by Platt Hill Nursery | Oct 30, 2019 | DIY/How to, Lawn & Garden
Chicago winters can be tough on roses. Some roses are quite hardy in our area, such as knock out types, drift types, and landscape/shrub roses. Other roses such as hybrid teas, grandifloras, and floribunda roses need winter protection. To protect roses for winter,...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Oct 10, 2019 | Lawn & Garden
Where do you start? Raking leaves from trees and shrubs You can use your leaves for composting in an area to add more nutrients to the soil, but if the leaves have been infected with disease or insects make sure to throw them away. If you are unsure, play it safe and...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Sep 17, 2019 | Perennials, Trees & Shrubs
Can I plant trees and shrubs in the fall in Chicago? Yes! Fall is a great time to plant in the Chicagoland area. The cooler temperatures of September and October produce better planting conditions because there is less heat which can cause stress in plants installed...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Aug 27, 2019 | DIY/How to, Trees & Shrubs
What is happening to my Magnolia? Magnolia Scale! Are you starting to notice white spots all over your Magnolia? Are you starting to notice a sticky substance all over the plant and at the base of the plant? You are not alone; it is called magnolia scale and it is...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Aug 13, 2019 | Annuals, DIY/How to
When should I plant my mums? The best time to plant your mums is August or early September. If you can get your mums in the ground before they start blooming you will double the bloom time. The plant will get a more robust root system which helps elongate the bloom...
