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As spring nears, it's the perfect time to use horticultural oil. Also known as dormant oil, horticultural oil is used at this time of the year (in late winter/ early spring) as an effective, all-natural insecticide to help keep insects at bay (especially insects that will damage plants). It's also useful to eradicate mites and scale. We use horticultural oil on nearly all of our outdoor plants here at the nursery and love it because it is all-natural, organic, and doesn't hur

Snake Plant ( Dracaena trifasciata, previously Sansevieria) is a great houseplant to start with if you're new to having indoor plants. It is a striking plant that visually adds beauty in a home. It has many features that we will talk about today. We will also share why they are easy-to-grow and share ideas of where to place them in your home. Characteristics of Snake Plants Variegated leaves: Snake plants have gorgeous, variegated leaves, that varies some, depending on the v

We have all the information you need on how to protect your plant babies during this upcoming snow/ice storm. We all remember the cold we had during Christmas a few years back. Many plants were damaged or killed. In that case, the temps dropped so drastically so quickly that plants didn't have time to adjust. Plants handle a steady drop in temperatures much better than a sudden drop. Our goal is to slow the rate of freezing and always protect the root system. By employing the

Often, our winter gardens can seem bare, leading many of us to dream of spring blooms during the cold winter months! Did you know that Middle Tennessee can grow several plants that bloom in winter? By incorporating these into your garden, you're creating a four-season garden, as well as adding cheerfulness to your garden during the coldest months of the year! Learn about these plants below and consider adding several to your garden! Lenten Rose (Hellebore) Plant type: evergr

Merry Christmas from all of us at your local nursery! We have been busy elves here, creating custom wreaths, arrangements, and more the last several weeks, including our beautiful new succulent arrangements that we've recently potted together right here. Succulents can last for many years and require minimal care. How to Care for Your Succulent Arrangement Sunlight Needs: Succulents crave sunlight! Place your succulent in a bright room, such as one with a west or south-facin

Christmas cactuses are an elegant holiday flower. They add a beautiful, traditional touch during the holidays, and can be passed down for generations. If yours aren't blooming, this blog post will help you know what to do to get them to bloom next year. And if you don't yet have one of these beauties or want another, we have many that are blooming in several different colors at the nursery now! Sometimes, getting your Christmas cactus to bloom can be a little tricky. If yours

Hosting Thanksgiving or Christmas at your house this year? Your dining room table will be set, your home will sparkle inside, but don't forget about the outdoors, too! Use these simple tips to create a cozy and inviting outdoor space for guests to mingle during holiday gatherings. Make sure to have seating with a few small tables to place drinks. Blow the leaves off your patio or deck, but you can keep some of the ones in the yard or rake them to your gardening beds. Leaves c

Sure to brighten up your porch or patio this fall, we're sharing 15 plants that make up gorgeous autumnal-themed pots! Some pots are not large enough to hold many plants, of course. If you have a larger container pot that you'd like to fill with several plants this fall, we're here to show you how to put one together! An example of "thriller, filler, and spiller" using spring annuals Remember this simple mantra when putting together a larger container pot: Thriller, Filler, S

Red and Yellow Twig Dogwoods are spectacular in fall and winter in the garden! Their bright, colorful stems add an interesting texture and make an artistic addition to a landscape. They are easy to grow and thrive in full sun. They also make excellent cuttings for holiday arrangements.   How/ Where to Plant: Pick one color, either red or yellow, and plant in a grouping of 3 or more Or, pick one and tuck it into a garden landscape to be a focal point during the cold months Thi