Whether due to necessity or choice, finding ways to conserve water in the garden is top of mind for many homeowners today. You’ll save time, money and resources by following the five tips in this helpful article. Weekender® self-watering hanging baskets use an innovative wicking system to water plants from the 1-gallon reservoir. #1 – […] The post 5 Ways to Conserve Water in Your Garden appeared first on Garden Crossings.| Garden Crossings
When you hear the word “groundcover”, you might think of plants like ivy or vinca vine which traditionally fill this role. While they certainly work, there are many other kinds of hardy plants that make attractive groundcovers, including many native options as well as those that grow in both sun and shade. Let’s explore ten types of shrubs and perennials you can use as groundcovers to fill up those open spaces in your landscape. The post 10 Hardy Groundcovers for Sun and Shade Landscape...| Garden Crossings
Sandy soil can be more of a blessing than a curse – IF you know how to deal with it. In this article, you’ll see the advantages of gardening in sand, plus find tips for watering, fertilizing, amending the soil, and choosing plants that will thrive in your sandy soil. The post How to Garden in Sandy Soil appeared first on Garden Crossings.| Garden Crossings
Could your front yard landscaping use some freshening up this season? Maybe you’ve lived in your home for a long time and it’s time to start over, or perhaps you’re just looking for a few new ideas for styling your front porch. Whether your front landscape is in the sun or shade, you will find […] The post 10 Front Yard Landscaping Ideas for Sun and Shade appeared first on Garden Crossings.| Garden Crossings
Pruning can be a challenging topic for gardeners to master, so let’s tackle the topic of pruning evergreen trees and shrubs here. When we talk about “evergreens” in general terms, we are describing plants that don’t lose their leaves in the winter. They are the opposite of “deciduous” plants which lose their leaves in the […] The post Pruning Evergreens appeared first on Garden Crossings.| Garden Crossings
Ready to start a new garden? We are here to help you achieve your goals! There is a lot that goes into cultivating a new garden, but before you begin, there are seven questions you should ask to set yourself up for success. At the end, we’ll direct you to the next steps in the […] The post 7 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Starting a New Garden appeared first on Garden Crossings.| Garden Crossings