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,...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Jun 4, 2021 | Lawn & Garden, DIY/How to, Newbie Gardener, Vegetables & Herbs
When you’re new to gardening, it’s easy to fall prey to common mistakes. Even if you’ve been growing vegetables for many years, you may be repeating the same errors each season without knowing it. To save you a lot of hassle and make your gardening more efficient,...
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...
