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8 Simple Steps for Complete Fall Lawn Care

Don't skip these necessary fall lawn care steps! Winter is looming, and you need to get your grass prepped before the snow falls. Step one: rake those leaves!

Crape Myrtles: How to Plant and Care for this Southern Belle

Learn how to care for crape myrtles with these planting best practices, plus how to prune your crape myrtle to achieve beautiful form, foliage, and flowers.

The Best Time for Planting Trees, Flowers, and Everything Else

What’s the best time for planting? Well, that depends on the plant! Trees, for example, are best planted in spring or fall when the soil temperature is mild.

12 Plants with Regal Red Foliage

The Queen of Hearts would approve of these ravishing red plants! Here are twelve trees, shrubs, perennials, and annuals with gorgeous crimson foliage.

How to Prevent Bees From Using Hummingbird Feeders

Bees pose a bit of a problem with hummingbird feeders! They hog all the nectar, and their swarms scare off the birds. Keep the bees away with these tips!

Our Top 10 Tips to Boost Your Home’s Curb Appeal

When you boost your curb appeal, you boost property value, too! Start by adding an ornamental tree—we have plenty to choose from at our garden center in Glenside!

The Best Time to Harvest All of Your Garden Veggies

The best time to harvest your veggies depends on the specific plant! For leafy greens, make sure you use them all up before they bolt and turn bitter.

How to Care for Your Hydrangea Plants

Hydrangeas aren’t too finicky—they’re pretty easy, so long as you plant them in the right spot! Choose a location that gets morning sun and afternoon shade.

7 Dazzling Drought-Tolerant Plants for Pennsylvania

Drought-tolerant plants make saving water easy! Here are seven gorgeous varieties, perfect for Pennsylvania gardens. First up is gaillardia—a fiery perennial.

How to Water Your Garden Plants the Eco-Conscious Way

Learning how to properly water your plants is essential for maintaining a healthy garden, but it’s also important for reducing unnecessary water waste.

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