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

How to Protect Newly Planted Trees During the Summer Heat in Fayetteville, NC

How to Protect Newly Planted Trees During the Summer Heat in Fayetteville, NC Planting a new tree is one of the best investments you can make in your landscape. Trees provide shade, improve curb appeal, increase property value, and create lasting beauty for years to come. However, North Carolina’s hot and humid summers can be

Why July Is the Perfect Time to Refresh Your Landscape Before Fall

Why July Is the Perfect Time to Refresh Your Landscape Before Fall By the time July rolls around, many homeowners in Fayetteville, NC start to notice their landscape isn’t looking quite as vibrant as it did in the spring. Flowers may have faded, mulch has begun to lose its rich color, shrubs have filled out,

The Best Heat-Tolerant Flowers That Thrive in Fayetteville, NC Summers

The Best Heat-Tolerant Flowers That Thrive in Fayetteville, NC Summers When July arrives in Fayetteville, NC, so do long days, soaring temperatures, and plenty of humidity. While some flowers begin to fade under the summer sun, others absolutely thrive in North Carolina’s hot climate. Choosing the right plants can keep your landscape colorful from early

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

March Gardening Tips for the Sandhills of North Carolina

March Gardening Tips for the Sandhills of North Carolina March is go-time in the Sandhills! After those chilly mornings and unpredictable February swings, your yard is finally waking up. In our part of North Carolina, this month is all about prep, planting, pruning, and protecting. If you set things up right now, your spring (and

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

Product Spotlight: New Pottery Has Arrived at Green Side Up!

Product Spotlight: New Pottery Has Arrived at Green Side Up! There’s something about beautiful pottery that instantly changes a space. A simple plant becomes a statement. A porch feels finished. A patio suddenly feels inviting. We’re excited to share that a fresh shipment of pottery has arrived at Green Side Up, and this collection brings

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