Groundcovers are those (usually) tiny little plants that really draw the garden together and helps guide you from place to place. Other than being beautiful, groundcovers also help to suppress weeds, maintain soil moisture and temperature, and prevent erosion. In this episode, Nathan reveals the purpose and discusses different kinds of groundcovers you can utilize in your garden. So, come on! We’ve got a lot of ground to cover!
Read MoreLooking to grow some plants for pollinators? Maybe want to help out nature? Try some native plants! This week Nathan details the problems our economy and society inflict on nature, how gardeners help to combat theses problems, and he gives you a list of native plants that your garden needs! From native Magnolia to New Jersey Tea, Nathan talks about his favorite evergreen and flowering trees and shrubs.
Read MoreIs Bambi eating you out of a garden? Join Nathan in this second part of his Deer Proofing Your Garden talk as he describes his five methods for deer resistant gardening. He discusses monitoring and observing deer pressure, physical barriers, deer repellents, plant selection and combination, and fright tactics. If you've got a deer problem, then you need this episode!
Read MoreDeer can be a major enemy in the garden. As we reduce the amount of woodland with our homes and cities, we are actually reducing their homes at the same time. How can you keep deer away from your garden and beat the herd once and for all? In this first of a two-part episode, Nathan discusses the problem of deer, their characteristics and personality traits, factors affecting feeding habits, and an integrated pest management approach to controlling them. Be sure to check out part two where Nathan gives you five methods to use to control Bambie and his friends. Now, let’s beat the herd…together!
Read MoreAnother week of answering your gardening questions! Carol asks about the proper way to plant a tomato while Vicki wonders what she's doing wrong with her annual containers. Tim says he's too old to wait for trees to grow and needs some fast growing shade trees. Harvey wants to know the secret of watering plants through the summer. Our host, Nathan Wilson, answers these questions and sprinkles little garden goodies throughout this Q&A Week Episode of New Southern Garden!
Read MoreHydrangeas have been a plant that no Southern garden should be found without! However, not all hydrangeas are the same. Nathan explains the differences between the size, shape, flower type, and cultural practices for the top four hydrangeas of the South. The Top Four includes: Bigleaf Hydrangea, Panicled Hydrangea, Smooth Hydrangea, and Oakleaf Hydrangea. Be sure to collect them all!
Read MoreFor decades and decades, gardeners in the South have used plants from the tropics to adorn their summer gardens. With our warm, humid climates and long growing season, tropical plants thrive. However, they can’t handle the frosts of winter so they only last for one year. Nathan talks about his top four annuals that old gardens and new gardens need: begonias, dahlias, impatiens, and zinnias. Be sure to incorporate these annual favorites for outstanding color!
Read MoreEach month, New Southern Garden dedicates the last week of the month to answer your questions! This week, Patricia asks why her peonies seems to die before blooming and Keith wants to add paths to his garden. Kim has some deformed rose buds and wants to know what to do while Ralph thinks his newly planted arborvitae bit the dust over winter. Lastly, Kitty has some overgrown azaleas. Find out how our host, Nathan Wilson, responds to each situation!
Read MoreHistory is an important aspect of gardening… especially in the South. We grow the kinds of plants we grow today mainly because our ancestors grew them in days past. In this episode of New Southern Garden, Nathan introduces his Top 5 Plants That Made The South, discusses their history, and makes a case for why we should still grow them in our modern Southern gardens. Learn something new about these really old plants!
Read MoreHave a small garden but want to impress the neighborhood? Nathan discusses the best of best small plants that will not only thrill the neighbors but will make you feel successful in your small space. Need a small plant for a tight spot? No problem. Nathan's got the plant for you!
Read MoreVegetable gardening is a big part of horticultural activities here in the South! Nathan gives his top tips for veggie gardening and discusses several types of crops we love. If you need to beef up your vegetable gardening skills, listen immediately!!
Read MoreAsk and you shall receive…an answer from our host Nathan. This week Nathan answers your gardening questions. Joyce asks, “Why do my tomatoes never perform well?” Bill says his hydrangeas look like they are dying while Patsy wonders if spring is the best time to plant. Dale is curious if he can get his monster knockout roses under control and Carolyn has houseplant issues. If you have a question burning through your landscape, be sure to Contact Us!
Read MoreIs your landscape properly designed? Maybe it looks like a random mash-up of some really cool plants but lacks an appealing design? Nathan provides you with the best tips for designing your landscape to create a place that’s both unique and balanced. He discusses both the elements and principles of design. Be sure to grow your best garden ever by implementing these design techniques.
Read MoreThe pollinator gardening conversation continues with more details on specific butterfly species and plants they require! Nathan discusses his Power Plants for Pollinators- a collection of perennials, trees, and shrubs that are necessary to attract butterflies and other pollinators to your garden. Don’t forget to learn the basics of pollinator gardening in Episode 10.
Read MoreWe know that pollinators are in high demand, and yet, the places where they live are increasingly being demolished. If you’ve ever wanted to build your own garden for pollinators, Nathan can point you in the direction of success. He shares his tips on creating spaces that pollinators can’t resist. From nectar plants to host plants and basking to puddling, Nathan will guide you in transforming your “pollinatorless” garden to a butterfly sanctuary.
Read MoreSpring Fever usually kicks in too early in the south. We want to be in the garden in the middle of winter because of those frequent weather warm-ups we get from time to time. Even though it’s too early to start a garden outdoors, you can get one started inside. Starting plants indoors is a great way to treat your Spring Fever! From peat to coir to vermiculite to perlite, Nathan explains the best components to use in your seed starting mix.
Read MoreNathan discusses different pruning techniques you can use to achieve certain effects in the southern garden. Whether you want a happy hedge or some pollarded peaches, Nathan will explain how to prune your plants so they do what you want them to. Be sure to learn the basics of pruning before adventuring into these more complex methods in Episode 7.
Read MoreMost perennials, trees, and shrubs are going to need some kind of pruning from time to time. It can be scary. It can make you nervous, but Nathan is here to calm your fears! Pruning is a necessary procedure in any garden, but you've got to be sure you are doing it appropriately. In this episode, Nathan explains where, when, and why you should prune your plants.
Read MoreWhat in the world is a “geophyte?” It’s just a technical term for a plant that has some kind of storage unit under ground— basically a bulb, tuber, corm, or rhizome. If you want to increase your daffodil garden or make more baby tulips, Nathan explains several ways to propagate each kind of “geophyte.” Often overlooked, these underground plants can really make an impact in the southern garden so be sure to add more bulbs, tubers, corms, and rhizomes with these simple tips.
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