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The History of the Locals’ Favorite Tree

One of the South’s most iconic plants, the Crepe Myrtle arrived in England from its native China in 1759. Few were impressed with the Crepe Myrtle, because it simply would not bloom England just wasn’t hot enough.

Cool Color for Hot Spots

While some of may be wishing for cooler temperatures to set in, there are plenty of plants that love the heat and humidity we are experiencing!

Summer’s Must-Have

GOMPRENA Gomphrena is beautiful and long lasting either fresh or dried… and best of all, this annual thrives in heat and any soil conditions.

Pumpkins in June? Are we off our gourds?!

When thinking of things to do in your garden in June you typically think about coneflowers, daylilies, coreopsis, hostas… Yes, we did say pumpkins!

A Peach of a Tree

Most of us wait all year for that first bite into a juicy peach, just one more reason we adore summer! If you love these juicy gems, we suggest growing your own.

True Blue

BLUE CHIFFON ALTHEA These blues will make you happy! We love the newest Althea variety… Blue Chiffon, and we think you will too.

A Summer Without Tomatoes? No Way!

June 18th and you may be worried you haven’t planted your tomatoes in the garden yet. Don’t worry, it’s not too late to get a juicy summer harvest.

Pink or Blue, It’s Up to You!

Hydrangeas are a wonderful garden shrub that are easy to grow and bloom through a long season. They’re elegant, colorful, and versatile, suitable in the landscape, garden beds, flowerpots, and even that tricky spot right by the front.

Love at First Blush

BLUSHING BRIDE HYDRANGEA With June being ding season, we thought it fitting to showcase the Blushing Bride Hydrangea. Endless Summer® Blushing Bride will add life and love to your garden and home virtually all summer long.

Now Featuring: The Summer Garden

When summer arrives, you may turn on your TV for entertainment, but there could be an equally entertaining show going on right in your own garden with ‘the plants of summer.’ When is high and the temperatures soar.

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