Once summer turns to fall, it’s easy to think that you have to give up on your shrubs. Lower temperatures and unpredictable weather can make it difficult to look after shrubs. Whether you’re a newbie to the world of gardening or a seasoned pro, adding low-maintenance shrubs can help bring your garden to life during fall. At Sammy’s Plant World, we’re sharing the top low-maintenance shrubs that our team recommends planting this fall. Spring and summer aren’t the only times that you can create a beautiful landscape for your home or property. With these 15 fuss-free shrubs, you’ll be able to tend ..read more

Once summer turns to fall, it’s easy to think that you have to give up on your shrubs. Lower temperatures and unpredictable weather can make it difficult to look after shrubs. Whether you’re a newbie to the world of gardening or a season pro, adding low maintenance shrubs can help bring your garden to life during fall. At Sammy’s Plant World, we’re sharing the top low maintenance shrubs that our team recommends planting this fall. Spring and summer aren’t the only times that you can create a beautiful landscape for your home or property. With these 15 fuss-free shrubs, you’ll be able to tend t ..read more

Could you imagine a world without beings? It’s quickly becoming a possibility. Bees need a home, food, and water to survive. Without these three things, they’ll slowly start to disappear. There are dozens of different types of bees that are active throughout the years, jumping from one plant to the next from spring to winter. All bees forage for different flowers that are rich in nectar and pollen. The one difference is that every bee specie has a different size tongue, meaning that you want to have different shaped flowers and shrubs in your garden. This guide takes you through the most popul ..read more

Spring is finally here, and it’s time to get your flower beds ready for a full season of gardening! Take the time to clear out the last season and welcome the new. When you make sure to properly care for your garden, it will pay you back by flourishing year-round. These simple tips will make your spring gardening season much smoother and more enjoyable. 1.  Prepare your tools. The beginning of spring is the perfect time to get your gardening tools in tip-top shape. Review the tools you have in your arsenal, and be sure to clean and sharpen any tools that need attention. You may also want ..read more

Planting fruit trees at home can provide many benefits to you, your family, and your environment. There’s a common misconception that fruit trees are high maintenance, but most fruit trees are actually fairly easy to care for. While newly planted trees can take a few years to start producing fruit, you’ll soon be able to enjoy fruit that’s been grown in your own backyard. One benefit of planting fruit trees at home is that doing so can save you money. Once your fruit trees begin to produce fruit, you won’t have to go to the grocery store to buy fruit. You can save the fruit from your trees for ..read more

If you want your garden to thrive, your plants need pollinators just as much as they need water, soil, and sunshine. In fact, 75 percent of the world’s flowering plants rely on pollinators for reproduction. How do you attract beneficial pollinators to your garden? Grow pollinator plants these birds and insects love! Follow these tips to start welcoming more bees, hummingbirds, and butterflies into your garden. Why Pollination is Important Many plants need to be pollinated before they can produce flowers, fruits, vegetables, and seeds. Pollinators like birds and bees are attracted to these plan ..read more

Adding trees and shrubs to your landscaping creates outdoor spaces that are functional and useful while contributing to a gorgeous house exterior. There are many benefits to planting trees and shrubs in your yard, including providing privacy, shade and creating outdoor sanctuaries to enjoy with family and friends. According to the US Department of Energy, three trees planted around your house can save you around $100 – $250 in utility costs every year! In Louisiana, the best time to plant trees and shrubs to ensure the plant’s successful establishment and root growth is between October an ..read more