by Platt Hill Nursery | Apr 9, 2021 | Lawn & Garden, DIY/How to, Landscaping, Newbie Gardener
The secret of a healthy garden is in the soil. We often don’t treat it any better than dirt. But soil is so much different than that. As a clump in our hand, it looks simple enough, but under a microscope, we see it’s a complex substance, alive, and teeming with...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Apr 2, 2021 | Lawn & Garden, DIY/How to, Newbie Gardener, Vegetables & Herbs
Learning how to start a vegetable garden can be one of the best investments for your health you’ll ever make, a source of fun for the family, a way to save money, and an enjoyable hobby of its own. But, if you’re on the hunt for info about how to start a garden from...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Mar 29, 2021 | DIY/How to, Outdoor Living, Trees & Shrubs
Berries are some of the most nutritious and tasty foods you can grow. Plant a berry bush this spring, and you’ll have a reliable harvest for years to come; often more than you can eat! While they are among the easiest plants to grow, proper pruning and soil care go a...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Mar 22, 2021 | Lawn & Garden, DIY/How to, Outdoor Living
The word lawn comes from the Middle English word launde, which meant a clearing in a woodland. It referred to those peaceful and serene meadows that you may encounter when hiking through a forest. They’re ideal places to build a cabin, and it’s no surprise that we...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Feb 8, 2021 | DIY/How to, Lawn & Garden, Trees & Shrubs
Where can I plant arborvitae? Arborvitae, or ‘arbs’ for short, prefer to be planted in full sun areas that receive 6+ hours of sun per day. However, several varieties can thrive in partial shade areas that get 4-6 hours of sun per day. Most arborvitae varieties do not...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Jan 25, 2021 | DIY/How to, Houseplants
Looking for a stylish, long-living houseplant? Hoyas have become one of the hottest houseplants in recent years, but they’ve been a favorite among plant lovers for a long time. Whether you have one already or are looking for a new plant companion, here is your guide...
