Meadowbrook Design Blog
10 Butterfly Garden Ideas That Bring More Wings
Creating a butterfly garden in California is a delightful way to attract these beautiful pollinators while enhancing the beauty of your outdoor space. With the right plants and design strategies, you can create a haven for butterflies, providing them with nectar...
30 Essential Pollinator Plants
Celebrate National Pollinator Week (June 17-23) by enhancing your garden with the right plants and practical gardening tips. Plus, discover weekend projects to create a pollinator haven and meet the beneficial insects that keep your garden healthy. Are you ready to...
Transform Your Home with a Desert Front Yard Landscape Design: Tips, Ideas, and Inspiration
Choosing a desert front yard landscape design offers a unique and stunning approach to enhancing your home's curb appeal, while embracing the natural beauty and resilience of arid environments. This landscaping style is not only visually striking but also...
Celebrate Perennial Garden Month: Top Perennials for Every Garden
June is here, and that means it's time to celebrate Perennial Garden Month! Unlike annuals that give us just one season of color, perennials come back year after year, making them a garden favorite. Check out the popular perennials we've highlighted below and get...
12 Mosquito-Repelling Plants
Even though the official first day of summer isn't for another few weeks, the kickoff to outdoor entertaining begins this weekend! Make sure you and your garden are ready with plants to help keep the bugs away, gorgeous paths to wander down, colorful flowers, tasty...
Welcome Wildlife to Your Garden
This week we're all about gardens that not only look great but also welcome wildlife right into your backyard. You’ll find everything from designing a peaceful woodland garden to the best ways to attract birds, bees, and butterflies. We’re also spotlighting ornamental...
Drought Tolerant Plants for California Gardeners Who Love Color
In the vibrant world of drought tolerant plants for California gardeners, conserving water doesn't mean sacrificing the beauty of your garden. In California's often arid climate, selecting plants that thrive with minimal water is crucial. However, many gardeners are...
34 Yellow Flowers to Light Up Your Garden
Spring is moving quickly, and we're headed straight for summer! If your garden still needs some sunshine, we've got 34 flowering plants that are sure to make you happy, and even more plants that will stand up to summer heat. Plus, you'll find expert advice on using...
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Top 10 Perennials for Pollinators [+ Earth Day Announcement]
Earth Day is next Monday, April 22nd. From feeding busy pollinators to creating wildlife-friendly habitats, and even growing plants indoors, gardeners play a crucial role in supporting and enhancing our planet every day. If you're looking for ways to...
Low Maintenance Pool Landscape Design That Looks High Maintenance
Creating an inviting and aesthetic landscape around a backyard pool not only enhances the beauty and enjoyment of your outdoor space, but also adds to the overall value of your property in the long term. However, you need to create a sustainable situation that also...