The Strader's Blog

As wildlife habitats are threatened by development, the creation of a bird-friendly environment that provides food, water and shelter is crucial to the existence of…

It’s a sure sign that fall has arrived when dozens of boxes and crates adorned with brilliant images of spring-blooming bulbs appear on garden center…

We’re certain you’ve heard it numerous times: fall is the best time to buy your Japanese maple. Have you come into the garden center to…

Many gardeners believe garden gloves are easy to do without. Those of us who love gardening enjoy the feel of soil running through our fingers,…

Gardeners love the Eastern redbud tree (Cercis canadensis). Native to North America, these hardy, slow-growing, small trees richly deserve their places front and center in…

As the summer comes to an end and autumn approaches, the days get shorter, and cooler temperatures signal the time to ready your plants for…

We grow our own! No flower is more iconic of autumn than the chrysanthemum, and these beautiful mounding perennials are ideal for fall flowerbeds, pots,…

Looking to add interest to the fall and winter landscape? This year, plant ornamental cabbage and kale for bold textures and vibrant colors. About Ornamental…

What are your garden’s trouble spots? Do you need an evergreen hedge? A tall anchor plant at the back of a deep garden bed? How…

Ideal for fall gardens, pansies offer a colorful display for almost six months in the fall when they are planted, in the winter during a…