Although the winter months are approaching quickly, your garden can remain bright, beautiful, and lush with these eyecatching annual flowers that can handle the dropping temperatures: Snapdragon Nasturtium Pansy Cornflower Lobelia Pot Marigold
The classic cottage garden is a design style that serves as inspiration for many gardeners today! Cottage gardens are typically designed in a very informal manner and contain a wide variety of colorful wildflowers, creating a very lush atmosphere. Here are some tips to help you plan your own classic cottage garden: Pick a sunny […]
A plant does not have to qualify as “toxic” to cause pain or an unpleasant reaction. Plants that make people itch can be just as painful and irritating as those that can cause “toxic” harm. The following is a list of plants that are likely to cause an allergic reaction when contact is made with […]
The fall season is all about color. Trading in that lush green for more of a vibrant warmth of oranges and reds. You want your garden to look the part, too! If you’re looking for some full and vibrant fall colorful ornamental grasses for your garden, these foliage are an excellent choice to achieve that […]
Why You Should Use Autumn Leaves in the Garden While falling leaves may seem like an inconvenience this time of year, in reality however, they have many valuable benefits that can help your garden thrive. Some added benefits to using autumn leaves in the garden include: How To Use Them The most effective way to […]
Exploring Fall-Color Trees One of the most exciting parts of the fall season is watching as the leaves change colors from green, to yellow, to orange, to red, to brown, and eventually watching them fall to the ground. Here is a list of trees with a truly beautiful color display of fall color for your […]
Planting fall bulbs is a great way to ensure some vibrant color in your garden in the winter and early spring. It is very important to plant your bulbs in the fall because they require cool temperatures to start the biochemical process that is in charge of flowering. This means that the bulbs will not […]
Sod may be the most popular type of groundcover that is used to cover most yards in South Carolina, but it is actually only one of many different types of groundcover to choose from while designing your own yard. All groundcovers alternatives have their own unique pros and cons that should be taken into consideration […]
The South Carolina summer heat can easily harm many of the plants in your garden if you do not have a proper irrigation system. Without access to consistent hydration, the summer heat could be fatal for plants that are not able to adapt to such high temperatures. Here is a list of some drought tolerant […]
Plants For Wet Soil There are many reasons why sitting water may accumulate in your garden. It could be due to poor drainage, improper grading, or compacted soil, just to name a few. While there are many different methods of improving the issues that are causing the water accumulation, it is still a good idea […]
