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...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Apr 2, 2021 | Lawn & Garden, DIY/How to, Newbie Gardener, Vegetables & Herbs
Learning how to start a vegetable garden can be one of the best investments for your health you’ll ever make, a source of fun for the family, a way to save money, and an enjoyable hobby of its own. But, if you’re on the hunt for info about how to start a garden from...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Feb 3, 2020 | DIY/How to, Lawn & Garden, Newbie Gardener, Vegetables & Herbs
Want to know the secret to a lush, vibrant garden? Starting seeds indoors before the growing season begins allows you to grow more plants at a lower cost, all while giving you a head start in the spring! Here’s our beginner’s guide to starting seeds in Northern...
