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New Hydrangeas

New Hydrangeas

A new shipment of hydrangeas just arrived last week with some exciting new varieties as well as some returning gems....

Mountain Laurel (Kalmia)

Mountain Laurel (Kalmia)

One of the most beautiful flowering shrubs is the Mountain Laurel (Kalmia latifolia), an eastern native that does well in...

Nepeta (Catmint)

Nepeta (Catmint)

Billowy mounds of aromatic, blue flowers characterize Nepeta, better known as “Catmint”. This is a valued perennial for edging, borders,...

Dwarf Japanese Maples

Dwarf Japanese Maples

We have a choice selection of dwarf Japanese maples. These trees typically grow to a height of around 10 feet...

Rugosa Roses

Rugosa Roses

They may not get the attention that other roses receive but Rugosa roses (Rosa Rugosa) are tough, reliable and beautiful....

Garden Activities for May

Garden Activities for May

  May is a beautiful month in the garden with rhododendrons, lilacs and early spring-flowering shrubs at their peaks. Keep...

Annuals for Shade

Annuals for Shade

Last week, we featured annuals for sun and this week the focus is on shade. Keep in mind that most...

Annuals for Sun

Annuals for Sun

Temperatures are warming up and it will soon be time to plant annuals. (For best results, plant annuals in exposed...

Phlox ‘Jeana’ – Perennial of the Year 2024

Phlox ‘Jeana’ – Perennial of the Year 2024

Since 1990, the Perennial Plant Association has selected one perennial per year that has exhibited exemplary qualities throughout the United...

Podophyllum ‘Spotty Dotty’

Podophyllum ‘Spotty Dotty’

Dramatic foliage plants are always welcome in a shade garden and here’s one that not only showcases big leaves but...

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