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So you think you want a butterfly bush…
It all sounds great… pretty flowers, nice colors, relatively easy to grow, and attracts butterflies – winner winner! But wait. Before you go and plant that butterfly bush in the ground, let’s have a conversation. Butterfly bush (Buddleia sp.) is native to China. While it’s a reasonable nectar source for butterflies, it is also an…
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Native Shrubs you NEED in your Yard
Planting season is just around the corner, and it’s the perfect time to spotlight some of the native shrubs we grow here at the garden center! These versatile shrubs can be used in foundation plantings, as specimen shrubs, or to create a beautiful shrub border. Native shrubs are powerhouses for pollinators, and most are…
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Why NATIVE Plants Deserve All the Buzz!
Why NATIVE Plants Deserve All the Buzz! There’s a lot of buzz around native plants — and rightfully so! Native plants are everything you want in a plant and then some. They’re not just beautiful; they’re essential. From feeding caterpillars and pollinators to supporting song-birds and small mammals, native plants are true workhorses — and…
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Container Gardening 101 : Tips for Success 🪴
Container gardening is one of the most fun and flexible ways to grow plants—whether you’re working with a small patio, a sunny porch, or just want to add some beauty to your outdoor space. But success with containers starts with a few key basics. Here’s what you need to know to set yourself (and your…
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Spring Planting in Illinois : Trees, Shrubs, & Perennials
Spring is the perfect time to get trees, shrubs, and perennials in the ground here in West Central Illinois—especially before trees start to leaf out. Once leaves emerge, trees begin to lose water through transpiration, which adds stress during transplanting. Getting them planted early gives their roots time to establish before summer heat sets in.…
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Why Biodiversity Matters in Your Garden
Biodiversity plays a crucial role in maintaining healthy ecosystems by supporting pollinators, improving soil health, and creating a more sustainable environment. At Boehm’s Garden Center, we believe that every garden can contribute to a thriving ecosystem by incorporating native and well-adapted plants that provide food and shelter for local wildlife. Benefits of a Biodiverse Garden…
