2022 WINTER ANNOUNCEMENTS

As winter quickly approaches, there are a few things you should do to prepare, including a final fall cleanup. Cleaning out garden beds and pruning certain deciduous trees and shrubs will give your yard a tidier look through winter. It will also make spring tasks easier. But, most importantly, protecting your grass and tender plants from cold temperatures and possibly freezing rain … More 2022 WINTER ANNOUNCEMENTS

AZALEA

Azalea As a garden favorite and staple in many gardens, azaleas are loved for their bright color blooms and easy-care foliage. These beautiful shrubs are reliable as an evergreen and striking when in bloom. Some varieties even have foliage that deepens in color with cooler temperatures. Azaleas come in all shapes, sizes, and colors and … More AZALEA

WHAT ARE HALF-HARDY PLANTS?

Our discussions on tender and hardy plants have led us to another category of plants called half-hardy. As with all plants, initially, these plants are categorized by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) as hardy in certain zones. But often, these plants perform outside of the set parameters, which causes them to be identified as half-hardy. … More WHAT ARE HALF-HARDY PLANTS?

SNAPDRAGONS

Snapdragons Snapdragons seem to be the best-kept secret for winter gardens. We say this because not many winter gardens have these beautiful, dainty little flowers. So, we had to shed some light on this well-kept secret. Traditionally, snapdragons are considered short-lived tender perennials but have evolved with breeders producing many variations over the years. Snapdragons … More SNAPDRAGONS

WHAT IS A TENDER PLANT VERSUS A HARDY PLANT?

It’s a challenge trying to decide which plants to protect during winter. This is especially true if you live in an unpredictable climate like the southern part of the United States. Temperatures can change quickly and unexpectedly, with the potential to cause irreversible damage to your plants. But having accurate knowledge about which plants are … More WHAT IS A TENDER PLANT VERSUS A HARDY PLANT?

QUESTIONS FROM READERS (January Edition)

QUESTION FROM READER: I recently read your post that talked about covering plants for the winter. What do the terms “tender” or “sensitive” plants mean, and what type of plants fall into this category? Can you give specific examples of plants that need to be covered? GL365 RESPONSE:  Dear Reader, Generally speaking, plants considered tender … More QUESTIONS FROM READERS (January Edition)