EMBRACING THE BEAUTY OF WINTERBERRY HOLLY

Natalie Carmolli, Proven Winners® ColorChoice®

As winter approaches, many gardeners search for ways to bring color and vibrancy to their landscapes. Many shrubs have qualities that fill this role, but one in particular shines brightly during the colder months: winterberry holly. Known for its display of bright red berries, this native shrub is a popular choice for winter interest. 

HOT NEW POINSETTIA HYBRIDS

Delilah Onofrey, Suntory Flowers

This is an exciting year for Suntory’s Princettia euphorbia line because we have six new varieties that will be hitting the market this season. Three are in the compact Princettia series and three are in the larger Princettia Queen series. Learn more...

HOW AND WHEN TO TILL YOUR GARDEN

Power Planter

Gardeners may have a wide array of opinions on garden tilling — including when and how to till. But they all agree on its benefits. The process of breaking up and turning over soil prepares your new garden for planting, helps discourage weeds and pests that can damage your plants. Here are three tips that can help you better understand when and how to till your garden.

CHRISTMAS AT BILTMORE

Biltmore

Christmas is a special time at Biltmore, in Asheville, NC, and has been ever since George Vanderbilt welcomed his first guests to his new home, Biltmore House, in 1895. That year started a tradition that Biltmore’s guests enjoy today. The estate’s annual holiday celebration, Christmas at Biltmore, runs through January 7th, 2024. Learn more...

CREATING TIMELESS BEAUTY IN YOUR OUTDOOR SPACE WITH PAVERS

MSI

Landscape design is the art of transforming outdoor areas into retreats that reflect your style and enhance your quality of life. A crucial aspect of this process is selecting the right outdoor pavers. In this guide, we will explore landscape design concepts, what to consider when choosing outdoor pavers, and why Arterra Porcelain Pavers are an ideal choice.

GET SPRING-FLOWERING BULBS IN THE GROUND NOW

Therese Ciesinski, GardenSMART

There’s a sweet spot when it comes to planting spring-flowering bulbs. Plant too early in your area, before frost arrives, and planted bulbs may sprout and even flower. By mid-December in many places the ground has frozen. November – neither too hot nor too cold – is prime bulb planting time in much of the country.

WINTERIZING ROSES FOR ALL ZONES

Heirloom Roses

When the cooler temperatures begin, it is time to start closing down the garden and winterizing your roses. While all roses benefit from extra care as the temperatures drop, growers in colder zones need to do a little more prep work. No matter which zone you live in, we have advice for winterizing your roses.

CHRISTMAS PLANTS: HOW TO CREATE AN INDOOR HOLIDAY GARDEN

Jackson & Perkins

The holiday season is just around the corner, and now is the time to start planning. We all have a collection of decorations for both indoors and out, and it is fun to bring them out each year and reconnect with past holidays. This year, make some organic additions to your décor that will complement what you already have.

CRITTER SOLUTIONS FOR YOUR BIRD-FEEDING HOBBY

Wild Birds Unlimited

Can you really blame critters for taking advantage of the free buffet at your backyard feeders? Finding food is a full time job and when they find your unprotected bird feeders, they must believe they have hit the proverbial jackpot! But sooner or later your patience is likely to wear thin with these visitors. Fortunately, there are some easy solutions you can employ to help regain control of your feeders.

THREE CORAL BELLS TO WARM YOUR HEART IN FALL

Dan Heims, Terra Nova Nurseries

Ah, campers, frost is on the proverbial pumpkin. Before leaf collection is on the agenda, we should look at our denuded containers and add a little fire to warm our hearts. Heuchera come in so many colors that it can be a minor challenge to sort out the varieties. All look great in containers.

GETTING THE BEST BURN FOR A MEMORABLE FIRESIDE EXPERIENCE

Leroy Hite, Cutting Edge Firewood

The essence of fire extends beyond the flickering flames – the warmth, glow and conversation around a fire tap into a centuries-old sensory experience deeply rooted in our collective history. With many types of wood available, use this guide to understand the differences. 

3 WAYS ORNAMENTAL GRASSES BRING LIFE TO THE WINTER GARDEN

Heather Blackmore, Proven Winners

Stop! Put away those pruners and leave the ornamental grasses alone for now. They are invaluable to the winter garden, adding movement, structure and habitat at a time when it’s needed most. Here’s what you need to know.

HYDROPONIC GROWING: A CONTINUAL HARVEST

Ashleigh Smith, True Leaf Market

Hydroponic gardening seems to be all the rage these days, but what exactly is it? It is the process of growing without soil. You may think this sounds crazy, but it is totally possible and can be beneficial in the right setting. What can you grow in a hydroponic setup? Well, a lot of things. 

6 EASY-CARE HOUSEPLANTS WITH COLORFUL LEAVES

Justin Hancock, Costa Farms

When you think of houseplants, green usually comes to mind. Popular plants like peace lily, monstera, and money tree all have lush, dark green leaves. Add year-round color to your collection – without flowers – by selecting plants with colorful foliage.

THE FASCINATING OWL

Therese Ciesinski, GardenSMART

At night I hear them in the spruce trees outside my house: Great horned owls, hooting back and forth. I’ve never seen them, but I’m happy that these fascinating, powerful birds have chosen my trees to roost in.

BLOOD ORANGE ROAST TURKEY WITH HEIRLOOM POTATOES

Sharon Bell, Biltmore

We asked Biltmore Chef Spencer Hilgeman to create recipes inspired from the archival 1904 menu book for a modern Thanksgiving celebration. This is a roast turkey entree inspired by the very same menu the Vanderbilts enjoyed at their Thanksgiving Dinner. Here's the recipe.

PLANT A FEW TREES FOR YOU AND THE BEES

Melinda Myers

Fall is a great time to add trees to your landscape. Not only do they provide shade, remove pollutants from the air, and help manage stormwater, but many also provide food for bees. Keep this in mind when selecting and planting new trees in your yard now and in the future.

PUTTING THE GARDEN TO BED

Home Garden Seed Association

The neat and tidy winter garden is for many a thing of the past. Gardeners interested in wildlife habitat realize that perennial and annual flower seedheads are a boon for birds, and that many kinds of moths and butterflies overwinter in leaf litter. With these considerations in mind, it’s time to rethink the way we prepare our gardens for winter.

BRINGING IN A TREE SERVICE

It's important to hire the right tree removal service. What are the things that consumers need to look for when they're shopping for the right tree service? Watch the video...

WHERE TO START REJUVENATING A BACKYARD

GardenSMART landscape makeovers are so much fun. We love the process of transforming a piece of land into a beautiful and inviting garden. From ideation, to design, to installation the vision becomes reality and the paradise that the homeowner has imagined. Learn more...