by Platt Hill Nursery | Mar 21, 2022 | DIY/How to, Newbie Gardener, Vegetables & Herbs
No yard or balcony is too small to grow vegetables! Even if you don’t have an outdoor space, there are still ways to grow fresh, home-grown food. Here’s how to grow veggies in any urban setting, including small yards, balconies, and indoors. How to Make the...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Mar 14, 2022 | Lawn & Garden, DIY/How to, Newbie Gardener
As long as we’re growing lawns and gardens, we’ll always have to deal with weeds. The question is: how? Ideally, it’s best to beat them before they even grow, either through proactive maintenance, or pre-emergent herbicides. By starting these methods in the spring,...
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...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Mar 1, 2022 | Lawn & Garden, Newbie Gardener
We know the importance of watering as gardeners, but what about the watering can itself? Using the wrong type can turn this simple task into a chore. Fortunately, there are many designs out there. Once you understand them, you can purchase the best one for you and...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Jan 10, 2022 | Houseplants, DIY/How to, Newbie Gardener
So you’ve mastered the snake plant and the indoor herb garden? It’s time to add beautiful flowers and flashy foliage to your home. Begonias are popular outdoor annuals for the garden, but they make elegant indoor plants as well. Here’s how to master indoor begonia...
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,...
