por Platt Hill Nursery | Sep 7, 2021 | Bricolaje/Cómo hacerlo, Landscaping, ÁRBOLES Y ARBUSTOS
A healthy tree in our yard does more good for us than we can imagine, but when it starts to show signs of decay, it becomes a major hazard. Sometimes a tree can be saved by pruning off the problem. Other times the whole thing needs to come down. So how do you tell if...
por Platt Hill Nursery | Ago 30, 2021 | Bricolaje/Cómo hacerlo, Verduras & hierbas
Refreshing, easy-to-grow, and abundant—that’s garden zucchini for you, as well as all summer squash. With only a few plants, you’ll have your fill of zucchini cake, baked zucchini, and fresh salad all summer long. The main challenge is knowing when to harvest summer...
por Platt Hill Nursery | Ago 23, 2021 | Bricolaje/Cómo hacerlo, Vida sana, Landscaping, Lawn & Garden, Outdoor Living, ÁRBOLES Y ARBUSTOS
Do you notice yellow leaves on your trees or shrubs? It’s not fall yet! They may be turning from a lack of water, disease, insects, or a nutrient deficiency—or it might be a case of “iron chlorosis.” It sounds quite technical, but really, it just means your plant is...
por Platt Hill Nursery | Ago 18, 2021 | Lawn & Garden, Bricolaje/Cómo hacerlo
It is the perfect time to overseed your lawn! Our grass seed experts recommend overseeding August 15th to September 15th in the Chicagoland area. When seeding lawns, use grass seed appropriate to your site. The best choice for most lawns in northern Illinois is a mix...
por Platt Hill Nursery | Ago 17, 2021 | Bricolaje/Cómo hacerlo, Lawn & Garden, Outdoor Living, Plantas Perennes, Winged Friends
Bee Balm is a fragrant perennial flower, also known as Wild Bergamot, the sweet-smelling leaves recall the bergamot spices in Earl Grey tea, but this flower actually comes from the mint family. It’s a favorite for pollinators and an easy summer bloomer to grow...
