by Platt Hill Nursery | Jan 9, 2023 | Trees & Shrubs, DIY/How to, Landscaping, Lawn & Garden
Heavy snow, salt damage, and cold temperatures are just a few of the difficulties our plants have to overcome each winter. While most of them are masters at withstanding the elements, we can still help and take care of them in order to avoid damage by proactively...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Oct 10, 2022 | Lawn & Garden
Fall has arrived, and that means it’s time to plant those spring-blooming bulbs and exercise your creative inspiration in the garden! The good news is that there are many gorgeous color palettes and fascinating new cultivars to experiment with when designing a spring...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Sep 12, 2022 | Lawn & Garden, Perennials, Trees & Shrubs
The first snow of the year is always an exciting day, but by February, we’re all pretty tired of staring out the window at a plain white landscape. Luckily, with some strategic planting in fall, you can be sure your garden never lacks color and texture—even when it’s...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Sep 5, 2022 | Lawn & Garden, Perennials
There’s something special about the color orange. It’s bright and effervescent like a mimosa, yet warm and serene like a sunset. In color therapy, orange is used to stimulate creativity, pleasure, optimism, and productivity. Filling your landscape with vibrant...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Aug 8, 2022 | Lawn & Garden, Outdoor Living
Gardening in hot, dry climates brings some challenges, and we’re no strangers to extreme summer heat here in Chicagoland! Constant watering and stressed-out plants can dampen your summer gardening experience—but did you know some plants thrive under heat stress? If...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Jun 14, 2022 | Lawn & Garden, Perennials
For many perennial gardeners, ornamental grass is not the first thing that comes to mind when planting a new garden. However, ornamental grasses may add incredible depth, contrast, texture, and movement to any garden. They’re generally hardy, provide year-round...
