The climate in the Carolinas is perfect for long-blooming perennials; these effortless flowering plants bring beautiful color all year long. Talk to your landscape design team about adding these long-blooming native species to your yard, garden, and outdoor spaces this year. Coral Honeysuckle Coral Honeysuckle will bring year-round color to lowcountry landscapes. It is naturally appealing to butterflies and hummingbirds, native to the region. This…
If you take a look at some traditional Lowcountry gardens, you may notice a recurring fixture: the Sago palm. Oddly enough, these plants are not actually palms, but are a heritage plant native to the Carolinas and a multitude of southern gardens widely. There are some simple reasons why Sago palms are a reliable and popular fixture in southern gardens: They are Tropical Sago palms make…
If you are looking for a way to bring some life and visual interest to your landscape, consider some unique and easy-to-maintain patterned plants. These plants are also called variegated varieties, which sheds some light on the unique looks and intricate design of their foliage. Consider livening up your landscape with some patterned plants: Distinctively Different Do something different and distinctive that makes your greenspace…
It makes sense to use native plants in your southern gardens, as these species thrive and prosper in the Carolinian climate. This region is known for its long, humid summers and mild winters, which is the ideal environment for many colorful and lush plants. Talk to a Charleston landscape services company to find the perfect plants for your garden, yard, and property. It makes sense…
If you are looking for a way to increase the curb appeal and overall value of your property, plant a tree! Planting trees doesn’t cost a lot and it provides numerous benefits for you, including: Provide oxygen in the air that you breathe. Prevents erosion. Keeps your property cool. The key for planting trees in your backyard is to choose the right ones that won’t…
Fall is the best time to prepare your yard for the rest of the year, particularly in South Carolina. The climate is ideal for outdoor chores and pests are at a year-round low. Plan your fall planting knowing that the weather is mild until January or February when temperatures dip and there could be frost. Prepare your yard and garden for the rest of…
Autumn and fall don’t need to be the end of your beautiful landscape and garden; the South Carolinian weather is ideal for fall garden displays that will bring color and vibrancy to your entire property. The key is choosing elements that are congruent with the climate. Showcase a beautiful fall garden with these fall garden ideas: Choose fall-blooming plants. Plant fall blooming flowers and plants…
Bring a little distinction to your yard and landscape this summer with color. Adding color to your annual gardens, beds, and displays will enhance curb appeal during warmer months while also providing you with ample cuttings for floral arrangements and bouquets. Talk to a landscape professional about implementing more color into your greenspace. Bring some color to your summer landscape with these tips: Plan on…
Is your yard, property, or greenspace all that it can be? If the condition of your exteriors would have a landscaper pulling out their hair, you could be falling prey to some common landscape design errors. Here are eight mistakes that can make your landscaper crazy: Crowding your plants. The first thing that can drive your landscaper crazy is over-crowding; this not only impedes…
In the southern United States, Boxwoods are making a big comeback. Once popular evergreens, lately many have overlooked the countless uses and types of Boxwoods that can have such a variety of purposes on your property. Bring back the ease and visual appeal in your yard this season with your own Boxwood evergreens. Boxwoods are back for the southern landscape; explore your options: Focal…