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The Bountiful Blog
Bountiful Gardens does much more than just sell plants--we aim to foster a community of passionate gardeners and plant geeks that can't get enough horticultural knowledge. There's near infinite diversity in the plant world and so much to cover, so we'll be diving in, topic by topic, to the latest plant care tips, new varieties and cultivars, suggestions for difficult planting spots, garden design recommendations, native plant info, facts about pollinators and sustainability--you name it, we want to cover it.
If you have suggestions for new blog post topics, please email us at mediamanager@bountifulgardens.com. We can't wait to hear from you!
Joe Pye Weed is a Towering Native Icon of the Garden!
With its beautiful name, eye-catching height and show-stopping floral displays, Joe Pye Weed is sure to make that late Summer splash in your garden. In Joe’s opinion, no perennial garden would be complete without a little Joe Pye Weed. Joe Pye Weed (Eutrochium) in full bloom in a rain garden In this post, you'll learn: Why Joe Pye Weed may be perfect for your garden Joe Pye Weed's characteristics and growth requirements Its importance to pollinators and the ecosystem Joe Pye
Aug 15, 20253 min read
Why Your Garden NEEDS Echinacea! - Countless Cultivars, Endless Varieties and Timeless Blooms
Here at Bountiful Gardens, we have the pleasure of being surrounded by endless Echinacea! In this video, you’ll learn what you need to know to grow this perennial like a pro! A closeup of Echinacea (Purple Coneflower) with a small insect crawling about In this post, you'll learn: Why Echinacea is one of the most legendary perennial wildflowers in the world Echinacea is a native plant with tons of varieties It's beloved by critical pollinators like Monarch butterflies Echinac
Aug 8, 20253 min read
Plant Rudbeckia for the Perfect Summer Statement!
To us, nothing screams “classic perennial favorite” quite like Rudbeckia. There are many different species of Rudbeckia, and in general, it’s known as Black Eyed Susan. In this video, you’ll be learning all about some of our BEST native Rudbeckia species! Black Eyed Susan blooming in full Summer sun In this post, you'll learn: Rudbeckia is one of the best native perennials you can add to the garden There are multiple varieties of Rudbeckia you can choose from Different chara
Aug 1, 20253 min read
Bring Peace to Your Garden with a Fountain, Bubbler or Bird Bath
Bountiful Gardens is once again fully stocked with a huge assortment of fountains and statuary by Henri Studios! Adding a fountain can dramatically improve the ambiance of a space. In this post, you'll learn: Bountiful Gardens has much more than just plants! We have a large selection of fountains for your garden The benefits of having a water feature in your yard All about the different types of fountains you can find at Bountiful Gardens! We carry both formal and modern, fre
Jul 25, 20253 min read
The BEST Deer Resistant Plants for Your Shade Garden!
Welcome back to Bountiful Gardens! If you’re like us, the garden is your sanctuary–the place where you can really find your zen. The last thing you want in such a sacred space is for a hungry deer to come munchin’ on through your precious plants! Barrenwort (Epimedium) is a shade loving evergreen, perfect for the base of trees. In this post, you'll learn: There are plenty of deer resistant plants that thrive in the shade! We carry perennials, trees and shrubs that are prized
Jul 18, 20253 min read
What to Plant in July!
Does your garden glow in Spring, but start looking a bit tired in Summer? It can be tempting to fill your landscape with early blooming perennials, but for color and interest across the seasons, you have to make sure you have a well-rounded plant palette! A grouping of gorgeous Echinacea varieties We’re going to be going over some incredible plants you can get in the ground right now to enjoy gorgeous blooms during these harsh summer months. In this post, you'll learn: All a
Jul 11, 20253 min read
Plant these Deer Resistant Natives NOW!!
Do deer cause you stress in the landscape? Then this is the post for you! You'll learn: All about deer resistant natives that deer won't touch! The importance of planting native species The beauty and diversity of our native plant palette DEER OUT is a great back-up plan for heavily browsed yards! Anise Hyssop (Agastache foeniculum) in a native garden. Its minty scent keeps deer from nibbling. This is the best time to be out in the yard enjoying your garden with friends and f
Jul 4, 20253 min read
Solve Your Drainage Issues with a Rain Garden!
Welcome back to Bountiful Gardens! It’s been a bit of a soggy start to the Summer, but that’s not stopping all these June blooms from flowering up a storm! In this post, you'll learn: Why and how a rain garden may solve your drainage issues How to design your rain garden The best plants for rain gardens, and where to plant them We can design and install a rain garden for you! A beautiful native rain garden in early Summer All landscape plants depend on the rain to grow and t
Jun 23, 20254 min read
Spring Ephemerals Have Emerged! All About These Fleeting Beauties
A woodland garden full of blooming Spring ephemerals can be quite a magical place, offering visitors peace and connection to nature. Spring is a season of renewal, and these are some of the first plants to rise to the occasion! In this post, you'll learn: What a Spring ephemeral is How Spring ephemerals are crucial to pollinators About a variety of native and ornamental ephemerals at Bountiful Gardens Most Spring ephemerals are deer resistant! Dicentra, or Bleeding Heart, is
Mar 28, 20253 min read
Want to Start Spring on the Right Foot? Consider Native Gardening!
The weather is finally warming up, and we're blessed with an extra hour of daylight, which means more time out in the garden amongst our beloved plants. This is the most exciting time of the year--a time to shake away those Winter blues and let them act as fertilizer for the great things to come. Foxglove Beardtongue is a gorgeous native wildflower that bees adore In this post, you'll learn: Why planting native is so important The benefits of planting native Native plants are
Mar 13, 20253 min read
Hellebores: The Harbingers of Spring!
Also known as Lenten Rose, Hellebores are one of the first plants to bloom in the Spring, and you'll be excited to know Bountiful Gardens has a HUGE selection of Hellebore varieties at all three of our locations: Ewing, Hillsborough & Lawrenceville! The best part? They're blooming RIGHT NOW! A honeybee visits a blooming Hellebore in Ewing. In this post, you'll learn: Hellebores are one of the first perennials to bloom each year They provide crucial pollen to early season poll
Mar 4, 20252 min read
Create Your Own Contained Ecosystem with a Terrarium!
Did you know Bountiful Gardens offers terrarium building workshops? Have the skills, but just need space? We'll clear off a project table for you to get to crafting and creating. Planting a terrarium in our greenhouse is a surefire way to know you'll have everything you need, when you need it, and the peaceful ambiance can't be beat! Ike's finished terrarium, ready to thrive In this post, you'll learn: How to make and maintain your own contained ecosystem The terrarium order
Mar 3, 20255 min read
Container Planting Tips! - Dreaming of Spring
As the first eager daffodils start to poke their delicate greens up through the mulch, you're probably longing to dig back into your planters and fill them with vibrant life. You don't have to wait much longer! In this article, Ike will be guiding you through the planting process for a Spring container garden. In this post, you'll learn: Tips and tricks about container gardening How to put together the perfect Spring container garden The best annuals for your arrangement! How
Feb 26, 20253 min read
Getting the Garden Ready for Spring - Some Steps for Success!
The weather is starting to get a little warmer here in New Jersey, and while it may still be a bit early to start planting, there's plenty you can do to get yourself prepared for a bountiful growing season! In this post, you'll learn: The best ways to prepare your garden for the Spring season The most important steps for a successful growing season What NOT to do! They're almost here! Cabbage, Kale, Spinach and so much more is on the way! First and foremost, walk around your
Feb 25, 20253 min read
Spring Seeds Are In! Get Ahead of the Game!
Our Lawrenceville location is chock-full of fresh Spring seeds for the 2026 growing season--get 'em while the gettin's good! Our selection of premium seeds is fully stocked! Starting plants from seed can be an incredibly rewarding experience for gardeners of any level. It helps connect us plant lovers more closely with our plant children, and really "roots" us in the process. Joe shows off his favorite tomato seeds Did you know that humans have been collecting and saving seed
Feb 24, 20252 min read
Start off Spring with a Sustainable Landscape Design!
Spring is almost here!! Time for new beginnings and a new, more sustainable garden! Why? An ecologically sound garden design harmonizes the wants and needs of people with the habitat needs of wildlife, and looks beautiful while doing it! We all know the Earth’s climate is changing and average global temperatures are on the rise, largely due to human activity. While our individual gardens may not save the world on their own, our choice to make them more sustainable can be a m
Feb 17, 20255 min read
Start Your Collection with Air Plants!
Did you know there are plants out there that don’t need soil? You need to check out Air Plants! The air plant section at our Ewing greenhouse Air plants are fascinating in their appearance and behavior. They thrive in humid environments, and rather than rooting into soil, they cling onto a host, like tree bark or a rocky face. In the botanical world, they are known as Tillandsia, which is a genus in the Bromeliacea family. Whether a Green Thumb or Brown Thumb, Air Plants a
Feb 7, 20254 min read
Take to the Skies with Vertical Gardening!
Try letting your drooping and dangling houseplants climb--you may be amazed with the results! Philodendron 'Lemon Lime' You know those climbing houseplants in hanging baskets, with their stems dangling downwards? They certainly look pretty grown that way… but did you know they don’t “like it” too much? In fact,many will start to produce smaller and smaller leaves the longer they dangle. Many climbing plants will fight tooth and nail (leaf and stem) against dangling. These pla
Feb 7, 20254 min read
It's an Endless Flower Show Here!!
Want to see the largest collection of indoor plants in the area? Then you should make a visit to our Ewing or Lawrenceville greenhouses any day between 9am-5pm. We are open all winter! Begonias are back!! Begonias are an extremely popular indoor and outdoor plant. Begonias of all shapes and sizes typically make great indoor and outdoor plants. Some, however, are more suited for the indoor lifestyle. They like bright, indirect light and water when the top layer of soil is dry
Jan 23, 20253 min read
Get Out of the Cold and into Our Indoor & Tropical Greenhouses!
Thank you to all of you who have continued to support Bountiful Gardens! We have a lot of new plant varieties coming in this year to keep you intrigued and excited about gardening. Today we wanted to invite all of our customers to come over throughout the winter to our Bountiful Ewing & Lawrenceville Indoor and Tropical Greenhouses. Feeling the winter blues? A trip to the greenhouse can help immensely with seasonal depression! Burgundy Anthurium is a snazzy favorite! We will
Jan 23, 20253 min read
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