As summer begins to fade, many gardens lose the color and excitement they enjoyed just a few weeks earlier. Fortunately, there are a handful of exceptional perennials that truly come into their own in late summer and fall. Among the most graceful are Japanese anemones, also known as windflowers. Blooming from August into October, Japanese…
The Perennial Plant Association has selected Andropogon gerardii ‘Blackhawks’ as the 2026 Perennial Plant of the Year, recognizing its exceptional garden performance, adaptability, and striking seasonal color. A cultivated selection of our native big bluestem prairie grass, Blackhawks brings strong vertical structure and movement to the landscape. The foliage emerges deep green in spring, develops…
Spring is right around the corner, and with it comes a fantastic new resource for gardeners who want to grow beautiful landscapes that support local wildlife, enrich the soil, and protect our waterways. We’re excited to share the newly released Maryland Native Plant Guide for the Piedmont Region, created by the University of Maryland Extension’s…
Pantone’s Color of the Year for 2026 is Cloud Dancer, which is a soft, luminous white. It is the first time Pantone has selected a true white as its annual color. In announcing the choice, Pantone describes Cloud Dancer as “a lofty white neutral whose aerated presence acts as a whisper of calm and peace…
After a long winter, it’s common to notice brown patches, dried leaves, or discolored foliage on some landscape plants. While it can be alarming at first glance, what you’re seeing is often winter damage, a common and usually temporary issue affecting many evergreen plants. Broadleaf evergreens such as hollies, magnolias, and laurels are particularly susceptible….
If you have been thinking about growing your own food but don’t have a lot of space, time, or gardening experience, lettuce is the perfect place to start! Lettuce grows quickly, thrives in containers, and delivers fast rewards – often in just a few weeks. It’s also a cool-season crop, which makes it an ideal…
Imagine stepping into your garden as morning light settles across the stones. Dew clings to leaves, a soft carpet warms beneath your feet, and a gentle herbal scent rises with each step. These planted pockets between stones turn simple walkways into living pathways that welcome you to slow down, explore, and enjoy quiet beauty underfoot….
