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March 13, 2022
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Tag: Winter
SNAPDRAGONS
March 1, 2022
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
QUESTIONS FROM READERS (February Edition)
February 15, 2022
QUESTION FROM READER: What plants do you recommend for the fall and winter seasons? GL365 RESPONSE: Dear Reader, We like getting the most bang for our buck when selecting plants. That’s why we start with a foundation of hardy perennial plants and work in other plants from there. With that said, we recommend plants that … More QUESTIONS FROM READERS (February Edition)
HOW TO PROTECT PLANTS DURING A WINTER STORM
February 8, 2022
HOW TO RESTORE OLD GARDEN STATUES
February 6, 2022
We love garden treasures at GL365. But, many of these beautiful items become weathered over time. Constant exposure to the elements can cause garden treasures to fade, crack, and discolor. That’s why it’s best to purchase weather-resistant garden treasures or use a clear protective coating to protect them. Even then, items will eventually break down. … More HOW TO RESTORE OLD GARDEN STATUES
WHAT IS A TENDER PLANT VERSUS A HARDY PLANT?
January 25, 2022
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)
January 18, 2022
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)
WINTER DESSERTS
January 14, 2022
WINTER GARDENING MUST-DO’S
January 11, 2022
Now that winter is in full swing, we are moving inside for a few weeks. Before we do, though, we want to share a quick tip we forgot to mention in our final fall clean-up post. During the winter months, it’s important to ensure perennial plants are protected since cold temperatures, wind, freezing rain, and snow can … More WINTER GARDENING MUST-DO’S
WINTER IS HERE
December 21, 2021