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...
Summer Flower Pots

Summer Flower Pots

At Matthews Landscape, we believe flower pots are more than just containers—they’re a key part of your patio decor and outdoor design. Just like flower beds, selecting the right plants and arrangements for your pots takes careful planning and creativity. Rachel, one...
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...
Consider Adding Tropicals to Your Landscape

Consider Adding Tropicals to Your Landscape

Happy Friday! Everyone’s craving some fun in the sun right now with the nice weather we’re having, so we wanted to cover tropicals! Tropical plants do really well here in Louisiana, due to our humid and hot climate. You can plant them poolside, or give your regular...