Overwintering Endless Summer Hydrangeas
Looking to make your 'Endless Summer' hydrangeas thrive all season long? These unique reblooming hydrangeas need special care to stay vibrant from sprin...
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Caring for Endless Summer Hydrangeas
Want hydrangeas that thrive even in colder climates? The Endless Summer series blooms on new and old wood, ensuring lush flowers despite winter challeng...
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A Guide to Hydrangeas
Hydrangeas are a Maine garden staple - but not all are the same! Learn the key differences between the 5 main types and how to care for each to enjoy mo...
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Tillandsia (Air Plant) Care Guide
Air Plants aren't just easy-care decor - they're living art! Learn how to grow these soil-free wonders with our simple guide. Read on to learn more abou...
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Stop the Hydrangea Flop!
Some Hydrangeas' heavy blooms can cause them to flop over due to the weight. This is especially a problem with younger shrubs that lack sturdy stems. De...
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Why Panicle Hydrangeas Continue to Shine Through Fall
Panicle hydrangeas have become one of the most dependable shrubs for late-season color, and it's easy to see why. Compact varieties like Bobo and Little...
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How to Care for Winter Damaged Shrubs and Trees
Maine winters can be harsh on your landscape! From heavy snow to freezing winds, your plants face serious challenges. Learn expert tips to assess and tr...
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Spring Houseplant Care
As the days grow longer and warmer, your indoor jungle is waking up from its winter rest - and now is the perfect moment to give your houseplants the se...
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A Pinch Will Do - Caring for Sedum
Sedum, prized for their vibrant foliage, often slump in fall. Causes include insufficient sunlight and over-fertilization. To prevent this, ensure at le...
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Clematis Planting and Pruning Tips
Clematis offers an array of vibrant colors in various flower types and they will thrive in sun to part sun and hardiness zones 3-8. Plant them in nutrie...
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Creating Privacy Screens with Evergreens
Looking for privacy, noise reduction, or a lush green backdrop? Discover how evergreens can create year-round natural screens that are low-maintenance, ...
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Dazzling Spring Blooming Shrubs Snubbed by Deer
Practical, local gardening guidance from the Estabrook's team.
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Prize Worthy Panicle Hydrangeas
Practical, local gardening guidance from the Estabrook's team.
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How to Plant and Grow Your Own Blueberries
Practical, local gardening guidance from the Estabrook's team.
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What Temperature is Your Ornamental Grass?
Discover the key differences between cool and warm season ornamental grasses! Learn when to plant, divide, and prune for stunning landscapes year-round.
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How to Design a Low Maintenance Garden
To maintain a low-maintenance garden, make sure to plan your landscape wisely. This includes understanding your site's sun, cold, moisture, deer, and wi...
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Cyclamen Care Guide
Looking for a fresh holiday plant that's just as colorful as poinsettias? Discover cyclamen! These versatile beauties add instant color indoors during w...
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Summerific Hibiscus: Tropical Drama in a Hardy Package
Practical, local gardening guidance from the Estabrook's team.
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Answers to Your Common Hydrangea Questions
Hydrangeas may be the most popular shrubs for home landscapes in Maine. Two common questions we receive are (1) when to prune them and (2) how to change...
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The Irresistible Allure of Deutzia
Practical, local gardening guidance from the Estabrook's team.
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Christmas Cactus Care Guide
A Christmas cactus in full bloom is one of the brightest surprises of the holiday season, and with just a little attention, this resilient houseplant wi...
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Unusual Solutions for Nonblooming Hydrangeas
Practical, local gardening guidance from the Estabrook's team.
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Grasses are the Grande Dames of Fall
Practical, local gardening guidance from the Estabrook's team.
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Putting Your Gardens to Bed for the Winter
Practical, local gardening guidance from the Estabrook's team.
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Smooth Operators - Using Smooth Hydrangeas
Practical, local gardening guidance from the Estabrook's team.
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Divide and Conquer! How to Divide Perennials
Practical, local gardening guidance from the Estabrook's team.
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