by Platt Hill Nursery | May 25, 2023 | DIY/How to, Lawn & Garden, Newbie Gardener, Outdoor Living, Trees & Shrubs
Lilacs are timeless symbols of spring, and the fragrant shrubs are a welcome addition to any garden. With an infinite variety of colors, shapes, and sizes, lilacs bring sweet scents and vibrant colors to any outdoor space. In this blog post, we will explore the beauty...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Apr 17, 2023 | Trees & Shrubs, Landscaping, Lawn & Garden
New shrubs hold the promise of future berries, flowers, and beautiful leaves, but before any of those things can happen, you need to properly plant and care for it, especially during that crucial first year. From digging the hole to watering, following the proper...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Jan 9, 2023 | Trees & Shrubs, DIY/How to, Landscaping, Lawn & Garden
Heavy snow, salt damage, and cold temperatures are just a few of the difficulties our plants have to overcome each winter. While most of them are masters at withstanding the elements, we can still help and take care of them in order to avoid damage by proactively...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Nov 7, 2022 | Trees & Shrubs, DIY/How to
The temperature is dropping, and your evergreens need protection! Whether you’re just starting out or already familiar with overwintering evergreens, the tips in this guide will prove helpful. Stay cozy and keep those trees beautiful for next season by reading on....
by Platt Hill Nursery | Oct 31, 2022 | Trees & Shrubs, Newbie Gardener
Privacy trees are a great investment—they make front and back yards feel more homey and comfortable, and outdoor entertaining feels more comfortable when you’ve got some privacy from neighbors. Privacy trees are also great for shielding front windows if you keep your...
by Platt Hill Nursery | Sep 26, 2022 | Trees & Shrubs, Newbie Gardener
Considering planting some maple trees in your landscape? There are so many stunning varieties to choose from—it can be hard to pick just one! To make it easy, we’ve divided them into three categories—small-scale, medium-scale, and large-scale—to help you choose...