by Platt Hill Nursery | Jun 22, 2020 | Perennials, Winged Friends
Perennials are the backbone of any garden. Every spring, we anticipate their beautiful scents and colors. Over time, they come to define our landscape and become friends that we get to know better each year. There are countless zone 5 varieties to choose from, but...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Apr 14, 2020 | Perennials, Vegetables & Herbs, Winged Friends
Like us, butterflies love strong fragrances, a warm spot to sun themselves, and a little water to sip on. They’re particularly fond of May and June when they finally emerge from their cocoons and take flight to visit their favorite nectar-rich flowers. Many...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Sep 17, 2019 | Perennials, Trees & Shrubs
Can I plant trees and shrubs in the fall in Chicago? Yes! Fall is a great time to plant in the Chicagoland area. The cooler temperatures of September and October produce better planting conditions because there is less heat which can cause stress in plants installed...
