Plant of the Week: Vitex

Plant of the Week: Vitex

5 facts about Vitex agnus Our plant of the week this week is Vitex agnus, also known as Chaste tree or monk’s pepper. This multi-trunked tree is perennial in zones 6-11 and produces beautiful, lavender colored flowers. They’re native to the Mediterranean and Western...
Plants for Shaded Beds

Plants for Shaded Beds

Today, Rachel is here to tell us about some flowers that do great in shady spots. This client’s flower bed consists of a Japanese maple, with torenia and begonia planted under it. Not only do these plants bloom beautifully in part or even full shade, they also...
Summertime Flower Pots

Summertime Flower Pots

Happy Friday! Flower pots are an extension of our patio decor and take just as much designing as our flower beds. Rachel is here to tell us how she helps her clients choose plants and their arrangement. Everyone is unique, which means we will make sure your flower...
Sprinkler Worries Ruined My Vacation

Sprinkler Worries Ruined My Vacation

Has this ever happened to you? You’re out of town and you realize there are storms in the forecast back home, but your sprinklers are on! Or you’re at work and forgot to check the weather today. No need to worry! If you have a Rachio Sprinkler Controller...
Evergreen ground covers for your landscape

Evergreen ground covers for your landscape

This week we don’t have one plant of the week, but two: Phlox subulata and Phlox divaricata. Phlox subulata is an evergreen, flowering ground cover that comes in white, pink, or blue/purple and grows to 8 inches tall. It prefers full sun, with some dappled...