by Platt Hill Nursery | Sep 18, 2020 | Lawn & Garden, Annuals, Landscaping, Outdoor Living, Perennials
Fall plants offer a unique ability to increase the seasonal aesthetic and overall atmosphere of our gardens. At this time of year, the temperatures are starting to cool down and it can be much more comfortable to get outside. Autumn projects like changing up our...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Sep 12, 2020 | Landscaping, Annuals, Lawn & Garden, Outdoor Living, Perennials, Trees & Shrubs
Landscaping your front yard can be something you debate about for years. Because your front yard is on display for the neighborhood, there can be some strong feelings associated with this space. We’ll provide some fall design ideas to inspire your front yard...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Aug 31, 2020 | Annuals, Lawn & Garden
They have a complicated name, but these flowers are simply beautiful fall garden plants. They come from the aster family, but they’re showier than their wild relatives. These fall favorite plants have a very special place in our hearts—we grow all of ours locally here...
by Platt Hill Nursery | May 23, 2020 | Annuals, DIY/How to
Have you ever looked at a professionally arranged planter and wondered what makes it so attractive? It’s simpler than you think. The best designs usually come down to three basic features: a thriller, filler, and spiller. The Thriller The thriller is the...
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...
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....
