The Fascinating Story of Poinsettias and Tips for the Holiday Season

  Welcome to the enchanting world of Poinsettias – those vibrant bursts of red, pink, and white that herald the holiday season. As you prepare to deck the halls with these festive favorites, let’s dive into the rich history, captivating...

Fall Container Design with Nancy!

  View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Mahoney’s Garden Center (@mahoneysgarden) Watch as Nancy uses a blend of annuals and perennials to create a fall container garden. Who says you can’t mix annuals and perennials in...

Choosing the right type of Christmas tree for you!

  View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Mahoney’s Garden Center (@mahoneysgarden) Fraser Fir vs. Balsam Fir: How to Choose Your Fresh Christmas Tree Choosing a Christmas tree often comes down to Fraser vs. Balsam fir. Each...

Top Cool Weather Veggies to Plant in Early Spring

  View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Mahoney’s Garden Center (@mahoneysgarden) Don’t wait to plant these cool weather veggies 🥦🥬! Spinach, peas, Swiss chard, kale, bunching onion, cabbage, leeks, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, and lettuce will offer...

Pruning Roses with Jeanette

When the forsythia blooms, it’s time to prune your roses! Our very own rose expert, Jeanette, loves roses and loves to show what she knows about them. Join us as Jeanette takes us step by step through her guide to...

Warm Loving Veggies to Plant in June

  View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Mahoney’s Garden Center (@mahoneysgarden) Now is the ideal time to plant your crops that love the heat 🔥 including, but not limited to eggplant, beans, squash, strawberries, watermelon and...

Dividing Perennials with Nancy

  View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Mahoney’s Garden Center (@mahoneysgarden) “Be bold!” says Nancy, as she shares how she divides her spring and summer bloomers in the fall. All you need is an old kitchen...

USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map Gets an Update in 2023!

While we’re all bundled up for winter, it’s the perfect time to dive into a blooming topic that’s been making waves in the gardening community – the recent update to the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map in 2023. The Zone...

Winter Birding: The Importance of Food

  In Massachusetts, winter is a difficult time for birds. Days are often windy and cold; nights are long and even colder. Lush vegetation has withered or been consumed, and most insects have died or become dormant. During these extremely...

The Difference Between Fraser and Balsam Fir Christmas Trees

At Mahoney’s, we are proud to be part of your holiday traditions by offering fresh cut Christmas trees at all seven of our locations. We’re thrilled to offer a wide variety of specialty trees—including Blue Spruce, Alpine Fir, Concolor Fir,...