beds and ...
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Tea Plants: Cold Hardy and Easy to Grow
The most popular drink in the world? Tea! And best of all, it comes from Tea Plants, which can be easily grown at home indoors or out. So, today we’re diving into the history, facts, ...
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Bamboo Plants: Varieties That Aren’t Invasive
Most people already know that Bamboo is a beautiful, exotic plant that comes in a variety of colors to brighten up the landscape. Is Bamboo Invasive? Bamboo is associated with being an invasive plant that ...
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Plant Care 101: Fertilizer and Maximizing Growth Rate
Though fertilizer isn’t always necessary when it comes to planting and caring for your botanicals, it’s ideal for giving your greenery a boost. You can’t go wrong with extra nutrients, and the proper fertilizer can ...
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Garden Solutions: Top Picks for Your Soil Type
Experience yearly spring showers, or preparing for summer drought on your side of the country? Though knowing your soil type isn’t always necessary when it comes to planting, it can be helpful in determining the ...
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Plant Care 101: Arbequina Olive Tree
It's one of our most popular trees and a personal favorite: The Arbequina Olive Tree. There's a lot to love when it comes to this robust producer, from its graceful good looks to its fresh, ...
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Banana Trees: Tips and Tricks for Tons of Fruit
You know what really makes us go bananas? Banana Trees! Their vibrant yellow fruit attracts our attention, and the sweet, creamy flesh of the bananas is irresistible for snacking. Some of the most popular summertime ...
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Apple Trees: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know
When you purchase an Apple Tree, you’re making a wonderful investment. Apple Trees are one of the most widely cultivated fruit trees in the world, since they’re easy, fun, and cost effective. Imagine having bushels ...
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Planting Trees in Summer: Tips & Tricks
Summer has officially started, and although some areas have already been experiencing drought conditions and extremely hot summer temperatures, summer planting is still in season. It’s not too late to plant! Can You Plant Trees ...
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Plant Care 101: Thuja Green Giants
When we say Green Giant, we’re not referring to the Jolly Green Giant mascot associated with canned and frozen vegetables. We’re referring to the Thuja Green Giant. You can’t have ‘giant’ in the name of ...
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Plants to Improve Air Quality: Our Top 7 Purifying Plants
There’s nothing like lush houseplants, from their vibrant green foliage to their tropical touches of color and beyond. But we often receive one question: Can they really purify the air!? And are there easy, low-light varieties that help ...
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Plant Care 101: Areca Palm
Thriving indoors or outdoors, in pots on the patio and in low light conditions, Areca Palms boldly go farther up North than any other palms have before. In fact, if you live outside of the ...
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Beautiful Trees with White Bark & Where to Find Them
There's plenty of good reasons to add a tree or two to your property, and there are many different types of trees that you might be considering for your home. The next time you take ...
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Pruning Crape Myrtles: How to Maintain Health
Don't be a victim of the unnecessary practice of trimming off the tops of your Crape Myrtles (also called Crepe Myrtles) and leaving them bare. Many are daunted by proper pruning, but they shouldn't be. ...
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Fiddle Leaf Fig Care: The 10 Commandments
Part of our prep for the season is indoor plant decor and planning a lush living area that wows. And what better plant to spruce up your home than with the Fiddle-Leaf Fig Tree? Of ...
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Plant Care 101: Fiddle Leaf Fig Tree Care Guide
There’s nothing more frustrating than buying a new plant and not reaping the benefits - whether it's due to weather, complicated care, or just getting a lemon (pun intended). But anybody cancan flex their green ...
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Plant Care 101: Monkey Puzzle Tree
Trust us: You've never seen a tree like this before. The Monkey Puzzle Tree is like the ninth wonder of the ancient world. From its textural foliage to its large, commanding presence, this one-of-a-kind arbor ...
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Columnar Trees: Top 4 for Any Space
Imagine green, full-bodied foliage, year after year...and in any space. With our Columnar Trees, it’s possible. You get beauty in the barren winter landscape, manageable growth, and modern good looks no matter what and no ...
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Plant Care 101: American Holly Tree
Living upto its name, the American Holly is the most popular Holly cultivar in the country.Part of its popularity comes from the fact that it's disease and pest resistant, making it ideal forgrowing into an ...
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Fall Landscaping: Top 5 Plants and Trees
As we head into those crisp autumn months, it’s time to plan your garden. And fall landscaping? Super easy. Think about it: Planting your favorite blooms, shrubs and more in cool temperatures, taking time to ...
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Evergreen Trees: Top 5 for the Holidays and Beyond
Imagine green, full-bodied foliage through the holidays and the months to come, despite the cold weather. With our Evergreen Trees, it’s possible...and unbelievably easy. These amazing varieties provide beauty in the bleak, barren winter landscape, ...
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Plant Care 101: How to Care for Your Fiddle-Leaf Fig Tree
There’s nothing more frustrating than buying a new plant and not reaping the benefits - whether it's due to weather, complicated care, or just getting a lemon (pun intended). But anybody cancan flex their green ...
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Fall Color: Top Fruit Trees for Fall Harvest
It’s the most wonderful time of the year – the time when fall color bursts through and lends dramatic dimension to summer greenery. Crisp reds, yellows and oranges meld in a dazzling, artful show of ...
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Crape Myrtle Trees: Quick Solutions to Common Problems
Low-maintenance trees that flower for months: What’s not to love about the Crape Myrtle? Their blooms, fall foliage and attractive, peeling bark provide year-round interest in your garden and beyond. Plus, Crape Myrtle Trees are ...
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Caring for Hydrangeas: Our Top 4 Tips for Success
Hydrangeas remain one of the most popular plant varieties available, and for good reason: From their huge blooms to their wide array of color options, Hydrangeas offer a lot of versatility. Andtypically, they're pretty easy ...
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Planting for Fall: Quick Tips to Grow Your Garden
Did you know that fall is the best time to plant? For most people, gardening is synonymous with spring: The new blooms, vibrant colors and fresh fragrance that arrive with the warmer months. But that's ...
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Plant Care 101: Meyer Lemon Tree
The leaves are changing, the temperatures are dropping, and that means fall is officially here! Now's the time to bring in your fruit trees...and that brings us to the Meyer Lemon. Wonderfully fresh citrus scent ...
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Garden Planning: Our Colorful Tips and Tricks
Already over the summer heat and looking forward to the fall season? If so, you've come to the right place. We love summer weather but planning for the next season is always on our radar.And ...
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Plant Care 101: Eastern Redbud Tree
This eye-catching favorite boasts a deep pink color that stands out amongst other flowering varieties. Plus, it's super easy, from planting to care and beyond, especially with ourpointers. Scouting the Area The first thing on ...
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How to Prune Shrubs: Our Easy Tips for Care
Pruning: Arguably the most intimidating step when it comes to caring for your garden. Andreally, it's a rite of passage.Successful pruning means you've reached the next level of gardening, going from a competent gardener to ...
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Privacy Trees: 4 Top Picks for the Season
The weather is warming up, and the days are growing longer - and luckily, that means a return to the great outdoors! But now that we're going back outside for the season, it’s time to ...
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Butterfly Garden for Spring: Our Top 5 Tips
Tired of winter and its chillier-than-normal staying power? So are we! Thankfully, February's arrival means spring is only a month or so away. And there's no better way to welcome spring than with gardening. Today, ...
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Plant Care 101: Double Knock Out Roses
Why are Double Knock Out Roses so popular? For starters, they’re extremely cold hardy and heat resistant.Double Knock Out Rosesare recommended for growing zones 5 through 10, but they can survive frosts and temperatures down ...
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Plant Care 101: Fertilizer and Maximizing Growth Rate
Though fertilizer isn’t always necessary when it comes to planting and caring for your botanicals, it’s ideal for giving your greenery a boost. You can’t go wrong with extra nutrients, and the proper fertilizer can ...
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Croton and Beyond: Native Plants for Your Area
Do you love house plants, indoor fruit trees and large outdoor varieties but find yourself intimidated by their care requirements or ability to thrive? Though we have a growing zone map to determine your area ...
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Clementines: Facts, Tips and Tricks
Every December, you probably notice citrus hitting the shelves of supermarkets at low prices. This is because winter is citrus season, so there’s an abundance of fresh oranges, lemons, and limes. One of the most ...
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Cherry Trees: Sweet Secrets for Tons of Fruit
Temperatures are warming up, and we’re starting to see beautiful blooming flowers. Cherry Trees have large, prized blooms, with colors that range from white as cotton to dark pink. Flowering Cherry Trees are so beautiful ...
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Olive Tree to Avocado: Bringing Fruit Indoors
As temperatures drop below zero across the country, you might be wondering: How is it possible for my fruit trees to survive, much less thrive? Well, thankfully…there’s a solution. Whether you have a typically tropicalOlive ...
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Meyer Lemon Trees: 7 Secrets for Tons of Fruit
The Meyer Lemon Tree is a fun tree that always seems to be blooming or fruiting. Many Meyer Lemon Trees are blooming now, bringing beautiful flowers and a wonderfully fresh citrus scent to many homes. ...
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Meyer Lemon Tree: Tips, Tricks and Benefits
The Meyer Lemon Tree: if you haven’t heard of this of-the-moment tree, you’ve come to the perfect place. This powerful little tree is elegant, easy-care and efficient – it produces a ton of tasty, sweet ...
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Loquat to Owari: Winter Citrus Care
A couple of weeks back, we put the spotlight on unique citrus to celebrate Halloween and beyond. But now that Halloween has come and gone (and the holidays are coming so soon!), it’s time to ...
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Hydrangeas: The Complete Guide for Months of Blooms
Nothing says summer like large clusters of bright Hydrangeas and their blossoms that last for months. From the early spring until autumn, hydrangeas delight gardeners across the country. Why? Well, they add the critical elements ...
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House Plants for Frequent Travelers: Top 5
There’s nothing like lush house plants, whether they’re ultra-green and sleek or bold and flowering. But we often receive one question from those who aren’t home often: How can I enjoy these amazing house plants ...
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Growing Zones: Limits and Information
Growing zones: What are they, and how do you know your growing zone? The USDA’sZone Hardiness Map is helpful in answering these questions. This map determines where plants will thrive based on each zone’s average ...
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Tea Plants: Cold Hardy and Easy to Grow
The most popular drink in the world? Tea! And best of all, it comes from Tea Plants, which can be easily grown at home indoors or out. So, today we’re diving in to the history, ...
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Privacy Fence: 3 Tips to Create a Green Screen
We’ve talked a lot about fall planting, planning your garden and preparing for the season by elevating your outdoors (and the indoors for pets!). One of the best ways to update your home’s surroundings and ...
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Thuja vs. Leyland: Which Privacy Tree Wins?
What do people want? Privacy! When do they want it? Now! There are a lot of options to plant as far as evergreen trees that can be used as a natural privacy barrier. Privacy trees ...
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Plant Care 101: Arbequina Olive Tree
It's one of our most popular trees and a personal favorite: The Arbequina Olive Tree. There's a lot to love when it comes to this robust producer, from its graceful good looks to its fresh, ...
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Plant Care 101: Avocado Trees
From toppings on toast to guacamole, avocados are the star ingredient in your favorite dishes and recipes. And though store-bought avocados are great, there’s nothing like the home-grown version of your favorite superfood. And how ...
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Plant Care 101: Double Knock Out Roses
Why are Double Knock Out Roses so popular? For starters, they’re extremely cold hardy and heat resistant.Double Knock Out Rosesare recommended for growing zones 5 through 10, but they can survive frosts and temperatures down ...
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Plant Care 101: Eastern Redbud Tree
This eye-catching favorite boasts a deep pink color that stands out amongst other flowering varieties. Plus, it's super easy, from planting to care and beyond, especially with ourpointers. Scouting the Area The first thing on ...
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Plant Care 101: Fig Trees
So, the fig is on ourfruit radar. With figs rising in popularity, we thought we’d outline a few of the benefits of this must-have fruit. They’re easy to grow, and used in a large variety ...
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Plant Care 101: Kwanzan Cherry Tree
So, we've talked a lot about flowering cherry treessince the start of spring but for good reason: Floweringcherries are the symbol of the season. And when it comes to this vibrant, brightly-hued collection of trees, ...
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Plant Care 101: Limelight Hydrangea Tree
Beauty in bloom enters the limelight with this timeless tree. Flanked by lush green leaves and artfully delicate petals, the Limelight Hydrangea makes a rich, voluminous statement. It’s no wonder landscapers love to place them ...
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Plant Care 101: Miss Kim Lilac
As spring transitions into summer (and super hot temperatures), it's time to highlight one of our month-to-month favorites: The Miss Kim Lilac. Not only does Miss Kim boast incredible fragrance and rich color, but it's also ...
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Plant Care 101: Paw Paw Tree
Dynamic, unique and undeniably sweet: Just a few words that describe that amazing Paw Paw. But you probably haven’t heard of this amazing fruit, right? No problem! We’re here to introduce you to not only ...
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Plant Care 101: Plant Hybrids
So, every time you walk into a grocery store, it seems there are new types of fruit on the shelves. Where do these new varieties come from? Enter plant hybrids. New hybrid fruit varieties are ...
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Plant Care 101: Willow Hybrids
Buckle up. There’s an amazing tree that grows incredibly fast, and you can plant in your garden right now! Willow Hybrids are some of the most popular trees on the market. Learn more about these ...
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Figs: The Secrets to Large Harvests
Harvest season for figs is in full swing, and this is great news! However, fresh figs are hard to find in grocery stores due to their short shelf life. Most stores only carry dried figs, ...
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Cara Cara Oranges: 11 Reasons They’re the Best
Are you eating citrus fruits? Though it's cold outside, it’s the perfect time to enjoy the exotic taste of juicy, sweet oranges, tangerines, clementines, and more (especially since you can grow them indoors!). Plus, there’s ...
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Avocados: 8 Quick Tips for Growth
Avocados are a super fruit that’s on the rise. More and more recipes are using them. You can use them for salads, sandwiches and dips like guacamole. Avocados can even be used in breakfast dishes ...
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Avocado Trees: 7 Secrets for Tons of Fruit
It's one of our favorite year-round staples: The Avocado Tree. Though this tropical, exotic favorite isn't normally associated with all-year growth, ours thrives from season to season because it's super versatile and is often grown ...
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Microclimate: How to Use it to Your Advantage
Imagine finding the perfect plant for your yard, only to discover it’s not in your growing zone. Heartbroken about the unfortunate news, you go on a search to find something similar. However, you’re out of ...
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Plant Diseases: Top 3 Tips to Reduce and Prevent Garden Pests
Plant diseases and ailments are super frustrating, especially for beginner gardeners. Luckily, there are a few tips and tricks to ensure your garden stays happy and healthful. Below are our recommendations for keeping your plants’ ...
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Survival Plants: Top 5 Beneficial Botanicals
Edible gardening? It seems out-of-a-reach for a lot of home gardeners, but with these survival plants, it’s actually pretty easy. Plus, these tasty trees and plants offer health benefits, clean-air perks and more. Check out ...
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Thujas: Green Giants vs. Emeralds
While it may not seem like there could be much of a difference between different varieties of the same plant, like the Thujas (both the Green Giant and Emerald Green Thuja), they actually have striking ...
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Plant Care 101: Weeping Cherry Tree
Though the Weeping Cherry Tree is synonymous with the spring season, especially as one of the first to bloom, it can be planted nearly any time of the year.And now is the time to plan ...
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Plant Care 101: Bamboo Tree
Function merges with beauty, making the Bamboo Tree way more versatile and adaptable than many think. The Bamboo isn't just for reserved for design...it's perfect for privacy, fast growth and durable, long-lasting results. And don't ...
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