Blue Fortune Anise Hyssop And Other Eye-Catching Pollinator Plants
As a landscape designer, I have worked on a myriad of Boston landscaping projects. During my experience, I’ve designed countless beautiful and ecologically beneficial local gardens. Every project has made me appreciate plant varieties and their benefits more...
Invasive vs Non Invasive Plant Species in Massachusetts
Inspired gardeners often ask our crew with hopeful expressions: “I was driving down the street the other day and saw this amazing plant. Could you get me one of those?” As knowledgeable horticulturists, we must do some research before ordering the latest garden...
Fall Mulching
Winter mulching, once an optional task for only the most sensitive plantings, is now becoming a necessity. Our New England winters are less predictable because of climate change, it’s time to revisit this fall chore that can make the difference in plant and shrub...
Composting Facts
It’s no secret that compost is highly revered among gardeners. We know some who have requested a truckload as a Birthday present! Love for compost is understandable since the benefits of this nutrient-rich substance include improved soil quality, reduced need...Invasive English Ivy vs. Non Invasive Alternatives
Contributed by Curtis Hawley Round 3: English Ivy (Hedera Helix) vs Barren Strawberry (Waldsteinia fragarioides) As we learned in our previous posts in this series, you can’t purchase Japanese Barberry or Burning Bush in Massachusetts because they’re invasive...About Christie Dustman
Christie Dustman is a life-long gardener and owner of Christie Dustman & Company, Inc.
