Elevate your Christmas celebrations with a vibrant centerpiece that infuses your holiday home with warmth, joy, and a sense of togetherness. Surround yourself with twinkling lights and the sweet scent of evergreen as you create cherished memories with your loved ones. Discover expert tips on selecting and caring for your perfect Christmas tree to add a touch of magic to the season. Allow us to accompany you on this festive journey, tailored to your unique style. Experience the true spirit of Christmas with our exquisite collection of centerpiece ideas and holiday decorations.   Types of ..read more

To ensure your wreaths and swags stay fresh and beautiful all season long, here are some valuable tips that you shouldn’t miss. By implementing these effective strategies and techniques, you can enhance the festive charm they bring to your home and create an inviting atmosphere that impresses your guests. Picture this: stunning wreaths and swags exuding holiday cheer, their vibrant colors and exquisite textures captivating everyone’s attention from the moment they step foot into your home till the season’s end. Get ready to embrace a season filled with unparalleled vibrancy, beauty, and the j ..read more

Holiday shouldn’t feel like it’s just another item on your to-do list in an already busy season. This year, why not simplify and embrace a garden-themed approach to your Christmas decor? Whether you lean towards a rustic, traditional, or modern aesthetic, incorporating natural elements will breathe color and life into your home this holiday season. One delightful idea is to bring the outside in when you deck the halls. From adorning your mantel with lush greenery to creating a centerpiece with pinecones and berries, there are endless ways to infuse the spirit of nature into your festive indoo ..read more

  When fall rolls around and the air turns crisp, it’s time for the sometimes arduous task of uprooting the faded, scraggly blooms of summer. But fret not! In the picturesque town of Davidsonville, located in the heart of Maryland, there is an abundance of fresh, locally grown replacements waiting to breathe new life into your patio and garden. With a wide array of vibrant colors and captivating textures to choose from, you can easily transform your outdoor spaces into a delightful oasis throughout the fall and winter seasons. Embrace the beauty and serenity of nature with these exquisit ..read more

The cooler days of fall are a welcome respite after the heat of summer. What you do in your garden now can set you up for a successful fall harvest and spring season. Give your garden a refresh with these simple tips so that you’re ready for fall planting. Start Composting If you haven’t already done so, fall is a great time to start composting. You’ll have an abundance of vegetable scraps and plant material from your garden (green materials) and autumn leaves (brown materials) to build a pile. One great tip is to run over the leaves with a lawnmower to shred them before layering them with pl ..read more

The cool temperatures of fall make it a great time to be outside working in the garden. Beyond typical cleanup activities, fall is a great time to plant trees, shrubs, and perennials. Fall season planting is less stressful on plants than spring planting because there’s less heat, as well as fewer insects and weeds. Another great reason to plant in the fall is that in the fall, the plant can put all of its energy into growing roots, rather than growing the top and trying to flower and produce seed. While air temperatures cool off quickly in the fall, the soil stays warm longer. Your plants wil ..read more

Our Poinsettia Collection The Homestead Gardens Premium Poinsettia Collection, renowned for its exceptional quality and local cultivation in Davidsonville, Maryland, offers an exquisite array of poinsettias that are acclimated to our specific sunlight conditions. These vibrant and long-lasting poinsettias are a result of careful cultivation, thriving with unmatched vibrancy and longevity in the comfort of your own home. Our poinsettias are grown locally, without enduring extensive shipping routes across the country. This means they are not weakened during transportation, preserving their prist ..read more

One of the most beloved garden plants in the world, roses have been wooing gardeners for thousands of years. Grown for their showy blooms and romantic fragrance, roses come in a dizzying array of forms, sizes, and types. Sorting them out can be confusing, even for experienced gardeners. With the myriad varieties of roses available, it’s hard to avoid making impulse purchases. If you start with a plan and know your limitations, you are less likely to suffer buyer’s remorse. Here are some of our favorite varieties for low-maintenance roses that still have bloom power. Knock Out® Roses These easy ..read more

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When people take a peek at the winterberry hollies (Ilex verticillata) in our nurseries, they’re immediately intrigued. It’s no wonder: these native shrubs are stunningly beautiful at the dreariest time of the year. Winterberry holly grows native over a huge swath of North America – eastern Canada all the way through the southern US and as far west as Texas – so it is very hardy (down to USDA zone 3) as well as very heat tolerant (through USDA zone 9). Unlike the classic “Christmas” holly, winterberry holly loses its leaves every autumn, which makes its crop of bright red or yellow berries ev ..read more