Fall Vegetable Gardening in North Carolina

Fall Vegetable Gardening in North Carolina Summer may be winding down, but that doesn’t mean vegetable gardening is finished for the year. One of the great things about gardening in North Carolina is the opportunity to transition from summer vegetables into another season of growing. Instead of tomatoes, peppers and cucumbers taking center stage, fall

How to Refresh Your Porch and Containers for Fall

How to Refresh Your Porch and Containers for Fall There’s something about September that makes us ready for pumpkins, mums and everything fall—even when Fayetteville temperatures haven’t gotten the memo yet. The good news is that you don’t have to completely redo your porch to make it feel fresh for the new season. Updating a

Why Fall Is One of the Best Times to Plant Trees and Shrubs

Why Fall Is a Great Time to Plant Trees and Shrubs When most people think about planting trees and shrubs, they immediately think of spring. But here in North Carolina, fall is actually one of our favorite times to make permanent additions to the landscape. The combination of cooler air temperatures and soil that is

What to Plant in September in Fayetteville, NC

What to Plant in September in Fayetteville, NC September may still feel like summer in Fayetteville, but change is happening in the garden. Days are getting shorter, cooler temperatures are ahead, and it’s time to start thinking about what comes next. The good news? Gardening season is far from over. September is a great month

May Garden Tips for Fayetteville, NC: Gardening Through Drought Conditions

  May Garden Tips for Fayetteville, NC: Gardening Through Drought Conditions May is usually one of the busiest and most beautiful months in the garden here in Fayetteville, but this year has brought an extra challenge: drought conditions across much of North Carolina. Cumberland County and surrounding areas have seen significantly below-normal rainfall, and many

Sculpted Beauty: Add Structure & Style to Your Landscape with Topiaries

Sculpted Beauty: Add Structure & Style to Your Landscape with Topiaries Topiaries are having a moment — and honestly, they never really went out of style. At Green Side Up, we love plants that bring instant character to a space, and nothing does that quite like a beautifully shaped topiary. Whether you’re creating a grand

Late Winter & Early Spring Blooming Plants for Fayetteville, NC

Late Winter & Early Spring Blooming Plants for Fayetteville, NC Late winter can feel like the longest stretch of the gardening year in Fayetteville. Trees are bare, lawns are quiet, and spring still feels just out of reach. But some plants don’t wait for warm weather to make an appearance. Late winter and early spring

February Gardening Tips for Fayetteville, NC

February Gardening Tips for Fayetteville, NC February in Fayetteville, North Carolina is a transition month for gardeners. While winter is still hanging on, the longer days and slightly warmer temperatures signal that spring is getting closer. This is the time to prepare, plan, and take care of small tasks that will make a big difference

November Gardening Tips for Fayetteville, NC

November Gardening Tips for Fayetteville, NC November in Fayetteville means cool, crisp mornings, cozy evenings, and—believe it or not—plenty to do in the garden! While the pace slows a bit this time of year, your yard and landscape still need some love before winter sets in. Here’s how to keep your garden healthy and beautiful

Fall into Color: Bringing Autumn to Your Garden with Green Side Up

Fall into Color: Bringing Autumn to Your Garden with Green Side Up There’s something magical about fall in Fayetteville. The summer heat finally breaks, the air turns crisp, and the trees around the Sandhills start showing off those vibrant reds, oranges, and yellows. For gardeners, it’s not just a season of slowing down — it’s