by Platt Hill Nursery | Jan 31, 2022 | DIY/How to, Landscaping
Landscaping stones are often an essential part of garden design. They’re used for anything from pathways to edging, creek beds, garden mulch, and more. Choosing the right type of stones can be overwhelming. Here’s a guide to help you understand the options, and...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Sep 20, 2021 | DIY/How to, Landscaping
Leafy trees get most of the praise in the summer, while evergreens stand modestly in the background. In comparison to their leafy cousins, evergreens seem subtle, hard to get to know, and even boring. But when you take a closer look, these stalwarts of the tree world...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Sep 7, 2021 | DIY/How to, Landscaping, Trees & Shrubs
A healthy tree in our yard does more good for us than we can imagine, but when it starts to show signs of decay, it becomes a major hazard. Sometimes a tree can be saved by pruning off the problem. Other times the whole thing needs to come down. So how do you tell if...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Aug 23, 2021 | DIY/How to, Healthy Living, Landscaping, Lawn & Garden, Outdoor Living, Trees & Shrubs
Do you notice yellow leaves on your trees or shrubs? It’s not fall yet! They may be turning from a lack of water, disease, insects, or a nutrient deficiency—or it might be a case of “iron chlorosis.” It sounds quite technical, but really, it just means your plant is...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Jul 26, 2021 | Lawn & Garden, Landscaping, Outdoor Living, Trees & Shrubs
Japanese maples are small trees prized for their color and graceful form. Their fall fireworks are only the finale of a whole summer of colorful leaves, which emerge red or purple in many varieties. Here’s everything you need to know about choosing and caring for...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Jul 19, 2021 | Lawn & Garden, DIY/How to, Landscaping, Newbie Gardener, Outdoor Living, Vegetables & Herbs
Cats are no strangers to gardens. They’re some of the best natural pest controls around, most notably when it comes to mice. Perhaps it’s time to reward them for their efforts or maybe just to give your feline a special treat. A catnip planter is sure to make a buzz,...
