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May 213 min
Dogwood Anthracnose: How to Keep Your New Dogwoods Safe from this Fungal Disease
Signs, symptoms and information on Dogwood Anthracnose. Plus varieties of Dogwood that are resistant!
Apr 237 min
Your Complete Guide to Hydrangeas
Understanding the four different types of hydrangeas to plant and prune at the right time or the best results.
Mar 193 min
March Garden Chores
It’s the first day of Spring! In WNC, March brings sunny days that can reach into the 70s, but keep in mind that temperatures can still...
Sep 20, 20235 min
FALL GARDEN DESIGNS BY PAINTERS
We've had a lot of queries this fall as to when is the ideal time to plant varied items as well as which plants go best together. Note...
Jun 7, 20233 min
Edgeworthia: A Fragrant Winter Treasure
Edgeworthia is a hidden gem among winter-blooming plants. Many of you may have experienced this shrub's captivating smell and beautiful...
Nov 28, 20224 min
DIGGING DEEPER: Figs & Wasps - an Ancient Companionship
I have always been fascinated by a plant’s pollination strategy and how they aim to complete sexual reproduction. Some plants utilize...
Nov 8, 20223 min
DIGGING DEEPER: Are Black Walnut Trees Toxic to Other Plants?
Black walnut (Juglans nigra) is a common tree in our area that is valued for its many qualities – edible hard mast (nuts) for wildlife...
Oct 6, 20229 min
Creating Natural Privacy Screens with Trees & Shrubs
Evergreen hedges are planted for a variety of reasons: privacy, wind block, noise dampener, and even to create “rooms” within a landscape.
Sep 8, 20224 min
11 Trees & Shrubs to Add Color to Your Fall Landscape
We have so many shrubs and trees we love for fall color - both due to their foliage as well as berries! Our list includes what makes it...
Sep 8, 20221 min
Shrub of the Week: Possumhaw Viburnum
Possumhaw Viburnum - Viburnum nudum This is a highly adaptable shrub that tolerates a large range of light conditions and soil conditions...
Sep 2, 20221 min
How to Plant a Container-Grown Tree or Shrub
Did you know fall is the best time to plant trees and shrubs? This is because the cooler temperatures and warm soil stimulate root...
Sep 1, 20222 min