June 16, 2023
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Trees and Shrubs
June 16, 2023
May 31, 2023
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Trees and Shrubs
May 31, 2023
Hydrangeas in All Their Glory
Shop Hydrangeas NowCan you think of a more beloved plant in New England than the Hydrangea? Its flowers have many forms, ranging from beautiful rounded mopheads in shades from light blue to rich, almost purple blue; to showy panicles in… Read More
May 23, 2023
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Trees and Shrubs
May 23, 2023
Rhododendrons & Azaleas: A New England Favorite
Rhododendrons, the quintessential New England foundation planting, are so familiar to us we refer to them fondly as ‘Rhodies’. When we think of them, we most often think of the varieties with large evergreen leaves that have showstopping trusses of…
May 3, 2023
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Landscaping, Trees and Shrubs
May 3, 2023
Weeping Ornamental Cherry Trees: A Gift From the East
Looking for a small, elegant and unique flowering tree for your landscape? One that is hardy, low maintenance and sure to draw admiring glances from your neighbors? Look no further than the weeping cherry tree. Available in pink and white…
April 27, 2023
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Trees and Shrubs
April 27, 2023
Feeding Your Evergreens in Spring
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mahoney’s Garden Center (@mahoneysgarden) Your evergreens are hungry! Spring is a great time to feed with Holly-Tone to help them be their best all season. Watch as Patrick demonstrates…
April 14, 2023
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Featured, Trees and Shrubs
April 14, 2023
Nine Shrubs to Prune in April
“Is this a good time to prune my…?” The question of when to prune is one we often hear. The confusion is understandable since some shrubs are best pruned in spring, others in summer, and still others prefer to be…
April 14, 2023
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Trees and Shrubs
April 14, 2023
Spring Pruning Basics for New England
Shrubs add beauty and structure to our gardens. During the first few years after planting, a shrub requires little to no pruning. As it matures, selective pruning can increase bloom, improve shape and or reduce size. Whatever your objective, intentional… Read More
April 13, 2023
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Trees and Shrubs
April 13, 2023
Now Blooming in the Nursery: Forsythia
Forsythia x intermedia ‘Lynwood Gold’ The bright yellow flowers of Forsythia are a sure sign that winter is behind us. Long a staple in gardens throughout New England, we sometimes take these familiar stalwarts for granted. But here is a…
April 12, 2023
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Trees and Shrubs
April 12, 2023
How-To: Pruning Your Roses
In New England, forsythia blooms signal the perfect time to prune roses. Jeanette, former president of the New England Rose Society, walks through her trusted early-spring pruning process step by step. She starts with the basics, including tool prep…