Grow Milkweed and Host Plants for Butterflies!

When you think of butterflies, you probably picture them fluttering gracefully from flower to flower. But did you know that before they become beautiful butterflies, caterpillars are some of the pickiest eaters in the garden? Unlike adult butterflies, who sip...

Pollinator Friendly Fertilizers: Feed Your Garden, Protect the Pollinators

When you plant a pollinator garden, you’re not just creating a pretty backyard haven — you’re building a vital food source and habitat for bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and other essential wildlife. But did you know the type of fertilizer you...

It’s Not Too Late to Plant Your Vegetable Garden!

  Still Plenty of Time to Grow While early spring might be ideal for cool-season crops like peas, broccoli, and lettuce, June is prime time for planting summer vegetables. Warm-season favorites like tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, squash, zucchini, beans, and eggplant...

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How to Start a Butterfly Garden from Seed

If you’ve ever dreamed of seeing butterflies flitting around your garden, balcony, or even a sunny front stoop, you’re in luck—it’s not too late to get started! Growing a butterfly garden from seed is easier than you think, and you...

Create a Butterfly Garden with KidsGardening

A Fun Activity for the Whole Family Who doesn’t love butterflies? These fluttery little friends bring joy, color, and life to any garden. Planting a butterfly garden is not just a treat for the eyes—it’s a chance to invite your...

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Clematis 101: Choosing, Growing & Pruning the Queen of Climbers

There’s a reason clematis is known as the “Queen of Climbers.” With gorgeous, showy blooms in a rainbow of colors and a long flowering season, this versatile vine adds vertical interest and charm to any garden. Whether you’re looking to...

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Sod Made Simple: Everything You Need to Know for a Healthy, Green Lawn 

Sod is a fast and effective way to create a beautiful green lawn without the wait. Whether you’re patching a section or transforming your entire yard, Mahoney’s offers everything you need—from expert advice to sod pick-up or direct delivery. Step...

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The New England Guide to Privacy Screening

In New England, where yards are often close together and neighbors can be just a few steps away, creating a sense of seclusion can be key to enjoying your outdoor space. Fortunately, plants offer a beautiful, natural solution. Whether you’re...

Grower’s Choice: Mahoney’s Geraniums, Fresh from Our Woburn Greenhouses

There’s nothing quite like the cheerful blooms of a geranium to signal the arrival of warm weather. At Mahoney’s, we take extra pride in growing many of our geraniums right here in Woburn, where we can ensure top quality from...

Dig In: Growing Edible Summer Bulbs in Massachusetts

Summer in Massachusetts is a magical time for gardeners, and if you’re looking to grow something that’s both satisfying to harvest and delicious to eat, let’s talk about edible bulbs. These underground gems—like onions, potatoes, and horseradish—not only thrive in...