by Platt Hill Nursery | Apr 18, 2022 | DIY/How to, Lawn & Garden, Newbie Gardener, Outdoor Living
Gardeners everywhere always have to contend with the last frost. Based on historical records, every place has a date beyond which frost will likely not occur. But sometimes, the weather has other plans! Here’s how to navigate the last frost date, and how to prepare...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Mar 28, 2022 | Lawn & Garden, Newbie Gardener
Sometimes, we need to add more soil to our landscape, like when we’re building a raised bed or leveling a spot in our yard. When it’s time to buy it, it’s hard to know which kind we need. Here’s a guide to distinguishing topsoil from garden soil, and how to choose the...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Mar 14, 2022 | Lawn & Garden, DIY/How to, Newbie Gardener
As long as we’re growing lawns and gardens, we’ll always have to deal with weeds. The question is: how? Ideally, it’s best to beat them before they even grow, either through proactive maintenance, or pre-emergent herbicides. By starting these methods in the spring,...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Mar 7, 2022 | Lawn & Garden, DIY/How to, Landscaping, Newbie Gardener
Few things are as satisfying as starting a new garden bed, but how do you do it? Whether you want to grow flowers or vegetables, the steps are similar. Here are the essentials to starting a bed from the ground up! Pick a Location Before you rush ahead with the...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Mar 1, 2022 | Lawn & Garden, Newbie Gardener
We know the importance of watering as gardeners, but what about the watering can itself? Using the wrong type can turn this simple task into a chore. Fortunately, there are many designs out there. Once you understand them, you can purchase the best one for you and...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Oct 4, 2021 | Lawn & Garden, Trees & Shrubs
Elderberries grow in the wild on both sides of the Atlantic, and have been cultivated in the garden for thousands of years. But these beautiful shrubs remain a mystery to most contemporary gardeners. Here’s a guide to growing elderberries—with a focus on the benefits...
