by Platt Hill Nursery | May 21, 2021 | Healthy Living, Houseplants, Newbie Gardener, Vegetables & Herbs
You can enjoy fresh herbs year-round, within arms reach of any meal, and you don’t even need a garden. Indoor herbs thrive in any kitchen, as long as you have pots, soil, sunlight, and keep a good watering routine. Here are the details for a DIY herb garden! ...
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...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Apr 30, 2021 | DIY/How to, Newbie Gardener, Vegetables & Herbs
The taste of one homegrown vegetable is often enough to convince anyone to garden. But if you’ve never sunk your hands in soil, it can be daunting to know where to begin. Fortunately, vegetable gardening is easier than it might seem for beginners, and the rewards go...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Apr 22, 2021 | DIY/How to, Newbie Gardener, Vegetables & Herbs
Vegetable gardening is one of the most pleasurable and rewarding hobbies you can do. It’s hard to find a reason not to do it. But as a beginner, it helps to know a few hacks—both to avoid unnecessary work and to improve your chances of success. These tips will boost...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Apr 15, 2021 | Lawn & Garden, DIY/How to, Houseplants, Newbie Gardener, Trees & Shrubs
If you’re wondering how frequently to water your plants, the key is to give the right amount at the right time, but that’s only the first step. Proper plant watering means knowing how to water, not just how often. A few simple tricks can save on the water bill,...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Apr 9, 2021 | Lawn & Garden, DIY/How to, Landscaping, Newbie Gardener
The secret of a healthy garden is in the soil. We often don’t treat it any better than dirt. But soil is so much different than that. As a clump in our hand, it looks simple enough, but under a microscope, we see it’s a complex substance, alive, and teeming with...
