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Water Plants
Plants that Swim Okay, so plants don’t really swim, but you can have a water garden! Ponds, pools, large bowls – take your gardening to the next level by planting in (and around) water. One of the...
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How to Protect Your Plants From the Summer Heat
In the sweltering heat of the southeastern states, it’s hard to keep cool. While some outdoor plants are heat-tolerant, most can’t stand extended periods of extreme heat. We can’t control the weather,...
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Transitional Perennials
Perennial Plants to Transition from Summer to Fall Perhaps you’re hearing things like, “Gardening season is coming to a close.” “Summer’s almost over. There goes my garden!” Guess what? There’s plenty...
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5 Perennials to Plant in the Fall for Spring Color
Autumn can be an excellent time to plant perennials in the garden. Planting in the fall can give perennials plants a head start for root development, allowing them to explode with color in the spring....
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5 Shrubs to Plant in the Fall for Spring Color
Fall is a great time to plant shrubs in North Carolina, as it offers several advantages for successful plant establishment and growth. Newly planted trees and shrubs will put energy into promoting...
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Pansy Planting Tips
Early Fall is an excellent time to plant pansies and violas in central North Carolina. Proper planting can result in beautiful and vibrant displays of color throughout the cooler months. Here are a...
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Poinsettia Care Tips
Quick and Easy Tips for Caring for Your Poinsettia Placement: Place your poinsettia in a location with bright, indirect light. Avoid direct sunlight and cold drafts, as both can cause leaf drop....
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How to Tell if Your Plant Is Sick or Dying
What are those brown spots on those leaves? Should I cut off sickly-looking leaves? What does my plant need? Can my plant recover? These are all questions that you may be asking yourself right now....
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We’ve Got an App for That
The FREE Fairview Garden Center app puts plants in the palm of your hand. No ads, no hassle, just knowledge and rewards at your fingertips. A Smarter Rewards Program Use the app like a punch card....
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Fairview Grown
Our Process for Growing a Successful Greenhouse Crop Our greenhouse is more than just a place where plants grow; it’s a living, breathing testament to the dedication and passion of Jo Ann Dewar and our...
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Hanging Basket Tips
There is nothing more beautiful than to walk down your street and see all the colorful hanging gardens on your neighbors porches. Hanging container gardens are available in a wide range of shapes,...
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The History of Fairview Garden Center
Founded and led by Jo Ann Dewar, the garden center has been a cherished part of the community since 1974. Now, at 93 years young, Jo Ann is still in the greenhouse every day, nurturing plants and...
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50 Years of Floral Finesse: Jo Ann’s Top 10 Annual Plants
With an unwavering eye for quality, Jo Ann meticulously evaluates each plant in her garden, observing their growth patterns, resilience to local conditions, and overall vigor. Only the most exceptional...
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Sip on Summer: Herbal Cocktails with Homegrown Botanicals
With the heat of summer ramping up, it’s time to turn to our favorite way of cooling down! From our garden to your glass, these cocktail recipes are crafted using homegrown herbs, botanicals, and...
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Cool Season Grass (Fescue, Bluegrass, Ryegrass) General Care Information: Cool season turf likes to be kept cut on the higher side. We recommend no lower than 3” The only time you will want to cut it...
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5 Full-Sun Plants to Attract Pollinators to Your Garden
North Carolina’s four seasons provide gardeners and plant enthusiasts with ample opportunities to create a great garden that thrives year-round. If you’re looking to start or enhance a pollinator...
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Celebrating 50 Years of Fairview Flowers & Family
Join Us for Fairview Garden Center’s 50th Anniversary Celebration! We’re thrilled to invite you to a special day celebrating 50 years of family, flowers, and community at Fairview Garden Center!...
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Custom Plant Installation
Custom Plant Installation Services: Pricing, Delivery and More Make your garden a beautiful extension of your home with Fairview Garden’s custom plant installation services. Our local experts take the...
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Hellebores: Tough, Evergreen, Winter-Blooming Perennial
As winter inches ever-closer, the perennial department turns its attention to the hero of the winter shade garden: the hellebore. Helleborus, also known as Lenten Rose or Christmas Rose, due to the...
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