Articles by Stephan Winterfeldt

Stephan Winterfeldt graduated from the University of Maryland’s Institute of Applied Agriculture. The specialized program provides technical, communication, and management skills to lead successful agricultural enterprises.

As part of his formal education, Steve participated in Harvard University’s summer program at the Arnold Arboretum for more professor-guided, hands-on expertise. Prior to joining the team at J&P Park Acquisitions (JPPA, the parent company of Park Seed, Jackson & Perkins, and Wayside Gardens), Steve lead plant growing and finishing programs at major nurseries.

For nearly 20 years at JPPA, Steve has provided customers and gardeners with expert plant care advice, horticultural best practices, and professional growing instructions. This experience and his educational credentials make him ideally suited for creating expert articles and insightful blogs that help gardeners find success and joy in their gardens.
Garden Guide: Taxodium to Tsuga

Garden Guide: Taxodium to Tsuga

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Explore our complete plant care companion. This page features plants that begin with 'T'. Find invaluable tips to nurture your favorite plants.

Garden Guide: Vaccinium to Zantedeschia

Garden Guide: Vaccinium to Zantedeschia

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Secrets to successful plant care with V to Z plants. Learn how to nurture and maintain a variety of plants for a vibrant and healthy garden.

Winter Care Tips for Your Garden

Winter Care Tips for Your Garden

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Prepare your garden for winter with these expert tips from Wayside Gardens. Learn about overwintering, pruning, and how to protect from snow and ice.

Hydrangea Planting and General Care Guide

Hydrangea Planting and General Care Guide

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Learn how to properly plant, prune, and care for hydrangeas. Our experts have you covered for all your hydrangea care needs.

How to Adjust Hydrangea Colors

How to Adjust Hydrangea Colors

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Pink and blue hydrangeas get their color from minerals in the soil. Carefully change blooms from pink to blue or vice versa using these tips.

How to Divide Daylilies

How to Divide Daylilies

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Learn how to divide your daylilies. Every few years you can expand your lily garden and share them with friends and neighbors.

How to Grow Fruit

How to Grow Fruit

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Enjoy the sweet rewards of growing fruit.

How to Plant and Care for Japanese Maple

How to Plant and Care for Japanese Maple

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Japanese Maple brief overview of the ideal conditions for growing Japanese Maples, including detailed recommendations and seasonal care tips.

How to Divide Iris

How to Divide Iris

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Dividing irises is easy to do. You can expand your garden or give some to friends and neighbors too.

All About Rhododendron and Azalea

All About Rhododendron and Azalea

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The differences between azaleas and rhododendrons are slight. Here are a couple ways to tell them apart.

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