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Hydrangea Color

Read which hydrangea flowers change color, and discover how to turn them pink or blue. Learn about hydrangea color myths.

Cape Cod Hydrangea Festival @ Hyannis Country Garden

Every year in July the Cape Cod Hydrangea Festival celebrates summer gardens and the Cape's favorite shrub. Check the HCG events page.

Reviving Hanging Baskets

Hear how to revive your hanging basket so that the plants fill out and flower more for the rest of the summer.

Umbrella Planters

These planters are made to go around sun umbrella poles on outdoor tables. Unfortunately they are no longer available in our store.

Is it GONE Yet? Can I Plant Impatiens Again?

In 2015 we were wondering if we could safely plant impatiens again. This post was updated in 2023, with information about Beacon Impatiens.

Weed Vine and Weird Leaf Growths

If your iris aren't flowering, there could be several reasons why they don't bloom. Learn what causes irises not to flower well.

Why Don't My Iris Bloom?

If your iris aren't flowering, there could be several reasons why they don't bloom. Learn what causes irises not to flower well.

Winter Moth Damage Alert!

In times when the winter moth larvae are numerous, it's important to recognize the damage early and treat with Bt or spinosad.

Planting Pots and Boxes

Read 6 tips for growing plants outdoors in pots and widow boxes. Hear how to be successful with container gardening.

Pruning Hydrangeas After Winter Damage

Learn when to prune your blue mophead and lacecap hydrangeas so that you don't remove the flowers for the coming summer.

Garden Center Shopping: Comparing Apples to Apples

It's impossible to compare prices of living plants with a phone call: unlike manufactured items, plants vary widely in appearance and health.

Questions from Customers: Are your seed potatoes in?

Potatoes grow well in sandy soils so this crop does well on Cape Cod. Learn when to plant your seed potatoes on Cape.

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