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Grow your own jungle: easy exotic plants

Tropical gardening is all too often associated with expense and poor results. But choose your plants wisely and you can turn your patch into a slice of verdant jungle, says James Wong

The surprising reason supermarkets sell flowers

That's no coincidence — there's a strategic decision behind those flowers' placement.

She spent two years taking care of the ‘perfect plant.’ Then, she realized it’s plastic

"I feel like these last two years have been a lie."

Rock Tamers: Protect What You Tow

6 Ways to Optimize Your Heating-Oil Consumption This Fall

This fall, take the following steps to optimize your heating-oil consumption in your Columbia, Maryland, home.

Watering New Grass Seed and Seedlings

Learn how to care for your newly seeded lawn. Free advice from Allentuck Landscaping Co. Over 26 years of landscape excellence. 301-515-1900

Fall planting tips for trees and shrubs

The cooler temperatures and increased precipitation of fall make it a great time to start thinking about trees and shrubs. You clients should understand that choosing deciduous plants for a landsca…

Tips for Saving Trees & Shrubs After this Harsh Winter

Richard Grant shares his knowledge on tips for saving trees and shrubs after a harsh winter. It's not easy dealing with landscaping after winter

When Should You Prune Your Trees and Shrubs?

Pruning keeps your plants healthy and vital. See the right times to cut back flowering trees, shrubs and more

10 Flowers That Deer Won't Immediately Gobble Up

No plant is truly deer-proof, but these are about the closest you can get.

Warning signs your trees are at-risk

Crews with Adirondack Tree Experts were busy on Thursday. “We probably have had more people calling saying, ‘Hey, I’ve had a dead tree on my property for quite some time and now I’m concerned that the hurricane is coming and it’s going to fall on my house,” said owner, John Anna. Anna started Adirondack Tree Experts in 1994. He says the more rain we get, the more that homeowners need to be aware of their trees. “Any tree is a concern when the…

Selecting, Planting & Caring for Your Trees

Selecting Your Tree You’ve heard it said before, planting a tree is a simple yet powerful act. While that’s true, your commitment should make the biggest impact possible. So, before you plant, take a look at these important resources. Tree ID: Urban Tree Key – This is a resource to help you identify tree species by asking you a few observational question about the tree. In addition Dr. Matt Ritter published a book, “A Californian’s Guide to the Trees Among Us.” This book…

How to Attract Butterflies to Your Garden

Pollinate your garden while also helping to save endangered species. Learn how to attract butterflies with these helpful tips on the Craftsy Blog.

Grow It Green: Trees, shrubs for pollinators

You don't just need flowers in your garden if you want to attract pollinators.

How To Deer-Proof Your Garden

If deer get into your garden, they can chew your hard work all the way down to the nub in just a few bites.

Plant a Tree, Fall is a Great Time for It!

Just because the leaves on the trees are changing colors and falling doesn't mean planting season is over. Fall is actually one of the best times to plant a tree! Trees are even being given away for free to plant.