by Platt Hill Nursery | Oct 2, 2020 | Lawn & Garden, DIY/How to, Healthy Living
Blueberry bushes offer such richness to our gardens, and it’s easy to see why they’re so popular. With a little preparation and some patience, these radiant plants can be garden showstoppers. Blueberries are slow to establish taking 2-3 years to take hold...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Sep 25, 2020 | Lawn & Garden, DIY/How to
Autumn presents us with a glorious show of color and joy in both flower and foliar form. Discover trending fall decor and planting ideas that show off the season’s unique beauty. We have so much to recommend to set you on the fast track to a beautiful autumn...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Aug 28, 2020 | Houseplants, DIY/How to, Healthy Living
It’s the go-to greenery on interior designers’ “it” lists and graces the page of every home magazine or Instagram photo. It has design staying power and simply refuses to leaf (get it?). You may sometimes see its name shortened in modern...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Jun 16, 2020 | DIY/How to, Holidays, Lawn & Garden
Fixing up the landscape is often Dad’s favorite hobby—but with all the work he does for the family, he deserves a break. One day per year is hardly enough to show our appreciation for the fathers in our life, but we can still seize the chance to freshen up the...
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 | Apr 6, 2020 | DIY/How to, Houseplants
In the spring, you’re bound to see an Easter lily (or several!) in homes in the Chicagoland suburbs. These elegant white flowers are deeply meaningful in the Christian faith, commonly found in churches and places of worship, to celebrate their namesake holiday. If...
