For many, plant shopping usually ends in one of two ways — buying random 'pretty plants' or not buying anything at all because the choices are overwhelming. Either way, it's probably a case of poor planning before heading out to the nursery. Read on to learn strategies to help you select the perfect plants. It’s always good to have a purpose in life – and the plants you choose for your garden should be no different. Learn 9 ways to choose plants wisely, whether their purpose is to provide structure, color, texture, or fragrance. Photo by Jan Johnsen. Show some gardening love for your sweetie and pick out something from this list of our favorite Valentine's Day gifts. (Or, find something for yourself and drop a hint.) Ever wonder how to pick the right plant for the right space? Darcy Daniels of eGardenGo walks you through her method of "describe to design" that will help you do just that. She outlines what elements to consider and what questions to ask yourself before going to the nursery. Don’t go plant shopping before you read this! Most deciduous trees can be a little lackluster in winter — but not birch. When their eye-catching bark is visible, they steal the show. Learn how to plant and care for birch trees in your garden. Mulch is important in the garden this time of year to keep roots insulated and moisture in, but with so many mulching options available, how do you choose? We break down the good, the bad and the ugly for you, along with 9 possible materials to use. Photo by Paul Keyes. Do you love succulents as much as we do? Check out this video from Garden Answer for an easy DIY craft that’s sure to make you smile. In Case You Missed It: Did you enjoy this newsletter? Forward it to a friend! Questions? Reply to this email or call Dayna at 855-624-5110 No images? Click here for a web version of this email.
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