Cary, NC — Trees, shrubs, ground covers and many vines are perennials – but so are plants that bloom every year, herbaceous perennials. In warmer areas like the Triangle, some annuals will act as perennials, such as impatiens, snapdragons or begonias. Read more
Cary, NC — Are you excited for fall? The temperatures will soon be out of the 90’s here in Cary, and that means fall planting in your garden is just around the corner. Read more
Cary, NC — August in Cary is still pretty hot to be doing much in your garden – so why not consider adding some punch with garden art? There are so many ways of doing this, and there are no rules. It’s all about what you like and what makes you smile. Read more
Cary, NC — There’s something so comforting about a living room or den–comfy couches, chairs, lamps, picture frames and more make it your personal, safe space. Here are some quick tips to help you create that same feeling outside on your porch or in your garden. Read more
Cary, NC — This weekend is the 4th of July holiday, the day that we celebrate the birth of our country’s independence. So, how can you celebrate this important day in the garden? A little blue, a little white and lots of red! Read more
Cary, NC — Watch out for these invasive plants–they just might take over your yard! Read more
Cary, NC — Up-cycling container gardening, one of the neatest gardening trends, is part of a movement to not only recycle but to re-purpose old objects and to give them new life. Read more
Cary, NC — Having great curb appeal for any home is all about being neat and clean. Read more
Editor’s Note: Cary has partnered with the National Wildlife Federation to ask citizens, businesses and organizations to certify their outdoor spaces as wildlife habitats. David Lindquist shares how your can turn your own yard into an oasis for birds, bees and butterflies.
Cary, NC — Many of us already beautify our homes with gardens, but you can go beyond that to make your yard an oasis for the “three B’s” of wildlife (birds, bees and butterflies). Read more
Cary, NC — Don’t you love the hanging baskets shown at garden centers this time of year? They are beautiful and easy to make; here’s how you can do it yourself. Read more