by Platt Hill Nursery | Jul 26, 2024 | Houseplants, Newbie Gardener
As the temperature drops and the days grow shorter, the thought of gardening might seem like a distant summer memory. However, indoor winter gardening offers a wonderful opportunity to keep your green thumb active year-round. From a collection of houseplants to a...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Jul 1, 2024 | Lawn & Garden, Newbie Gardener, Trees & Shrubs
Many gardeners are dealing with Magnolia scale feeding on their trees in their garden/landscapes. We can help you with how to treat your magnolias. Have additional pests or diseases contaminating your garden? Your Garden Problem Magnolia scale is one of the largest...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Jun 28, 2024 | Lawn & Garden, Newbie Gardener, Perennials, Trees & Shrubs
Many gardeners are dealing with Japanese beetles in their garden. This video and/or guide will help you with how to protect against Japanese beetles. Have additional pests or diseases contaminating your garden? We can help with the solution that works best for your...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Jun 28, 2024 | Hydrangeas, Lawn & Garden
Hydrangeas are an old-fashioned flowering shrub, often found in gardens and yards throughout the Chicago area. If you enjoy the long-lived blossoms and beautiful colors on hydrangea bushes, it’s good to know that you have many options. The team members at Platt...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Jun 25, 2024 | DIY/How to, Houseplants
Hibiscus is a group of woody shrubs and small trees that add tropical beauty to the garden throughout the growing season. There are 3 different types of hibiscus that can be grown in Chicago. Tropical Hibiscus- the beautiful tropical blooms associated with island...
