The Complete Guide to New Orleans’ Favorite Tree: The Crepe Myrtle
You can’t go anywhere in New Orleans without seeing one of the city’s favorite trees, the crepe myrtle. There is no secret as to why it is our favorite. The crepe myrtle yields beautiful long-lasting summer flowers, tolerates the Louisiana heat, and has a sculptural trunk with beautiful bark. Another reason why it is so […]
Plant a Monochromatic Garden
At first thought, planting a monochromatic garden sounds boring. But really, it can be one of the most bold and striking garden designs that you can make. A large dose of one color really catches the eye, and if you use light colored plants such as white or yellow plants, can really stand out at […]
Top 4 Floral Wedding Trends in 2019
New Orleans is one of the top wedding destinations for couples. At TPG, we are lucky enough to be a part of many wonderful couples’ dream day. Whether you are planning a wedding or just browsing to see some major floral inspiration, we have compiled a quick list of some of the top floral trends […]
TPG’s Ultimate Guide to Growing Tomatoes
Maybe you sit around and dream about tomatoes all day. Maybe you don’t and maybe you sacrilegiously buy them from Walmart in December AND store them in your refrigerator (!). Doesn’t matter because it is summer now and that means it is tomato season in New Orleans. Here in south Louisiana that is just code […]
Planting for Pollinators!
This post was inspired by our recent Earth Day presentation at Dillard University on pollinators and their role in our environment. It is very important to take care of our pollinators. Did you know that according to the Xerces society, the Western United States population of Monarch butterflies has experienced a 99.4% decline since the […]
Spring Herbs (and how we are excited to use them!)
Spring has sprung in New Orleans! Not only is it the best time to plant flowers and shrubs and trees, but also herbs. In fact, now is the time to plant and use herbs in spring recipes before some of our favorite herbs expire with the hot weather. Advantages of growing your own herbs? Besides […]
Our Guide to Pots
Pots are a versatile and essential element for any garden or landscape. Whether you’re looking for a classic terracotta pot, a modern fiberglass planter, or a statement-making cast-iron urn, the right pot can elevate your plants and complement your outdoor or indoor space. With so many materials, sizes, and shapes to choose from, finding the […]
Creating a Parade Ready Porch!
Photo: Marie-Dominique Verdier Photography. So this is a little late, Mardi Gras has already passed. The beads are hanging from the trees on St. Charles like ghosts of a party past and it is almost as if it never even happened at this point. But better late than never, we wanted to share a fun […]
Use Edible Flowers this Spring!
Use Edible Flowers This Spring! Using flowers is an amazing, natural way to decorate and use up the last of those winter annuals! Here we give you some of our favorite ideas on how to use edible flowers. Read below to see a list of some great edible flowers. Here is a list of some […]