Native plants are gaining momentum, and for good reason. They offer strong aesthetic appeal, seasonal interest, and reliable performance in New England gardens. Because native plants evolved in our region, they adapt easily to local conditions. They need less water… Read More
For masses of color that last all season, nothing beats the Volcano Phlox series. These garden phlox are sturdy, fragrant, and remarkably tolerant of powdery mildew—a common problem with other phlox varieties. Volcano Phlox offer a compact, tidy habit with… Read More
We talk a lot about our variety and selection in tomatoes, but did you know Uncle Mike grows a whole collection of cukes too? Here’s what’s growing in our Woburn Growing Greenhouse and shipping weekly to our retail stores! Please… Read More
It’s a great time to load up on perennial peonies! This spring favorite is budding and blooming now in our perennial yards. At Mahoney’s, we’re offering an incredible selection—featuring tried-and-true garden classics as well as hard-to-find collector varieties. Peonies have… Read More
Mahoney’s Ocean Enriched Compost gives your garden a powerful boost. This blend combines soil, compost, and nutrient-rich crustacean meal. The crustacean meal adds nitrogen, phosphorus, calcium, and magnesium. These elements support strong growth in vegetable beds and raised planters. Earthworms… Read More
Fall planters shine when you mix texture, color, and a few unexpected details. This container starts with heather ‘Stockholm’ and heather ‘Merlyn’ for soft structure and gentle color. Ornamental cabbage adds bold foliage and a cool seasonal feel. False holly… Read More
FALL LAWN SEEDING When you think lawn seeding, spring may be the first thing that comes to mind. But the warm soil temperatures and cool nights of late summer and early fall actually mean now’s the best time to seed… Read More
With this chilly weather, we know many of you might feel you’ve missed the crabgrass preventer application window. The age old adage of ‘apply when the forsythia blooms’, makes many worry they have missed the boat on an application!… Read More
Neptune’s Harvest (a division of Ocean Crest Seafoods, Inc., established in Gloucester in 1965) began in 1986 as an effort to use the fresh fish scraps left behind after the filleting process. When a fish is filleted, removing the edible… Read More