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Watering Tips for Houseplants
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
Rebekah
Mar 7, 20241 min read


Tips for Caring for Succulents
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
Rebekah
Mar 6, 20243 min read


Winter Garden Interest
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
Rebekah
Feb 7, 20242 min read


Late-Fall Shrub Gardening To-dos
There are a few simple things to do to show your shrubs some extra love as we head into winter! Many of these easy tasks can be beneficial for other plants also. Deadhead spent blooms. Plants with large blooms, such as Hydrangeas, should be deadheaded before winter. The reason to do so is because snow and ice can weigh down the stems of these shrubs, damaging the plant. This is not the time to heavily prune shrubs, however. Just snip the dead blooms off. Apply fresh mulch if
Rebekah
Dec 13, 20232 min read


Reasons to Add Mulch Before Winter Cold Sets In
A fresh layer of mulch is an important addition to fall landscaping. Remember last year's abnormally frigid temperatures at Christmas? While it's true that a fresh layer of mulch still would not have completely protected all plants from those cold temperatures (and the very quick rate at which the temperatures dropped during that time), mulch helps insulate plants in winter. Think of mulch as a snuggly blanket for your plants. Mulch also has a benefit in the summer heat- it k
Rebekah
Dec 4, 20232 min read


How to Care for Your Live Christmas Tree
In addition to pre-cut trees, we are happy to offer live Christmas trees again this holiday season! Live Christmas trees are meant to be brought inside during the season and then planted in your yard after Christmas! For many families, it is a tradition they carry on year after year. Live Christmas Tree Tips: Similar to pre-cut trees, keep your live tree away from any air vents. Keep the root ball moist, but not too wet. Evergreens do not like "wet feet" (consistently soggy
Rebekah
Nov 21, 20231 min read


How to Winterize Your Fountain
Fountains are often made with materials that can withstand differing temperatures, however, if temperatures rapidly decline or fall below 32 degrees (which we will surely have this winter), take these steps to protect your fountain from cold temperatures. How to Prepare Your Fountain for Winter: Bring inside if possible. This is the best way to protect your fountain, but we know not everyone can physically move their fountain to their garage in the winter. If you cannot bring
Rebekah
Nov 16, 20232 min read


A Valuable Christmas Gift
You can plant spring-blooming bulbs now up until late December/early January! In this video, Lynn shares the story of how we accidentally ordered too many bulbs a couple of years back, and how that became a meaningful Christmas tradition for her family. ❤️🎄
Rebekah
Nov 3, 20231 min read


Landscape Tips for Front Gardening Beds
The front of your home is the first impression someone has of your home. Landscaping can further enhance the look of your home. Thoughtful landscaping can accentuate brick or siding colors and can draw your eye to the front door. With a little pre-planning, forethought, and knowledge, you can have a front landscape that wows and beautifully adds curb appeal. Before purchasing plants, learn what kind of sunlight your front yard receives. Full sun is 6+ hours of sunlight each d
Rebekah
Oct 20, 20233 min read

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