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We don't need to tell you it's hot outside! Here are some tips to help your garden as we begin to slowly transition to fall over the next several weeks. Annuals: Many spring/summer annuals may look droopy in late summer. Remove any annuals that are "spent", meaning they are diseased or dying. It will clean up your garden visually. If your annuals need to be pruned, remove any dead blooms weekly and remove damaged foliage. Cut back Petunias that aren't blooming well- they w

In spring, it can be tempting to come to the garden center and pick up one (or three!) of everything in bloom. Maybe not literally everything in bloom, but you understand what we are saying! It can be easy to purchase several different plants and then come home and wonder how to incorporate everything you love into your garden. That's where landscape elements such as repetition, color, texture, and form come into play. Repetition Often, unless it is a focal point, plants loo

Many trees can be planted under electrical lines and never get close in size to needing to be trimmed by the power company. In this post, we will list several tree and shrub varieties that work well to stay under most power lines. Most power lines are above 25' in height, but sometimes they are below this approximation. If your gardening bed is near or under power lines, browse this list and use it as a guide when deciding what to plant. The plants listed below are 25' or le

Privacy screens can be desired for any number of reasons. Whether you want to block an unsightly view, create a cozy gardening space, or need privacy from neighbors, these are excellent reasons as to why you might need a privacy screen. You can use a variety of materials, such as fencing, a trellis, or even a building, such as a barn or shed, to create a privacy screen; however, today, we will share about plants you can use instead (or in addition to one of these structures).

Happy Earth Day! Below are 15 ways your local nursery shows love to our Earth every day. Riverbend Nurseries' Tree Fields in Autumn 1. We continually plant trees! Have you seen some of our tree fields while driving by? 2. When possible, we use eco-friendly pots 3. We recycle our plastic pots 4. We grow organic vegetable and herb plants Growing Thousands of Mums 5. We plant, grow, and sell pollinator-friendly plants 6. We grow native plants 7. We never use neonicotinoids Teach

It's important to understand the essential elements of a successful garden. Soil, sunlight, water, fertilizer and mulch are all essential elements that every beginner gardener needs to know about to be a great gardener. We will share about each today. Understanding Soil Soil is the foundation of a healthy garden. In Middle Tennessee, we tend to have a fair amount of clay in our soil. This is important to know because clay holds onto water which can lead to root rot in plants

It's always exciting to see the first signs of spring. In Middle Tennessee, early spring-blooming plants are abundant. Below, we are sharing 10 of the earliest spring bloomers. Add one (or several) of these to enjoy in your garden in early spring. Forsythia x intermedia 'Lynwood Gold' Forsythia Brilliant yellow blooms cover this graceful shrub, typically in early March. There are several varieties of Forsythia, which vary in size. Plant in 6+ hours of sunlight for the best bl

Winter is a time of rest for most gardeners. Though the garden may look barren, this chilly season offers a special time for dedicated gardeners, an exciting invitation to dream and prepare for the vibrant seasons ahead. Embracing the quiet moments of winter can spark creativity and set the stage for a flourishing garden in spring. Winter's landscape holds a distinctive beauty amidst its quietness. For gardeners, these still moments are perfect for reflection. In winter's ba

Fall is the perfect time to plant trees and shrubs! It's technically the best time to plant almost all trees and shrubs, because it gives new plants time to become acquainted with its new soil and environment before spring and summer growth months. Did you also know that fall is typically our driest season in Middle Tennessee? We've had a very dry summer and are experiencing a dry fall so far. You need to water even established trees and shrubs this fall if we aren't receivin