by Platt Hill Nursery | Jul 8, 2026 | Annuals, DIY/How to, Lawn & Garden, Outdoor Living
Few garden purchases deliver more instant color than a hanging basket. The challenge is that many baskets look incredible in May and disappointing by July. What begins as a lush display of flowers can quickly become sparse, wilted, or overgrown as summer heat,...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Jun 11, 2025 | DIY/How to, Landscaping, Lawn & Garden, Newbie Gardener, Winged Friends
Why Pollinator Gardens Matter Pollinators, like bees, butterflies, moths, beetles, hummingbirds, and more, play a vital role in the health of our ecosystems and food systems. But across the globe, these essential creatures are in trouble. Populations are shrinking due...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Jun 9, 2025 | DIY/How to, Landscaping, Lawn & Garden, Newbie Gardener, Trees & Shrubs
When it comes to adding romance, drama, and vertical beauty to a garden, climbing roses are a timeless choice. With their arching canes and generous blooms, they bring old-world charm to fences, trellises, arbors, and walls. But while their impact is grand, growing...
by Platt Hill Nursery | May 9, 2025 | Annuals, Landscaping, Lawn & Garden, Perennials
Choosing between annuals and perennials comes down to more than just plant preferences, it shapes how your garden grows, evolves, and flourishes through the seasons. Picture bold, bright blooms popping up all summer, only to say goodbye come fall. Now imagine another...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Apr 25, 2025 | Landscaping, Lawn & Garden, Newbie Gardener, Trees & Shrubs
If you’ve noticed crusty, leafy, or even beard-like growths on your trees and shrubs, you might have wondered if they’re harmful — perhaps a type of fungus or mold. The good news? These curious growths, known as lichens, are not harmful to your trees. In fact,...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Mar 13, 2025 | DIY/How to, Hydrangeas, Landscaping, Lawn & Garden
How to Grow Gorgeous Blue Hydrangeas in Your Garden Few flowers can match the charm of blue hydrangeas. Their vivid, almost ethereal blooms transform any outdoor space into a peaceful retreat. But achieving those coveted blue hues takes a little extra care and...
