Video Look: Native Pollinator Plants at Mahoney’s

Native plants are gaining momentum, and for good reason. They offer strong aesthetic appeal, seasonal interest, and reliable performance in New England gardens. Because native plants evolved in our region, they adapt easily to local conditions. They need less water...

Volcano Phlox: Mildew-Resistant Color for Summer Gardens

For masses of color that last all season, nothing beats the Volcano Phlox series. These garden phlox are sturdy, fragrant, and remarkably tolerant of powdery mildew—a common problem with other phlox varieties. Volcano Phlox offer a compact, tidy habit with...

Peonies for Every Garden: Herbaceous, Tree & Itoh Varieties in Bloom

It’s a great time to load up on perennial peonies! This spring favorite is budding and blooming now in our perennial yards. At Mahoney’s, we’re offering an incredible selection—featuring tried-and-true garden classics as well as hard-to-find collector varieties. Peonies have...

Perennial Hibiscus: Big Tropical Blooms for Your Garden

When you think of hibiscus, you might picture giant blooms swaying in a warm breeze or vibrant flowers printed on your favorite vacation shirt. But hibiscus isn’t just for the tropics — it’s a diverse family of plants that can...

Using Ornamental Grasses in the Landscape

Twenty-five years ago, ornamental grasses were rarely seen in the landscape. As their virtues – low maintenance, drought tolerance, a long season of interest – became more widely known, gardeners began to integrate them into their landscapes. Today they are...

Now in: Hardy Hibiscus

You may hear of ‘hibiscus’ often in the home and yard, but it’s important to recognize that hibiscus is a large genus that covers shrubs, perennials and tropical plants. At the end of a hot New England Summer, the hardy...

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Top Summer Blooming Plants for Color All Season Long

There are many ways to keep color in the garden even after the glorious days and exuberant flowering display of June. Like late-blooming teenagers, there are plants that come into their own after others have made their statement. They extend...

Video How-To: Fall Container Garden

Fall container gardens shine when you lean into rich color and bold texture. This arrangement starts with autumn-toned Rudbeckia, which brings strong structure and seasonal warmth. Dipped in Wine coleus adds deep, dramatic foliage and instant contrast. Super Bells ‘Dreamsicle’...

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...

Early Blooming Spring Perennials

Who isn’t excited by the first green shoots brave enough to poke their snouts out of the soil at winter’s end? Nothing lifts our spirits like the first blooms of spring. Imagine flowers in March, April and May while you...