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October 27, 2025 In Featured, Seasonal, Trees and Shrubs

October 27, 2025

Protecting Your Evergreens from Winter Desiccation

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…
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Cicada damage on trees along route 28 in Cape Cod – Mahoney’s Garden Centers
August 9, 2025 In Press Releases, Trees and Shrubs

August 9, 2025

Mahoney’s Garden Centers Shares Expert Guidance on Cicada-Related Tree Damage

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 2025 Expert Insights from Veteran Horticulturalist David Carpinella on Protecting Young Trees example of cicada damage on oak stem Osterville, MA – Following the mid-summer emergence of 17-year periodical cicadas, many oaks…
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August 3, 2025 In Featured, Perennials, Trees and Shrubs

August 3, 2025

Why Your Sprinkler Isn’t Enough: Better Watering Techniques for New Plants

We get it—sprinklers and irrigation systems seem like the ultimate summer shortcut. Just set it and forget it, right? But when it comes to keeping your newly planted trees, shrubs, and perennials healthy and thriving, that approach often falls short—literally.…
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rose of sharon
July 28, 2025 In Featured, Trees and Shrubs

July 28, 2025

Rose of Sharon: A Summer Showstopper for New England Gardens

If you’re looking to add a bold splash of color to your garden during the dog days of summer, Rose of Sharon (Hibiscus syriacus) might be just the shrub you’re looking for. With large, tropical-looking blooms that last from midsummer…
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4-season garden
July 28, 2025 In Annuals, Featured, Herbs + Veggies, Landscaping, Perennials, Seasonal, Trees and Shrubs

July 28, 2025

Grow a 4-Season Garden: Enjoy Beauty and Bounty Year-Round

If you’re someone who dreads the winter lull in your garden or wishes your landscape could offer more interest in the off-season, you’re not alone! The good news? With a bit of planning, you can enjoy a garden that looks…
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July 21, 2025 In Featured, Landscaping, Trees and Shrubs

July 21, 2025

Monarda Magic: Bright Blooms for Hummingbirds and Bees

If you’re looking for a perennial that brings your garden alive with color and activity, Monarda, commonly known as bee balm, is a perfect choice. This North American native is a true garden hero – beloved by hummingbirds, bees, and…
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June 23, 2025 In Featured, Landscaping, Perennials, Trees and Shrubs

June 23, 2025

Native Plants vs. Cultivars vs. Nativars: What’s the Difference?

When planning a New England garden, you’ve probably come across terms like native, cultivar, and nativar. But what do they actually mean—and how do they affect pollinators, local wildlife, and your garden’s long-term health? Let’s break it down.   What…
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June 23, 2025 In Featured, Landscaping, Lawn + Garden, Perennials, Seasonal, Trees and Shrubs

June 23, 2025

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…
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May 26, 2025 In Landscaping, Perennials, Seasonal, Trees and Shrubs

May 26, 2025

Why Native Plants Matter in Massachusetts

On April 1, 2023 Massachusetts Governor Maura Healy signed a proclamation officially declaring April to be Native Plant Month in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. June is National Pollinator Month and it’s the perfect time to celebrate not only pollinators but…
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