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Deciduous trees are prone to suckers, which means (as our photo below shows) that your tree has put forth the effort to produce a new branch or stem, but it's near the base of the tree and is not needed there. Suckers happen on most deciduous trees, especially Crape Myrtles, Dogwoods, Japanese Maples, and younger trees in general. Prune those low-growing stems or branches as soon as you notice them (if you don't want them there, of course) because they "suck" the energy that

Peonies are such a beauty in mid-spring! After they've finished blooming, there is a simple tip to help them be on their way to creating gorgeous blooms again next year. Deadhead spent blooms by pruning the flower back to the first set of leaves (the first set of leaves closest to the bloom). Do this on each bloom.   More tips for caring for your Peonies: Y ou will not truly prune this shrub until late fall (at which point you can cut it back to about an inch off the ground).

Nothing says spring and summer like fresh-cut flowers in your home, especially when they come straight from your garden! Whether you love them beside your kitchen sink or in your bedroom, cut flowers add cheerfulness and serenity indoors. There are many options that make excellent cut flowers. Below, we're sharing 22 of our absolute favorites! Perennials: Coneflowers Black Eyed Susan Lenten Rose   (this blooms in late winter to mid-spring for a great option in cooler months)

Forsythia, flowering Quince (shown above), Yoshino cherry trees, Kwanzan cherry trees, deciduous Magnolias... if you plan to prune any of these trees or shrubs, it's time! You need to prune spring-blooming deciduous trees & shrubs after they've finished blooming because these plants begin to form new buds for next year inside their stems during the hot summer months. If you wait to prune these plants in fall, you will be unintentionally cutting off a lot of their buds for nex

Our 6 best tips to grow Irises: 🌿Irises are best planted in spring or summer, long before winter cold sets in. 🌿Don't plant them too deep- their rhizomes should peek out above the soil and never be completely covered. 🌿Plant in full sun in well-draining soil. Some light afternoon shade is fine, also. 🌿Don't skimp- plant in a mass-planting/ grouping for the prettiest look!! 🌿After they bloom, cut their stems (not foliage) down to the ground. 🌿This perennial needs its fol

In our video today, Lynn is sharing how to help prevent the dreaded bagworm from infesting your evergreens. The product we're sharing today is by Bonide, and it is a Systemic Insect Control. We offer it here at the nursery and can answer any questions you have.

We love houseplants & most of us here at the nursery have about a gazillion of them in our homes. ☺️ Watering Tips for Houseplants: Suppose you're new to houseplants or have a tendency to overwater (or as we affectionately say, "over-love") your houseplants. In that case, we always recommend having them in pots with drainage holes & a saucer underneath. If you'd like to try a pot without a drainage hole (b/c let's face it, there are a lot of cute pots without them & also, tha

Succulents come in many different varieties, sizes, and colors. Some are spiky, some are soft, some have rounded leaves, while others have pointed leaves. Some produce flowers while some do not. They are beautiful and unique, adding eye candy and interest to your home. Sunlight Requirements Before heading to the plant nursery to shop for succulents, look around your home at the sunlight that is streaming inside. Most succulents need bright, indirect sunlight, so you need a s

Now is the perfect time to begin researching plants you'd like to add to your gardening beds in the coming months. And we have the perfect tool to help you with that! Our Plant Finder feature  on our website allows you to search for plants perfect for your landscape. By utilizing this tool, you can search for specific plants from the comfort of your sofa, create a wish list, and bring it into the nursery (please note that we may not always have every item in stock on your wis