Landscaping 101: Colorful Perennial Shade Gardens
We love big, old, beautiful shade trees. Nothing beats the dappled shade they throw on cool pathways in the heat of the summer. Gardeners often find it a challenge to landscape under big trees when they’re used to sun-drenched gardens filled with flowers. The trick to shade gardens is playing with foliage textures and contrasting […]
Plant Profile: Clematis
Clematis are small flowering vines that add a gorgeous display of color to the landscape. They come in a range of whites, pinks, reds, and purples. They flower at different times of the year, depending on the variety. They are an old-fashioned cottage garden favorite, with new hybrids featuring large, sometimes double flowers in bright […]
Landscaping 101: Spring Color
Early spring is one of the most exciting times for gardeners. We’ve spent winter nurturing our houseplants, planning our vegetable gardens, dreaming up new beds, and starting seeds when we just can’t wait any longer. The first green shoots of tulips poking out of a litter of last fall’s leaves mean warmer weather is coming. […]
