by Platt Hill Nursery | Oct 9, 2023 | Perennials, DIY/How to, Lawn & Garden
Whether you’re tending to newly-divided perennials or caring for established plants, they all benefit from extra attention in the fall. Looking to keep your perennials healthy while also expanding your plant collection? Dividing perennials is the answer!...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Oct 2, 2023 | Lawn & Garden, DIY/How to
Nature likes to operate in a cycle, with plant life returning essential nutrients back to the soil as they die and decay. As the leaves begin to turn this time of year, our Illinois skies are once again filled with gorgeous shades of scarlet and gold. However,...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Sep 11, 2023 | Lawn & Garden, Annuals, DIY/How to
Designing autumn planters is a great way to bring seasonal colors and textures right to your front porch. With the start of every new season comes the opportunity for new seasonal planter designs, and autumn is no exception. Starting in September, a new palette...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Sep 4, 2023 | DIY/How to, Lawn & Garden
Surprise yourself with flowers next spring by burying these treasures now. The first flowers of spring, flowering bulbs always come as a welcome sight after the long months of winter. Tulips, daffodils, and hyacinths are a few of the many bulbs that bloom each...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Jul 31, 2023 | Winged Friends, DIY/How to, Lawn & Garden
Flowers are a pollinator’s best friend, but they’re not the only things they need to thrive. Like all creatures, pollinators need access to clean, reliable water sources. Luckily, they’re easy to provide! Building a simple bee and butterfly water...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Jul 24, 2023 | Lawn & Garden, DIY/How to, Outdoor Living, Perennials
A sunny afternoon isn’t the only time you can enjoy your garden. Underneath the light of the moon, a whole other kind of magic opens up: nocturnal flowers awaken, moths visit blossoms, leaves shine in the silver light, and an owl calls from a distance. While you...
