By Misty Gil, Posted in Feature Stories, Plants

North Carolina is blessed with a diverse landscape and a wide array of pollinator-friendly plants. Whether you have a small garden or a vast landscape, incorporating these plants will attract and support pollinators such as bees, butterflies, and... read more.

By Misty Gil, Posted in Feature Stories, Plants

Crape myrtle trees (Lagerstroemia indica) are a popular choice for adding beauty, color, and elegance to any landscape. With their vibrant blossoms, attractive bark, and ease of care, these versatile trees have become a staple in gardens and public... read more.

By Misty Gil, Posted in Feature Stories, Plants

North Carolina’s landscape is full of trees. In most areas, with no interference from people, this state would be a forest of hardwoods and pine trees. Many times, homes are built with the hope of keeping the canopy cover of trees to bring shade... read more.

By Misty Gil, Posted in #FeatureFriday, Feature Stories, Plants

We see vloggers and influencers talk about trends in clothing, home décor, and makeup, but did you know that landscaping has trends as well? The plant ID classes our team took in college may look as different now as a textile... read more.

By Misty Gil, Posted in Plants

Just because it’s winter, doesn’t mean that you are relegated look at a stark landscape for months on end. There are many plants that add winter interest that you can add to your landscape. Some of these plants can also supply refuge and a... read more.