Aquarius season (January 20–February 18) is all about originality, intuition, and flowing ideas—and this thoughtfully designed floral arrangement captures that spirit beautifully. Known as the Water Holder or Water Bearer, Aquarius is often associated with movement, depth, and emotional intelligence...
Winter may have settled in, but January is a surprisingly productive month for Massachusetts gardeners. While the ground is frozen and daylight is short, this quieter stretch is perfect for assessing your tools, planning your crops, and caring for the...
If chickadees are the friendly chatterboxes of winter, dark-eyed juncos are the quiet companions that let you know the season has truly arrived. Often nicknamed “snowbirds,” juncos appear in New England just as the weather turns cold, bringing soft flashes...
Who says poinsettias have to be red? If you love a little creativity in your holiday décor, our painted poinsettias are here to shake things up—in the best way possible. These festive favorites are available in a rainbow of unexpected,...
Few holiday plants are as beloved—or as misunderstood—as the Christmas cactus. With its arching stems, jewel-toned blooms, and long lifespan, this festive favorite becomes a treasured part of many households. But despite its name, the Christmas cactus isn’t a “typical”...
Outside, winter may be bare — but indoors, the Christmas Rose, Helleborus niger, blooms with life, offering elegant color and calm to holiday spaces. Helleborus are cold-season bloomers with elegant white flowers that often open right around the holidays. In...
Mahoney’s is proud to be a sponsor of the KidsGardening Garden Youth Grant Program, an initiative that aligns with our mission to create opportunities for kids to play, learn, and grow through gardening. Check out some of the activities below...
As the colder weather rolls in and the holidays approach, it’s time to embrace the beauty of fresh cut greens for your home, both inside and out. Decorating with evergreens is a perfect way to bring life and warmth to...
There’s nothing like stepping back to see your Christmas tree glowing, with every light sparkling and every ornament telling a story. But before that picture-perfect moment comes the planning: how many lights and ornaments do you actually need to make...
If your evergreens come out of winter looking brown, brittle, or scorched, you’re not alone. In recent years, Massachusetts gardeners have seen more winter damage on evergreens—especially broadleaf types like rhododendrons, hollies, and boxwoods. The culprit? Winter desiccation, a type...
