From the McDonald Garden Center Blog
If you want to make the most of this magical season, consider adding trees and shrubs that will enhance your garden with their stunning fall color! Fall is the absolute best time of the year to plant trees and shrubs. So, we’ve curated a list of top picks, each offering a unique splash of color along with essential care tips to ensure they thrive in your garden so you can have a festive AND productive gardening season. Let’s get into it:
In the realm of ornamental trees, few specimens captivate the imagination quite like the Coral Bark Maple. This exquisite variety, scientifically known as Acer palmatum 'Sango Kaku,' embodies nature's artistry with its breathtaking display of color and form. From its fiery-red winter bark to its vibrant seasonal foliage, this Japanese maple variety is a perennial favorite among gardeners and admirers of botanical beauty.
Today, we're excited to dig into the wonderful world of persimmons with you! These sweet, vibrant fruits have been capturing hearts and taste buds for centuries, and we're here to share the scoop on how to grow your very own persimmon tree. Our Green Team experts are just brimming with knowledge, and they've got all the tips, tricks, and care instructions you need to make your persimmon-growing journey a fruitful success.
by Kathy Van Mullekom, a lifelong gardener and gardening writer living in York County, VirginiaI’ve always wanted an October Glory maple tree for its red fall color. Finally, several years ago, I got one and I couldn’t be happier. About this time of year, its vivid red foliage warms me on cool October days.
