by Platt Hill Nursery | Mar 6, 2023 | Landscaping, Lawn & Garden, Outdoor Living
Distinct from contemporary landscapes, modern design has a style and philosophy all its own. With an emphasis on straight lines and geometric shapes, modern landscapes offer an uncluttered, balanced, and organized look. This, combined with a concern for functionality,...
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 | Jun 28, 2022 | DIY/How to, Landscaping, Outdoor Living
It’s summertime, and you want to fix up your backyard to lounge and enjoy, but what if your not-so-glamorous utilities, such as air conditioning unit boxes or garbage cans, are stealing the views? Landscape planning is much easier when you have designated places to...
by Platt Hill Nursery | May 31, 2022 | Landscaping, DIY/How to, Lawn & Garden, Newbie Gardener
Retaining walls are functional and can also add elements of depth and intrigue to your outdoor space. This low-maintenance feature will optimize available land, provide areas of your backyard with additional support, and give your garden the look and functionality it...
by Platt Hill Nursery | May 16, 2022 | Lawn & Garden, DIY/How to, Landscaping, Newbie Gardener
Pathways serve many purposes in a garden, from accessibility to dividing your garden into distinct spaces. They’re a practical way to elevate your landscape and range from simple to complex design. We’ll walk you through the pros and cons of each pathway material so...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Apr 25, 2022 | DIY/How to, Landscaping, Lawn & Garden, Newbie Gardener
After a long winter, our lawns need help perking up for spring! Tackling your lawn care early in the spring is a great way to get the foundation of your yard into shape so that you can focus on your plants and vegetables, and get to relaxing! Here is everything you...