BEST HERBS FOR THE GRILL

There’s something about an outdoor grill that just makes food taste better and fresh ingredients play a huge role in creating some of your best meals. When it comes to flavor, fresh herbs from the garden will always taste better than store-bought. Here are our favorite herbs for the grill.

Matthew DammannAugust 14, 2018Barbecue, Grill, Herbs, Garden, Grow Your Own, Plants, Rosemary, Thyme, Oregano, Herb Garden, Fresh, Food, Cooking, Dammann's Garden Company

ARBORVITAE

Arborvitaes are grandiose trees that create a powerful presence in any yard. As elegant as they appear, they are low-maintenance and easy to care for, making elegance simple to achieve.

Matthew DammannJuly 31, 2018arborvitae, hardy, Dammann's, Dammann's Garden Company, trees, huja, low-maintenance, Western Red Cedars

BENEFITS OF LARGE TREES

Trees are such a popular addition to homes and yards, and it’s not hard to see why. Poplars and other popular large trees, like oak, fir, crabapple, or dogwood, are not only gorgeous, and elegant, they bring some additional benefits to your home and yard. Bigger trees are key players in your backyard look, but bring home amazing benefits that last year to year.

Matthew DammannJuly 13, 2018trees, big trees, oak, fir, crabapple, dogwood, clean air, noise filters, Dammann's, Dammann's Garden Company, large tree, gardening, planting, plants for privacy, healthy garden, healthy plants, healthy living, benefits

HARDY ROSES

Tending to roses daily to coax them into blooming doesn’t have to be the only way to have some gorgeous blooms right at home. These hardy and low-maintenance options have an aesthetic for any garden and promise the ability for nearly any garden to have a rose bush of their own.

Matthew DammannJuly 4, 2018roses, rugosa roses, knockout roses, peace roses, rose, hardy, hardt plants, hardy roses, easy maintenance, easy gardening, hybrid rose, hardy hybrid rose, reliable blooms, bloom

APHIDS 101

Aphids are a common problem in our gardens that can come with an assortment of solutions that you can tailor to your home and garden. A bit of basic knowledge about aphids is all you need to prevent them from damaging your plants.

Matthew DammannJune 19, 2018aphids, gardening, pests, dealing with pests, ladybugs, spray, pesticides, spring, dammans, Dammann's Garden Company, maintenance, plant care, plants, planting, healthy garden, healthy plants, damage control

YOUR PRUNING GUIDE

Pruning is an essential component to maintaining a healthy garden. By helping our plants shed their unwanted or unhealthy growths, we open them up to a world of newer and healthier possibilities. Here is our guide to good pruning practices that will help to encourage your plants to grow with more enthusiasm!

Matthew DammannJune 6, 2018Pruning, garden, Gardening, trees, shrubs, nursery, Backyard, maintenance, home improvement, plant care, plants, care tips

CREATING BACKYARD PRIVACY

Hedges are an awesome, all-natural way to bring privacy to your home. The beautiful, green foliage will give you the privacy you need without compromising aesthetic. Here are our favorite plants and top tips for creating privacy in your yard.

Matthew DammannMay 22, 2018Privacy, Backyard, landscaping, hedge, boxwoods, arborvitae, plants, plants for privacy, backyard design, diy, garden, grow, planting, fence, yard, landscape design, home improvement

TRENDS IN CONTAINER GARDENING

Container gardens offer a flexible way for gardeners to dabble with the creative and trendy, without the commitment. Containers can be refreshed as often as gardeners choose! If you’re looking for somewhere to get started with your garden this year, the season’s new trends are a fantastic place to start.

Matthew DammannMay 9, 2018Container Gardening, Container Garden design, design, inspiration, containers, succulents, gardening, garden, blog, water garden

TOP 3 NEW ANNUALS FOR 2018

As we have patiently waited for spring, we have also waited to discover which new annuals have taken center-stage for 2018. This year is focused on warmth and color, with red and pink hues that are sure to transport you and your garden to a tropical oasis.