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...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Apr 11, 2022 | Landscaping, Outdoor Living
What do you work with to create a landscape design? What are the different ingredients that come together to make beautiful places? Here are some of the important elements that any designer considers when creating a landscape! Lines Often overlooked in our...
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...
