April brings the beauty of spring, the joy of Easter, and one of our favorite celebrations—Arbor Day! This month is the perfect time to plant trees, and we’re excited to announce that our new selection of deciduous and evergreen trees has arrived! This year, we have an exceptionally large assortment of trees, including the stunning Cedrous deodara. This evergreen beauty can reach 20-40 feet … [Read more...]
July 29, 2019 By
Drought-Tolerant Plants for Hudson Valley Gardens
As July fades to August and the sun continues to bake your backyard, you might be feeling a little lackluster about your garden. But don’t despair! We've put together a shortlist of some our favorite full-sun, drought-tolerant shrubs and perennials. Adding a couple of these low-maintenance summer gem will ensure your garden stays colorful all year long. Perennials CoreopsisBright … [Read more...]
July 11, 2019 By
Coneflower – Plant Profile
Echinacea "Coneflower" in classic purple and ornamental red. Hardiness Zones: Zones 3 - 9Common Varieties: Purpurea ("Purple Coneflower" - not always purple!), tennesseensis ("Tennessee Coneflower"), Colors: Mostly light, warm purple, but also hot pink, red, orange, yellow, white, and even green and dark purple, or multicolored. Echinacea is the genus name for a whole gaggle of flowers … [Read more...]
August 4, 2016 By
Caryopteris – Plant Profile
Caryopteris x Clandonensis Common Names: “Blue Beard”; “Blue Spirea”; “Blue Mist” Description: Caryotperis is sometimes called “blue spirea”, an apt name. This woody shrub is small with a mounding tendency. Its long, pink-ish stems bear angular leaves. Its foliage is usually silver-green or silver-yellow. In the late summer and early fall, it produces tight clusters of small, … [Read more...]
