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Hot Weather Heroes: 5 Heat Tolerant Perennials

Gardening in New England can be a challenge. With cold winters and sometimes scorching summer days, finding the right plants that can handle the heat without wilting can feel like a tricky task. But don’t worry! We’ve got you covered...

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Planting Roses in Summer and Fall: A Guide for Thriving Blooms

  Roses, with their stunning array of colors, shapes, and fragrances, can elevate any garden. While spring is often seen as the ideal planting season, summer and fall offer fantastic opportunities for planting roses, with the added benefit of extended...

Save Big at Mahoney’s Garden Centers During Massachusetts Tax-Free Weekend!

Attention Massachusetts shoppers! The much-anticipated Massachusetts Tax-Free Weekend is just around the corner, and there’s no better place to take advantage of this fantastic opportunity than at Mahoney’s Garden Centers. This weekend, August 9th and 10th, enjoy tax-free shopping on...

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Mums and Easy Fall Gardening Display Ideas

As summer bids farewell and vibrant hues paint the Massachusetts landscape, it’s the perfect time to embrace the beauty of fall with stunning fall mums and effortless garden displays. Whether you’re calling Boston, Cambridge or beyond home, transforming your urban...

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SunPatiens: The Versatile Garden Marvel

SunPatiens are a fantastic choice for any garden, offering vibrant blooms and incredible versatility. These hardy plants, a hybrid of traditional impatiens and a wild species, are known for their ability to thrive in various conditions. Whether you have a...

Native Plants for Low-Maintenance City Gardens

Dreaming of turning your urban space into a lush, green haven but feeling limited by time, budget, or a small space? You’re not alone! Urban dwellers from Boston to Worcester often face the same challenges, but there’s good news: native...

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Harnessing Nature’s Army: Banker Plants and Beneficial Insects in the Greenhouse

If you’re an avid gardener or just someone who loves to immerse themselves in the beauty of plants, you might have heard of Integrated Pest Management or IPM. IPM is a smart and sustainable way to handle pests. Instead of...

The Colorful History of Hydrangeas in Massachusetts 

    Hydrangeas are a beloved and iconic flower that has graced the gardens and landscapes of Massachusetts for centuries. These beautiful and versatile plants have a rich history in the state, and their presence has become deeply intertwined with...

Low-Maintenance Gardens with Native Plants

Ever dream of having a beautiful, flourishing garden but feel overwhelmed by the time, effort, and money traditional landscaping demands? If you’re juggling a busy city life and have only a small balcony or backyard to work with, creating a...

Heat Loving Annuals for the Summer Garden

Gardening in the heat of summer can be challenging, but choosing the right plants can make all the difference. Here are nine fantastic heat-tolerant annuals that will keep your garden vibrant all season long. Plus, we grow these locally in...