What to Expect When Working with a Landscape Designer

Would you build a house without a blueprint The design process is a crucial step in creating a nice landscape, a step too many people overlook.

Creating a Landscape Design: Tips for the DIYer

Do you have a corner that needs reworking, or a flower bed that needs tweaking. Or are you looking to re-do your backyard, or increase your home’s curb appeal.

Great Gardens and Landscapes Start with a Plan

All well-designed landscapes start with a plan. Landscape design is fairly easy, but it takes attention to detail and knowledge to yield the best results

Valentine’s Day Gifts

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. If time is getting away from you, and you need an idea for your sweetheart, we have you covered. Here are some quick […]

DIY Landscape Services

Thinking about tackling a Do-It-Yourself landscape project this year? We have several options to help you create the perfect yard and garden this year.

Power of Flowers

Filling your home with the color and aroma of flowers can do more than just brighten it up. Flowers and plants have been proven to improve your overall well-being. They […]

Create a Tropical Paradise

Winter can be dreary; brighten it by creating a tropical paradise in your home. House plants can add color to your home while creating a relaxing and peaceful environment. They […]

Seven Award-winning Landscape Projects

English Gardens Landscape Company received seven awards from the Michigan Green Industry Association in 2018. Our designers received two Gold Awards and five Silver Awards in residential landscape reconstruction. Here’s […]

Grow Herbs Indoors

Enjoy the flavor of herbs all year long by growing your own herb garden indoors. Most homes have a good spot for growing a delicious herb garden.

English Gardens Acquires Plymouth Nursery

English Gardens has acquired Plymouth Nursery, 9900 Ann Arbor Rd W, Plymouth, Michigan. Our new location opened for business on March 1, 2019.

Hometown Proud: Michigan-themed gift ideas

Celebrate the Great Lakes State with our selection of Michigan-themed gifts. From ornaments to handbags, scarves to sweet treats, we have something that anyone would love to give or receive […]

Employee Spotlight: Greg Gallerini

Employee Spotlight: Greg Gallerini. He has worked with English Gardens for 11 years, and has been a Field Superintendent for the past six years. Learn more.

Our Calendar Now Available

English Gardens 2019 Wall Calendar is now available! Each month features a beautiful plant or fresh flowers we will be featuring in our stores.

10 Things to do with a Pumpkin

Pumpkins, pumpkins everywhere! Pumpkins are such a staple of fall, and now that you have acquired a few to decorate your home, you might be wondering what else to do […]

The Teal Pumpkin Project

Trick-or-treating can be a scary time for children with food allergies. Even when they are careful, cross-contamination from forbidden foods is a risk. The Teal Pumpkin Project is hoping to […]

Preventing Fall Gardening Mistakes

As we get ready for winter, there are some things your garden needs to prepare it for winter’s cold temperatures. Here are 7 tips to perfect fall gardening.

Herbal First Aid Kit

Did you know you can grow your very own first aid kit? Herbal remedies have been around for centuries and still work today. Learn more!

Winterizing Garden Decor

As winter approaches, it is time to make sure your garden decor is prepared for winter. Fountains: It is best to store fountains in a garage or shed, if possible. […]

Employee Spotlight: James Wilson

James started with English Gardens Landscape Company in September of 2016 after graduating from Bowling Green State University with a degree in Architecture.  Since then, James has worked with crews […]

Meg’s Favorite Fall House Plants that Clean the Air

Meg’s Favorite Fall House Plants that Clean the Air House plants have a number of benefits. They help promote healthier living, and are great at cleaning the air in our […]

English Gardens October “Round Up Your Purchase” program to Benefit Forgotten Harvest

English Gardens stores in Metro Detroit are raising funds for Forgotten Harvest in October with its “Round up your Purchase” program.

Why Fall is a Great Time to Plant

Did you know Fall is a great time to plant? With cooler air and soil that’s still warm from the summer heat, plants thrive in autumn conditions.

Just In: 2018 Halloween Decor

English Gardens shares this year’s Halloween Decor trends to add frightfulness to your home.

Just In: Autumn Additions

Fall is a great time to freshen up your garden by planting perennials. English Gardens has a new collection of Autumn Additions perfect for your garden.

Freshen Up Planters for Fall

With a few simple changes, you can make your summer planters pop for fall. English Gardens can show you how with this blog post.

Recipes: Celebrate Acorn Squash Day September 7

To celebrate National Acorn Squash Day, English Gardens found some simple recipes for you to enjoy with your families. See post to see full recipes.

Employee Spotlight: Arnulfo Diaz-Lopez

English Gardens showcases Landscaping department employees who have completed spectacular projects in local areas. Read more about Arnulfo.

Plant Spotlight: Specimen Plants

Specimen plants are a fantastic way to accent a landscape. If you are looking for color or an evergreen for year round foliage, specimen plants are great options.

The Powerful Benefits of Flowers

Flowers can trigger happy emotions, heighten positive thoughts, and overall positively impact your daily life. A recent Rutgers University study found that flowers are a great natural and healthful way […]

Plant Spotlight: Vines

The right vine can turn a garden into something special. Besides providing a little romance and ambiance, vines trained to climb arbors, trellises or walls provide a vertical design element.

Employee Spotlight: Valerie Tarquini

Valerie Tarquini was just awarded a first place award in the 12th Annual Design Awards – Garden/Produce category — from Detroit Home magazine.  That project is featured in our project

Tools to Make Summer Gardening Easier

Gardens need water, particularly during the heat of summer. These tools are great to help water your garden if you’re away from home, but they’re also time savers for every day.

Our 2018 Hydrangea Collection

Hydrangeas are the most popular summer-flowering shrub. Their big beautiful flowers blooms in a range of colors: White, pink, red, blue and purple. There are five species widely cultivated in […]

The Benefits of Mulch

A fresh layer of mulch on garden and landscape beds makes the entire yard look neat and tidy. Along with adding texture and appeal, mulch has many benefits.  Benefits Retains […]

Plant Spotlight: Itea and Groundcovers

Itea is a great shrub with multiple seasons of interest, and lots of versatility in the garden.  Itea Fragrant white flowers hang from its branches in early summer to attract […]

Employee Spotlight: Jeff Pack

Employee Spotlight: Jeff Pack

Plant Spotlight: Itea and Fothergilla

Itea is a great shrub with multiple seasons of interest, and lots of versatility in the garden.  Itea Fragrant white flowers hang from its branches in early summer to attract […]

Burn Calories in the Garden

Along with the gratification of watching your garden grow, working in the garden can benefit your figure and burn calories.

HARDSCAPE SPOTLIGHT: Patios

HARDSCAPE SPOTLIGHT: Patios

Proper Watering is the Key to Garden Success

English Gardens offers the key to successful gardening with advice on proper ways to water your plants.

New Varieties of Plants from Chef Jeff

English Gardens is sharing new varieties of fruits, vegetables, and herbs from Chef Jeff. Learn about these new varieties by reading our post today.

Employee Spotlight: Carolyn Berwick

English Gardens Landscape Designer Carolyn Berwick has worked at English Gardens for five years. She started as a summer intern and worked in various positions, including administrative assistant before she […]

It’s Time to Plant

Spring is for planting. English Gardens stores are filled with beautiful plants and flowers, so where do you start? The best gardens feature a variety of plants that serve different […]

PLANT SPOTLIGHT: Knock Out ® Roses

PLANT SPOTLIGHT: Knock Out ® Roses

Container Gardening Made Easy

Decorate your porch and patio with containers for a splash of color! Here are some tips for easy container gardening.

Product Spotlight: Annual Color Displays

Spring is the perfect time to enhance the curb appeal of your home or business with beautiful colorful flowers. Annuals flower all season long, providing beautiful displays of color from […]

Employee Spotlight: Steve Hartley

Steve Hartley joined English Gardens just over three years ago and works as a crew leader and mechanic. In his mechanic role, he’s responsible for maintaining the company’s fleet of vehicles

PLANT SPOTLIGHT: Lilacs

PLANT SPOTLIGHT: Lilacs

Create an Outdoor Work Space

With more than 40% of Americans working remotely, there is an increasing trend to create outdoor lounge spaces that double as work spaces. Create an outdoor office with a comfortable space […]

Mother’s Day Gift Ideas

This year, give mom what she really wants — a gift from English Gardens.