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Great Garden Tips: June 2023 Checklist
From pruning to planting, a few gardening tasks will set you up for success during some of the most prolific blooming periods of the year. So here you’ll find...
9 Stunning Perennials That Bloom All Summer Long
From tall flowers to low growers, these beautiful perennials give long-lasting summer color to your garden.
Questions Answered Series: Arborvitae (Thuja)
If you're looking to add structure, privacy, and lush green foliage to your garden, then arborvitae (or Thuja) is probably the shrub for you. They can be short, tall,...
Greenhouse BTS Tour – Astilbe, Lavender, Foxglove, & More!
Miranda, our horticulture expert, takes viewers around the greenhouse & highlights some of her favorite varieties including astilbe, foxglove, lavender, & more!
Get Inspired: Our Staff’s Spring Planting Plans
Discover what our Great Garden friends are planting this spring, their signature gardening style, favorite new plants, and more.
Garden DIY: Mother’s Day Cut Flower Arrangement
Nothing says “I love you” like a bouquet of cut flowers! Here we'll give you inspiration for your DIY Mother’s Day cut-flower arrangement.
12 Garden Plants That Flourish In Full Sun
These plants have a sunny disposition, from knockout roses and vibrant coneflowers to gorgeous grasses and fragrant lavender. Here, you’ll find our list of our favorite sun-loving garden plants.
Great Garden Tips: May 2023 Checklist
May is a crucial month for gardening tasks, and with the proper planning and execution, you can ensure a bountiful garden throughout the summer months.
The Art of Patience: Celebrating Late-Blooming Plants
These perennials need just a little bit more time to come alive! Here is a list of plants that require just a little more patience before they break dormancy....
Pollinator-Friendly Perennials to Keep Your Garden Buzzing
As gardeners, nearly every day can feel like Earth Day as we enjoy the plants around us. However, Earth Day is about more than just appreciating the planet; it’s...
Questions Answered Series: Rain Gardens
Rain gardens have taken the horticultural industry by storm, no pun intended. Here, Great Garden Plants answers all your questions about designing, planting, and caring for rain gardens.
How To Upcycle Cardboard In Your Garden
If you find your recycling bin overrun by cardboard, try one of the easy ways to upcycle & reuse cardboard to enhance your garden.
6 Reasons Coral Bells Belong In Your Garden
With their wide range of colors, ease of maintenance, & ability to attract pollinators, coral bells are sure to be a hit with any gardener.
Great Garden Tips: April 2023 Checklist
Spring is in full swing, and it’s the most active time of year in your garden! These timely tasks will be helpful as you begin to plant your new...
Top Spring Blooming Flowers That Are Deer-Resistant
Here, we list our top spring-blooming flowers that will add a vibrant pop of color to your garden and keep deer at bay.
7 Things You Didn’t Know About Creeping Phlox
Here, Great Garden Plants dives into seven things you probably didn’t know about creeping phlox and how these unique traits make it the powerhouse of ground covers.
Great Garden Tips: March 2023 Checklist
It’s time to welcome spring! Here are the timely garden tasks for March 2023, specially curated by the Great Garden Plants team.
Great Garden Tips: February Checklist
Spring is right around the corner. Check out our February Garden Checklist to make sure your garden is set up for springtime success!
