Zone 6b - Mid-Atlantic Gardening

Many states have “native plant” societies, and Maryland is no exception. Thanks to the awareness raised by organizations in our own backyard, such as Brookside Gardens, the National Arboretum, and the U.S. Botanic Garden, more people are now eager to use native plants in their landscapes.
But what is a “native” plant? Native plants are those […]

Fall is an ideal time for planting perennials, shrubs, spring-blooming bulbs and, of course, trees. Nurseries are starting to receive shipments of cypress, spruces, hollies, cherries, maples, oaks, and other standard favorites. But how well do these trees really perform in our soil and climate? What should you know before make that investment?