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Planning out a garden over the fall and winter to implement next spring is one of my favorite things to do! I am hosting an in person workshop to help you with your space in October at the new location of Apollo Sunrise Center in Newburyport, MA. We will go over popular ornamental choices of trees, shrubs and perennials for the landscape space you have, with a focus on pairing plantings for light requirements, water restrictions, and staggering bloom times in order to maximiz

I have many, many clients come to me and say that they love love love hydrangeas. And why wouldn't you? They are a summer staple in the landscape! But did you know there are many types of hydrangeas to choose from? #hydrangea #hydrangeas #garden #gardening #massachusetts #massachusettsgarden #newenglandgarden Let's start with the cut flower industry: The Hydrangeas you see all year round in florist shops and supermarket bouquets. These are called Bigleaf Hydrangea or Hydran

Whether you're a new gardener, shopping for plants, or reading care instructions, you've probably come across words that sound confusing. What does herbaceous mean? What's the difference between a shrub and a tree? And what exactly is a sepal? This beginner-friendly guide explains the most common plant science terms in simple language. By understanding these definitions, you'll be more confident choosing, planting, and caring for your plants. Herbaceous A herbaceous plant has