by Platt Hill Nursery | Jun 21, 2021 | Lawn & Garden, DIY/How to, Landscaping, Trees & Shrubs
It’s easy to be enraptured by the lilac blossoms of a wisteria, but these flowering vines are such vigorous growers that they can spread out of control. They’re known to choke out trees and damage buildings, but that shouldn’t stop us from growing them. Regular...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Jun 14, 2021 | Lawn & Garden, DIY/How to, Landscaping, Perennials
Peonies have been cultivated for thousands of years, and for good reasons. Their massive blooms are some of the most impressive of all the spring and early summer. It doesn’t take much know-how to make these perennials happy. In fact, they’re easy to maintain and they...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Jun 8, 2021 | Lawn & Garden, Landscaping, Outdoor Living, Perennials
As our gardens reach their full summer abundance, it’s a great time to see where we can add more perennials. Whether you follow the trends or set new ones, these perennials give you something special to bring to your garden! Salvia Salvia hails from...
by Platt Hill Nursery | May 27, 2021 | Lawn & Garden, DIY/How to, Landscaping, Newbie Gardener, Outdoor Living
“In the spring, at the end of the day, you should smell like dirt” ~ Margaret Atwood As plants start to grow, it’s time to sync into the rhythm of the seasons and set up a gardening routine. We call it maintenance, but we’re not merely maintaining the...
by Platt Hill Nursery | May 17, 2021 | Lawn & Garden, Landscaping, Perennials
“To sit in the shade on a fine day, and look upon verdure is the most perfect refreshment.” ~ Jane Austen Sunshine usually gets all the accolades—with its heat, colors, warmth, and glow. But shade is just as deserving of attention, giving us cool shelter and moist...
by Platt Hill Nursery | May 13, 2021 | Lawn & Garden, DIY/How to, Landscaping, Newbie Gardener, Outdoor Living
Convenience, style, and tidiness are all reasons to build a raised garden bed—not to mention the boost they give to your veggies. But if you’ve never held a saw or drill in your life, don’t worry. Raised beds are an excellent project for any beginner garden or...
