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🍂 Your summer containers aren’t done yet.If a few plants are stretched, tired or leaving awkward gaps, you don’t have to...
09/06/2026

🍂 Your summer containers aren’t done yet.

If a few plants are stretched, tired or leaving awkward gaps, you don’t have to dump the whole pot and start over. A few smart swaps can carry your containers right into fall.

Keep what’s still working, trim back what needs it, then add cool-season favorites like mums, pansies, ornamental kale, cabbage, grasses or heuchera for fresh color and texture.

Michelle also shares three fall container recipes you can use as inspiration—plus tips for refreshing the soil, watering through cooler weather and letting your containers transition naturally instead of forcing fall all at once.

Read the full guide here:
https://www.thelandscapeconnection.net/from-summer-to-fall-give-your-containers-a-seasonal-refresh

Need help figuring out what to keep and what to replace? Bring us a photo or your pot measurements, and we’ll help you choose plants with the right height, color and growing needs.

📍 4472 S. Mulford Rd., Rockford, IL
📞 815-874-8733

This Labor Day weekend, give yourself permission to slow down. Wellness doesn’t have to become one more thing on your to...
09/05/2026

This Labor Day weekend, give yourself permission to slow down. Wellness doesn’t have to become one more thing on your to-do list. Sometimes, it looks like 10 quiet minutes in the garden. 🌿

Water slowly.
Snip a few spent blooms.
Harvest a handful of herbs or flowers.
Take a garden walk with no agenda.
Pause long enough to notice one new thing.

As summer begins winding down, let the long weekend be a reminder to rest, breathe deeply and enjoy what’s growing around you. No complicated routine required—just a few intentional minutes outside.

Which garden ritual helps you feel most grounded?

The Landscape Connection
4472 S. Mulford Rd., Rockford, IL 61109
(815) 874-8733
www.TheLandscapeConnection.net

🍂 Need an easy way to take your containers from late summer into fall? Michelle’s newest video is perfectly timed.Instea...
09/04/2026

🍂 Need an easy way to take your containers from late summer into fall? Michelle’s newest video is perfectly timed.

Instead of starting over, you can often refresh what you already have by keeping the plants that still look good and swapping in a few cooler-season favorites for fresh color and texture.

Michelle walks through how to make that seasonal transition feel intentional—not like you just stuck a mum in a tired summer pot and called it done.

🎥 Watch the newest Gardening TLC video here:
https://youtu.be/ucy8xSylU3w?si=-tkchpU1pi3Gyr7K

Then stop by The Landscape Connection this weekend for mums, fall color, grasses, foliage and everything you need to give your porch or patio a fresh look for the season.

📍 4472 S. Mulford Rd., Rockford, IL 61109
📞 815-874-8733
🌐 TheLandscapeConnection.net

Your Zone 5 gardening guide.

Did heavy summer rains wash out mulch, creating muddy areas or leaving water where it doesn’t belong?River rock can turn...
09/04/2026

Did heavy summer rains wash out mulch, creating muddy areas or leaving water where it doesn’t belong?

River rock can turn a frustrating drainage area into an intentional part of your landscape. Use it to create dry creek beds, manage runoff near downspouts, reduce erosion or add a clean, low-maintenance accent around plants and pathways. Unlike mulch, landscape rock won’t wash away or need to be refreshed every season.

Late summer and long weekends are a great time to tackle the problem areas you’ve noticed all season. Stop in to compare river rock colors and sizes in person, and let our team help you choose the right landscape stone for your project.

📍 The Landscape Connection
4472 S. Mulford Rd., Rockford, IL 61109
📞 (815) 874-8733
🌐 www.TheLandscapeConnection.net

School is back in session, autumn is just around the corner, and mums are here! 🍂Nothing says “fall is coming” like fres...
09/03/2026

School is back in session, autumn is just around the corner, and mums are here! 🍂

Nothing says “fall is coming” like fresh mums on the porch, patio, entryway, or garden beds. Stop in and grab yours today while the colors are looking beautiful.

And while you’re getting in the fall spirit… have you pre-ordered your Fall Porch Kit yet? It’s the easiest way to pull your whole porch together without running all over town.

Stop in, choose your mums, and get ready for your photo-worthy fall porch.



The Landscape Connection
4472 S. Mulford Rd.
Rockford, IL 61109
(815) 874-8733
www.TheLandscapeConnection.net

09/03/2026

One of Michelle’s favorites—and it’s easy to see why! 💜

✅ Deer resistant
✅ Rabbit resistant
✅ Pollinator-friendly
✅ Easy to grow
✅ Cold hardy
✅ Reliable perennial

What’s not to love about ‘Serendipity’ ornamental allium? Its globe-shaped purple flowers bloom from midsummer into early fall, bringing dependable color and plenty of pollinator activity to Zone 5 gardens.

Stop by The Landscape Connection to look for ‘Serendipity’ Allium and more perennials selected for Northern Illinois landscapes!

The Landscape Connection
4472 S. Mulford Rd., Rockford, IL 61109
(815) 874-8733
www.TheLandscapeConnection.net

Important update: The Landscape Connection and Stems Floral & More will be closing at 4:00 PM today, Wednesday, Septembe...
09/02/2026

Important update: The Landscape Connection and Stems Floral & More will be closing at 4:00 PM today, Wednesday, September 2 due to the heat index.

For the safety of our employees and customers, we’re calling it a little early today. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.

Stay cool, stay hydrated, and stay safe out there! ☀️

The Landscape Connection
4472 S. Mulford Rd.
Rockford, IL 61109
(815) 874-8733
www.TheLandscapeConnection.net

Is your panicle hydrangea in full bloom—but its biggest flowers are pulling the branches down? Don’t panic! Here’s what ...
09/02/2026

Is your panicle hydrangea in full bloom—but its biggest flowers are pulling the branches down? Don’t panic! Here’s what may be causing those droopy stems and what you can do about them. 🌿

First, look for the cause:

1️⃣ It was pruned too aggressively. Cutting into the thick, woody framework can trigger fast, weaker growth. Next time, shorten branches by no more than one-third. In our Zone 5 climate, prune while the plant is dormant in late winter or early spring.

2️⃣ It needs more sunlight. Panicle hydrangeas grow strongest and bloom best with plenty of sun. If yours is planted in heavy shade, consider moving it while dormant.

3️⃣ It received too much fertilizer. One spring feeding with a slow-release shrub fertilizer is generally enough. Always follow the package directions—more isn’t necessarily better!

4️⃣ It may be the variety. Some older panicle hydrangeas naturally have thinner stems. Newer varieties have been bred for stronger growth. For example, Limelight Prime® offers noticeably sturdier stems than the original ‘Limelight.’

Already dealing with floppy branches?

✂️ Cut the heaviest flowers from the droopiest stems to lighten the load—and enjoy those beautiful blooms fresh or dried in a vase.

🌿 Gently support the remaining branches. The flexible new growth should become firmer as the season progresses.

Need help choosing or caring for a hydrangea that performs well in Northern Illinois? Stop by The Landscape Connection and talk with our garden team—your Zone 5 gardening guides!

The Landscape Connection
4472 S. Mulford Rd., Rockford, IL 61109
(815) 874-8733
www.TheLandscapeConnection.net

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🌿 Labor Day Weekend Reminder 🌿The Landscape Connection will be closing early at 3:00 PM on Saturday, September 5, and wi...
09/01/2026

🌿 Labor Day Weekend Reminder 🌿

The Landscape Connection will be closing early at 3:00 PM on Saturday, September 5, and will be closed on Labor Day, Monday, September 7, so our team can enjoy the holiday.

We’re also closed on Sundays, so be sure to stop in before 3:00 PM Saturday to stock up on propane, gardening supplies, plants, mulch, landscaping materials, firewood, and anything else you’ll need for your long-weekend projects.

📍 4472 S. Mulford Rd., Rockford, IL 61109
📞 (815) 874-8733
🌐 www.TheLandscapeConnection.net

☀️ Tonight’s You-Pick Experience is CANCELLED.With the extreme heat today, Tuesday, September 1, we’ve made the decision...
09/01/2026

☀️ Tonight’s You-Pick Experience is CANCELLED.

With the extreme heat today, Tuesday, September 1, we’ve made the decision to cancel tonight’s You-Pick Experience. Spending an evening in the flower gardens should be enjoyable—not a battle with the heat! 🌸

The health and safety of our guests and team comes first, and we appreciate everyone’s understanding.

🌿 We’ll be back next Tuesday, September 8 from 4–7 PM for Dried Flower Brooms—plus plenty of fresh flowers ready for picking.

The Landscape Connection
4472 S. Mulford Rd., Rockford, IL 61109
(815) 874-8733
www.TheLandscapeConnection.net

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