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A Love Letter to Autumn Gardening

When the weather cools, and the leaves start to turn, many gardeners pack up their tools, thinking the growing season has ended. But wait! Fall might just be the secret...

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Hibiscus aculeatus: A Deep Dive into Its Ethnobotanical History

Hibiscus aculeatus, commonly known as the Pineland Hibiscus or Comfortroot, is a plant with a rich ethnobotanical history that stretches across centuries, particularly within the southeastern United States. This species...

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The Tale of Callicarpa americana: Beauty, Berries, and Botanical Magic

Stroll through a Southern garden in the fall, and you might spot the bright purple clusters of Callicarpa americana, or American Beautyberry. It’s hard to miss and even harder to...

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Understanding Native Plants: A Guide to What Makes a Plant Truly Native

At Woodlanders, we are passionate about plants that tell a story—plants that have deep roots in the local landscapes, that have evolved over thousands of years, and that play vital...

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What to Expect: Ordering with Woodlanders

Woodlanders has been shipping mail-order plants since 1979, and we've got a somewhat unique way of preparing and shipping our plants to their new home. If you have any doubts about...

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