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Fall Lawn Care Tips

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...

Attracting Ruby-throated Hummingbirds to Your Garden 

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....

The Importance of Water

When we talk about the importance of newly planted trees and shrubs becoming “established” in the garden, we are referring to the development of a healthy root system. This root system is the basis for the plant’s top growth and...

Choosing the Right Pottery for Your Home, Porch, or Yard

Pottery is an investment that can add interest to your home and show off your personal style no matter what plants you choose to put in them. But with so many styles and colors to choose from, deciding what’s right...

SEEDING YOUR LAWN

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...

Arranging your Winter Planter

Winter planters bring beauty without the upkeep. Once the growing season ends, these arrangements need no watering and work anywhere in the landscape. Light requirements don’t matter, which makes placement easy. This container starts with Arctic Fire red twig dogwood...

Decorating Your Winter Window Box

Winter window boxes don’t need plants or flowers to shine. You can create a full, festive look using natural materials from your yard. Start by building height in the back, then layer downward for a soft, finished shape. This design...

Simple Tips for Designing and Planting Spring Flowering Bulbs

Bulbs are the gateway to the garden. Plant them now and forget about them. By the time spring rolls around, the garden will be full of buds ready to blossom. And, with cooler temperatures, fall is the best season for...

Celebrate Earth Day!

While Earth day is April 22, everyday is Earth Day at Mahoney’s. Our commitment to finding you the best products to beautify and sustain our earth has been our passion for over 50 years. From organic lawn-care programs to locally-grown...