Create a vibrant haven to attract butterflies to your Long Island garden this summer with our top picks for pollinator-attracting plants. Discover overlooked yet stunning options that thrive from the south to the north shore. These five favorites promise to enchant...
Providing your plants with the proper foundation on which to grow is the first step to enjoying those plants for many years to come. Follow these easy steps for successful tree and shrub planting every time. Before You Plant Prior to purchasing plants, assess the...
What is Pruning?Pruning is the practice of selectively removing plant parts (branches, buds, spent flowers, etc.) to manipulate the plant for landscape purposes Why Prune?More important than knowing when or how to prune is understanding what you are trying to achieve....
Hydrangeas are one of the most recognizable summer flowering plants on Long Island. They are known, grown and loved worldwide and continue to gain popularity every year. While one species may be more popular than another, they all bring ornamental value to the garden...
If you are looking for plants that bloom throughout the summer in a sunny location, crape myrtle, roses and butterfly bush are the plants for you. Crape Myrtle There was a time, not too long ago, when we could not grow crape myrtle on Long Island. The plants were not...
Although crape myrtle may remind you of the South, it’s also a perfect choice for your Long Island garden. In fact, many hardy varieties will thrive here. Simply plant in full sun, and over time, enjoy the changing beauty of its bark, foliage, and flowers. Here are a...
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