Flowers growing under trees need extra water to compete with tree roots.
Use straw or salt marsh hay to suppress weeds in the garden.
Take into account mature plant sizes when planting annual containers or hanging baskets.
A fence or archway in the yard makes a good support for rambling roses.
Store unused seed in a cold, dry location.
Peonies grow best in morning sun and afternoon shade.
Learn to recognize and report all life stages of the spotted lanternfly. Visit ag.umass.edu/landscape/fact-sheets/spotted-lanternfly to learn more.
Plant Something Massachusetts is a project of Massachusetts Nursery and Landscape Association, and was originally established in partnership with Massachusetts Flower Growers’ Association.