by Platt Hill Nursery | Jul 24, 2025 | DIY/How to, Healthy Living, Newbie Gardener, Trees & Shrubs
What Is a Common Pawpaw Tree? The Common Pawpaw (Asimina triloba) is a native North American fruit tree known for producing custard-like tropical fruit—right in your own backyard. With flavor notes of banana, mango, and vanilla, this small tree adds exotic appeal to...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Jun 9, 2025 | DIY/How to, Landscaping, Lawn & Garden, Newbie Gardener, Trees & Shrubs
When it comes to adding romance, drama, and vertical beauty to a garden, climbing roses are a timeless choice. With their arching canes and generous blooms, they bring old-world charm to fences, trellises, arbors, and walls. But while their impact is grand, growing...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Apr 25, 2025 | Landscaping, Lawn & Garden, Newbie Gardener, Trees & Shrubs
If you’ve noticed crusty, leafy, or even beard-like growths on your trees and shrubs, you might have wondered if they’re harmful — perhaps a type of fungus or mold. The good news? These curious growths, known as lichens, are not harmful to your trees. In fact,...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Mar 11, 2025 | DIY/How to, Hydrangeas, Lawn & Garden, Trees & Shrubs
Hydrangeas are the showstoppers of any garden, with their lush blooms and vibrant colors. However, when it comes to pruning, not all hydrangeas follow the same playbook. Some varieties need a light touch, while others thrive with a more assertive trim. The key lies in...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Jul 1, 2024 | Lawn & Garden, Newbie Gardener, Trees & Shrubs
Many gardeners are dealing with Magnolia scale feeding on their trees in their garden/landscapes. We can help you with how to treat your magnolias. Have additional pests or diseases contaminating your garden? Your Garden Problem Magnolia scale is one of the largest...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Jun 28, 2024 | Lawn & Garden, Newbie Gardener, Perennials, Trees & Shrubs
Many gardeners are dealing with Japanese beetles in their garden. This video and/or guide will help you with how to protect against Japanese beetles. Have additional pests or diseases contaminating your garden? We can help with the solution that works best for your...