Articles by Laura Root

Laura, Senior Product Manager for Wayside Gardens, Jackson & Perkins, and Park Seed, holds a degree in Environmental Horticulture from Virginia Tech. She blends her deep understanding of plant science and sustainable gardening with her professional expertise to lead the selection and development of high-quality plants and garden accessories.

Committed to enhancing the customer's gardening experience, Laura selects products that enhance outdoor beauty and sustainability while encouraging gardening success. She actively shares valuable gardening tips, innovative techniques, and eco-friendly solutions, aiming to empower gardeners of all levels.

With her educational and practical background in horticulture, Laura provides reliable, scientifically informed advice to help gardeners achieve flourishing gardens and discover the joy of gardening.
The Different Types of Carnations (Dianthus)

The Different Types of Carnations (Dianthus)

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No matter what you call them, plant these carefree, colorful flowers in your garden. Learn about the different types of dianthus.

Shrubs for Shady Areas in Your Yard and Garden

Shrubs for Shady Areas in Your Yard and Garden

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Shade shrubs can flourish in low light and produce colorful flowers season after season. Shop Wayside Gardens.

Sun-Loving Shrubs for Hot and Dry Gardens

Sun-Loving Shrubs for Hot and Dry Gardens

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Shrubs you can plant in the hottest and driest areas of the garden with great success to add beauty, curb appeal, and color to your landscape.

Top Must-Have Garden Plants for Spring

Top Must-Have Garden Plants for Spring

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Favorite spring perennial garden plants as chosen by our customers. Easy-to-grow, long lasting blooms highlight these excellent flowering landscape selections.

Flowering Succulents for a Low Maintenance Garden

Flowering Succulents for a Low Maintenance Garden

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Grow a colorful garden using succulents in shades of green, yellow, red, and flowering varieties for your beautiful low-maintenance garden. 

How to Plant Your Moon Garden

How to Plant Your Moon Garden

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Ready to  plant a moon garden in your backyard? Pick plants with high color contrast, ones that reflect the moon's glow, and have fragrant flowers.

6 Long-Blooming Perennial Flowers

6 Long-Blooming Perennial Flowers

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Have a garden full of richly colored flowers all summer long with these 6 perennial plants you should add to your landscape this spring.

All About Hellebores

All About Hellebores

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No need to wait for spring with these hellebore flowers. Also known as Lenten Rose, they add color and beauty to your early garden.

Compacted Soil Can Hinder Plant Growth

Compacted Soil Can Hinder Plant Growth

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Compacted soil makes it tough for roots to grow. How to prevent and treat compacted soil for better gardening success.

Narcissus, Daffodils, and Jonquils: What are The Differences?

Narcissus, Daffodils, and Jonquils: What are The Differences?

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The leaves and number blooms per stem are the most reliable clues to know whether you're growing daffodils or jonquils in your spring garden.

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