In the Garden: Blackhawks big bluestem adds bold color, interest to landscape

In the Garden: 2026 is the Year of the Azalea

Azaleas add welcome color to the spring garden and some, like Encore®, Perfecto Mundo® and ReBLOOM™, offer additional blooms in summer and fall. With beautiful flowers in an array of colors and sizes and a variety of growth habits it’s no wonder the National Garden Bureau has declared 2026

In the Garden: Boost your landscape's beauty with bee-friendly shrubs

Plant a variety of bee-friendly shrubs and enjoy year-round beauty and loads of pollinator appeal. Include a mix of spring, summer and fall bloomers, providing nectar and pollen for visiting bees throughout the season. Selecting bee-friendly shrubs suited to the growing conditions and the available space also boosts your landscape’

In the Garden: Save money by growing your own fresh vegetables

With escalating food prices, now is a great time to start growing some of your own vegetables. Not only can you save money, but you’ll enjoy great flavor and maximum nutritional value. Take time to do a bit of planning. Your first trip to the garden center can result

In the Garden: Bulbs with season-long color and pollinator appeal