Learn how to plant privacy hedge rows that fill in well, stay healthy, and suit Long Island yards with the right spacing, soil, and care.

There are very few plants that you, the gardener, can actually choose the color you want them to be in your garden. Hydrangeas happen to be one of them. With some simple amendments to your soil, you can choose between making the blooms blue or pink. And while it doesn’t happen overnight, the magical blooms … Read more

Rich Hanna is the president of Westminster Nursery and Garden Center in West Hempstead. Dawn Torre is a gynecologist in town and she met Hanna at Westminster while shopping for flowers one day. Originally Hanna and Torre studied everything at Old Westbury Gardens, which is an inspiration to all gardeners. In addition they used a … Read more

How can I make my flowers last longer? Certain varieties of cut flowers last longer than others. Carnations, for example, can remain vibrant for long periods. Roses have a shorter vase life, but are prized for their special and delicate beauty. When buying flowers, be sure to ask your florist how long you should expect … Read more