top of page
The views expressed in posts do not constitute endorsements of any services, organizations, or products unless explicitly stated. Any advice provided is for informational purposes and should not be considered a guarantee of specific results. Individual outcomes may vary. To learn more, please consider joining the Groton Garden Club.
Search
Spring Blooming Mayapples: Groton’s Ephemeral, Shade-Loving Treasure
Mayapples are vibrant woodland treasures in Groton, supporting pollinators and wildlife and adding lush texture to shady gardens and forests
Groton Garden Club
Feb 272 min read
1 view
0 comments
Why Sourwood Trees are a Must-Have for Your Groton Garden: Beauty, Birds, Bees, and Brilliant Fall Color
As a native tree, the Sourwood is an excellent choice for gardeners to add low-maintenance beauty, that brings year-round interest.
Groton Garden Club
Feb 134 min read
11 views
0 comments
Plant Profile: New England Aster
New England Aster is well-loved for its stunning purple flowers that bloom in late summer and autumn, providing a burst of color in the Fall
Groton Garden Club
Jan 302 min read
4 views
0 comments
Plant Profile: Blazing Star (Liatris spicata)
This striking plant is known for its tall, slender spikes of fluffy, dense, purple flower heads that bloom from the top down.
Groton Garden Club
Jan 163 min read
1 view
0 comments
Enhance Your Garden with Buttonbush: A Native and Sustainable Beauty for All Seasons
Buttonbush is a native shrub with white summer flowers and vibrant foliage. It's low-maintenance, pollinator friendly and native to MA.
Groton Garden Club
Dec 26, 20242 min read
2 views
0 comments
Plant Profile: Red Bearberry, Kinnikinnick is a Link to the Past
Red Bearberry is low maintenance, ornamental, and has ecological benefits and is a native plant linked to the past.
Groton Garden Club
Dec 12, 20243 min read
31 views
0 comments
Plant Profile: Winterberry, for year-round garden interest
Winterberry, with its striking display of bright red berries against winter landscapes, serves as an invaluable resource for wildlife.
Groton Garden Club
Nov 28, 20242 min read
20 views
0 comments
Plant Profile: American Hazelnut
American Hazelnut is prized for its edible nuts, ornamental value, and its role in providing wildlife habitat and ecosystem services.
Groton Garden Club
Nov 14, 20242 min read
35 views
0 comments
Plant Profile: Ornamental Alliums
Alliums are primarily grown for their aesthetic appeal, offering a wide range of colors, sizes, and shapes to suit various garden designs.
Groton Garden Club
Oct 10, 20242 min read
6 views
0 comments
Plant Profile: Winter Aconite
Despite its delicate appearance, this is one of the earliest bloomers in late winter to early spring, popping up through snow cover.
Groton Garden Club
Sep 26, 20242 min read
4 views
0 comments
Plant Profile: Chrysanthemums
Ubiquitous now in supermarkets, farm markets, and almost any other store you enter, some Chrysanthemums are plannable in your garden now.
Groton Garden Club
Sep 12, 20243 min read
15 views
0 comments
Plant Profile: Hydrangeas, Showy Color in the Garden
With their versatility and ability to thrive in various climates, hydrangeas have become a beloved addition to gardens in Groton,.
Groton Garden Club
Aug 22, 20243 min read
31 views
0 comments
Plant Profile: Common Yarrow
Before you pull it out, take a moment and reconsider Yarrow as a boon to your garden.
Groton Garden Club
Aug 8, 20242 min read
114 views
0 comments
Plant Profile: Cardinal Lobelia
This is a striking perennial herbaceous plant native to the Americas, particularly found in wetlands, along stream banks, and in marshes.
Groton Garden Club
Jul 25, 20242 min read
21 views
0 comments
Plant Profile: Little Bluestem
Little Bluestem is renowned for its stunning blue-green foliage that turns a rich bronze-red in the fall, adding vibrant color to landscapes
Groton Garden Club
Jul 11, 20242 min read
55 views
0 comments
Plant Profile: Wild Columbine
Wild Columbine is a charming herbaceous perennial native to eastern North America.
Groton Garden Club
Jun 27, 20242 min read
18 views
0 comments
Plant Profile: Inkberry
Inkberry is a good native option to the privet (California, Border, Chinese, and European) which are listed as invasive in MA.
Groton Garden Club
Jun 13, 20242 min read
61 views
0 comments
Plant Profile: Sweet Fern
Sweet Fern, is a unique and aromatic perennial shrub native to North America. This hardy plant is cherished for its texture and fragrance.
Groton Garden Club
May 30, 20243 min read
69 views
0 comments
Plant Profile: Spotted Bee Balm
Spotted Bee Balm is cherished not only for its charming appearance but also for its ecological significance as a pollinator powerhouse.
Groton Garden Club
May 16, 20242 min read
25 views
0 comments
Plant Profile: Dahlias
It is not too late to add Dahlias to your garden! Dahlias are prized for their vibrant blooms, diverse forms, and ease of cultivation.
Groton Garden Club
May 2, 20243 min read
288 views
0 comments
bottom of page