Tips & Tricks / 2024 Archive

Wednesdays with Wayne: Winter Porch Pot Challenge

In this week’s Wednesdays with Wayne, Wayne challenges the greenhouse team to craft stunning winter porch pots, but with a twist—a friendly competition! Workshop attendees from Saturday join in on the fun by voting for the best design. Tune in to see

Wednesday with Wayne: Fall & Winter Charm in a Landscape Revisited

Join Wayne as he revisits a stunning landscape project designed and installed with TBR Inc. two years ago. In this week’s episode, Wayne highlights the fall and winter elements that continue to shine in this outdoor space. Get inspired with creative tip

Wednesdays with Wayne: Poinsettia Preview

This week on Wednesdays with Wayne, join Wayne as he visits our expert poinsettia grower, Joel, for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at how these holiday beauties are grown. Get expert tips for caring for your own poinsettias at home, and sneak a peek

Wednesdays with Wayne: Guide to Fall Plant Care

Join Wayne this Wednesday as he shares essential fall maintenance tips right from his stunning landscape! Discover how to care for your annuals and tropical plants as they prepare for winter, all while soaking in the beautiful autumn scenery. Don’t miss

Wednesdays with Wayne: Fall Planting Guide

This Wednesday, Wayne invites you behind the scenes in the contractor holding yard to unveil the best plant combinations for fall planting. He’ll share which plants can still go in the ground and provide valuable tips for a successful fall garden. Plus,

Wednesdays with Wayne: Remembering Heroes at the Korean Veterans Memorial

This week on Wednesdays with Wayne, we take an in-depth look at the Korean Veterans Memorial, highlighting its importance in honoring those who served. Wayne is joined by Jessica Niemeyer, who coordinated the recent installation of a beautiful new garden

Wednesdays with Wayne: Autumn Aesthetics

Wayne inspires you to embrace the beauty of fall! Discover creative ideas for adding warm colors and seasonal decor to your home, extending the magic of autumn. Wayne will share highlights from our recent Fall Planter Workshop, showcasing vibrant arrangem

Wednesdays with Wayne- Fall Plants You NEED

Dive into Fall with Wayne’s top perennial combos! 🍂✨ Get inspired by the vibrant ideas from his latest Walkabout with Wayne event.

Wednesdays with Wayne- North Carolina Garden Tour

Join Wayne as he explores a stunning North Carolina residence during the Perennial Plant Association's annual symposium! Discover the design secrets and planning details behind this incredible property. Dive into the artistry of garden design with us!

Wednesdays with Wayne- Wayne's Garden Gems

Wayne shares insights on several standout varieties, explaining how they’re performing beautifully in his landscape. Watch as he demonstrates how he thoughtfully incorporates these plants into his garden design, offering tips and inspiration for your ow

Wednesdays with Wayne- Cicada Aftermath & Perennial Refresh

Wayne has a look at the Cicada aftermath in his landscape. See what type of damage was left behind. This is also a great time to trim and deadhead perennials to keep the garden looking tidy all season.

Wednesdays with Wayne- Explore Cantigny Park

Get inspired by the beautiful gardens at Cantigny Park in Wheaton, Illinois. Wayne points out some effective plant combinations & design styles.

Wednesdays with Wayne-Brand New Must Have Perennials

Get a behind the scenes look of the perennial trial garden at Walter's Gardens. Wayne points out his favorite must haves for the garden.

Wednesdays with Wayne- Reliable Landscape Design for Shade

Visit a landscape that Wayne designed over 20 years ago! See how the plants have matured together, creating a gorgeous, lush look in this shaded area. Special thanks to the homeowners for sharing their garden with us. They have a done a spectacular jo

Wednesdays with Wayne- Summer Landscape Prep

Wayne has several maintenance tips to get your landscape set for summer. Get an update on the cicada emergence. Wayne gives a close up look at the adults on his beech tree.

Wednesdays with Wayne- Landscaping with Specimens

Wayne visits with Dean Ricci of RLM for a tour of his home landscape. Check out the many specimen trees and conifers used to make this landscape a truly unique space.

Wednesdays with Wayne-Annual Season Preview

If you're excited to fill your landscape with annual color, you won't want to miss Wayne's annual season preview. Catch a peek at one of the growing facilities where our annual flowers are grown.

Wednesdays with Wayne- Exploring Cataract Falls

Join Wayne on a special trip to Cataract Falls in Spencer, Indiana. Get inspired for the season with the spring ephemeral flowers and scenic waterfalls.

Wednesdays with Wayne- Mulching Tips

Wayne shares tips for mulching and why it's so important as his own yard gets fresh mulch for the season.

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Wednesdays with Wayne- All About Orchids

Wayne spends some time with the Orchid Society at the Chicago Botanic Garden. Get some tips and tricks on successfully growing orchids at home.

Wednesdays with Wayne- Spring Maintenance Head Start

Wayne shares a few gardening maintenance tasks that be completed right now. Get a head start on clean up so you can enjoy the garden in the summer months.

Wednesdays with Wayne- Landscape Must Haves 2024

Wayne is visiting the iLandscape trade show and pointing out all of the must have plants and products you need for the upcoming season.

Wednesdays with Wayne- Shark Valley, Everglades

Join Wayne for a tour at Shark Valley Park located inside the Everglades National Park. Learn about some of the wildlife and native flora in this one of a kind ecosystem.

Wednesdays with Wayne- Walters Gardens Winter Inspo

Get inspired for spring with a walk through of the Walter's Gardens shade garden from Wayne's trip last year. Learn about companion plants for the shade along with all the great color and texture these combos bring to the landscape.