Fall seeding in New England is the perfect way to ensure a lush, green lawn come spring. This time of year provides the ideal combination of cool air and warm soil, creating the perfect conditions for new grass to develop… Read More
Every spring, gardeners flock to Mahoney’s, eager for perennials, lush lawns, and flowering shrubs. Spring planting is wonderful—but did you know fall might actually be the best time to plant trees, shrubs, perennials, and even lawns? Cooler weather, warm soil,… Read More
Time is of the essence when it comes to fall lawn care. Start fall lawn care once summer has ended and before cold, winter weather begins. Assess your lawn for summer damage and tailor your fall lawn care routine to… Read More
July 4th is upon us – the day we celebrate the birth of our nation. Looking back to 1776, trees and the lumber they provided were a critical natural resource, providing the raw material for shipbuilding. While modes of transportation… Read More
In tropical climates, hibiscus plants can grow right in the ground and flourish into large, lush shrubs or small trees, blooming nearly all year. Here in New England, our hibiscus show is a bit smaller and seasonal — but no… Read More
Seeing a hummingbird is always an exciting event! These tiny beautiful creatures who feast on the nectar of flowers are amazing to behold. Read on to learn more about the Ruby-throated Hummingbird (Archilochus colubris) that makes its home in Massachusetts.… Read More
The world would be a very different place without pollinators, in fact, it would be unrecognizable. Pollinators are animals that visit flowers to drink nectar or feed off pollen and transport that pollen from place to place along their way.… Read More
June 17th – 23th The history of National Pollinator Week, although short, is nonetheless notable. In 1997 an organization called the Pollinator Partnership was formed to increase awareness of the importance of pollinator health. In 2006 their efforts led to… Read More
The spring flowers of Azaleas, Rhododendrons, Forsythia, Lilac and Viburnum are always so welcome after a long winter season. To ensure those beautiful blooms for next year’s spring, it is important to know when and how to prune them. Spring… Read More