by Platt Hill Nursery | Apr 26, 2019 | Annuals, DIY/How to
The first thing is that a day of snow is not likely to harm your plants. The soil is already workable and one day of winter-like weather is not enough to make it freeze up again. Even if there is a freeze, and even if yes, it’s technically spring in Chicagoland....
by Platt Hill Nursery | Apr 23, 2019 | Lawn & Garden, DIY/How to
From preparing your garden beds to seed starting, there’s no shortage of things to do in the garden—but don’t forget about lawn care! If your lawn could use some TLC, you can spruce it up with grass seed or sod. Sod is a strip of fully grown grass and soil. In the...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Apr 16, 2019 | Outdoor Living
When you buy your new home, there is a lot of excitement in the air once you start to personalize everything both indoors and outdoors. As you look across your yard, sometimes all you see is a sea of green with no idea what to do. Where do you begin? Here are a few...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Apr 1, 2019 | Landscaping, Trees & Shrubs
Many customers ask why we encourage them to buy a larger tree opposed to a smaller one. There are benefits to a larger tree on your property, including the following: Instant impact on your outdoor space. The bigger and fuller tree gives you the desired look sooner....
by Platt Hill Nursery | Apr 1, 2019 | Trees & Shrubs
Planting a tree is one of the best ways to enhance your outdoor space and boost curb appeal. However, the timing of tree planting is crucial to maximize new growth and ensure long-term success. When is the best time to plant a tree? We highly recommend planting your...
