Tips from the Experts

Decorating for the holidays is a joyous way to welcome in the warmth and cheer of the season. Nothing adds natural beauty and festive spirit to a home like fresh, natural décor. Wreat … read more

The Christmas fern (Polystichum acrostichoides) is a hardy, evergreen fern native to North America that’s ideal for adding color and dimension to a shaded garden. A slow-growing but fast-spreadi … read more

Saving Monarch Butterflies With Native Plants Monarch butterflies are a favorite of many nature lovers. Their stunning orange and black wings are unmistakable, and their long migratory journey from Ca … read more

Fresh Pines for Holiday Decor: A Natural Touch for the Festive SeasonDecorating with fresh pine is a delightful and easy way to add the beauty of the outdoors to your holiday interiors. From the … read more

Fall is the best time to plant Virginia Bluebells Virginia Bluebells (Mertensia virginica) are a woodland native that many North Americans think of as a favorite. Towering mounds of pendulous, be … read more

Astilbe: A Burst of Summer Color That Thrives in the Heat When summer sets in across the garden, many flowering perennials begin to fade under the stress of intense heat. But Astilbe stands out as a r … read more