July is the perfect time to start thinking ahead to your fall garden. While summer flowers are still putting on a beautiful show, planning now gives you time to prepare your landscape, choose the right plants, and enjoy the best selection when the next planting season arrives. Whether you’re dreaming of colorful autumn containers, planting […]
July may feel like the heart of summer, but it’s actually one of the best times to start planning your next landscape project. While the busiest planting season is still a little way off, planning now gives you time to choose the right trees and shrubs, prepare planting areas, and enjoy the best selection when […]
Join Laura from Garden Answer as she plants beautiful evergreen trees, including Arborvitae, Western Red Cedar, and Hoopsii Blue Spruce, then relocates a garden fountain to create a relaxing focal point. Watch the video for planting tips, landscape inspiration, and simple ideas to add year-round beauty and tranquility to your own outdoor space.
By July, many gardens begin transitioning from the bright flush of spring into the warmth of summer. While some early bloomers are slowing down, the right selection of perennials can keep your landscape colorful for months to come. Better yet, many of these dependable plants provide valuable nectar for bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and other beneficial […]
Butterflies add beauty, movement, and life to any landscape. They also play an important role as pollinators, helping support healthy ecosystems and thriving gardens. One of the best ways to attract more butterflies to your yard is by creating a garden that provides food, shelter, and habitat throughout the growing season. Whether you have a […]
Common Problems and Simple Fixes Hydrangeas are among the most popular flowering shrubs in home landscapes, prized for their large blooms and long-lasting color. But if your hydrangea is producing plenty of leaves and very few flowers, you’re not alone. One of the most common questions gardeners ask is, “Why isn’t my hydrangea blooming?” The […]
Few things are more rewarding than harvesting fresh, homegrown tomatoes straight from the garden. Whether you’re growing large slicing tomatoes, sweet cherry varieties, or flavorful heirlooms, proper care throughout the season can lead to healthier plants and larger harvests. If you’re looking to maximize your tomato crop this summer, these simple tips can help your […]
Hanging baskets look incredible when you first bring them home. The real challenge is keeping them just as full, colorful, and flowing all summer long. The difference is not luck. It is care. At White House Nursery in Upperco, MD, May is the perfect time to set your baskets up for a season of strong […]
If your plants look healthy but are not putting out the kind of blooms you expected, the issue is often not water or fertilizer. It is maintenance. Deadheading, pruning, and pinching are the techniques that keep plants producing, shaping, and pushing out new growth all season long. Once you understand how to use them together, […]
When warmer weather rolls into Maryland, it is tempting to water more often and hope for the best. But the truth is, plants do not need more water. They need smarter watering. Efficient watering builds stronger roots, reduces stress during heat, and keeps your garden looking its best without wasting time or water. At White […]