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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

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

Water and water well! Fall is the best time to plant, but it's also our driest season in Middle TN! Plants in pots typically require watering every other day or more frequently. You can check by sticking your finger about an inch into the soil of the pot- if it is dry, it is time to water. Mums, which are so popular at this time of the year, will most likely need to be watered every day. All newly planted plants (those planted within the last year) require deep watering every

We don't need to tell you it's hot outside! Here are some tips to help your garden as we begin to slowly transition to fall over the next several weeks. Annuals:   Many spring/summer annuals may look droopy in late summer. Remove any annuals that are "spent", meaning they are diseased or dying. It will clean up your garden visually. If your annuals need to be pruned, remove any dead blooms weekly and remove damaged foliage. Cut back Petunias that aren't blooming well- they w

Summer is here and so are hot temperatures! Although all plants need watering during a drought or if they are newly planted, many plants bask in the sunlight and love the heat. These plants can usually be watered less frequently in the heat of summer. With that said, they do still need to be watered if we have several days without any rain or if we experience drought-like conditions. Below, we are sharing twelve plants that usually take our Middle Tennessee heat like champs!

It's important to understand the essential elements of a successful garden. Soil, sunlight, water, fertilizer and mulch are all essential elements that every beginner gardener needs to know about to be a great gardener. We will share about each today. Understanding Soil Soil is the foundation of a healthy garden. In Middle Tennessee, we tend to have a fair amount of clay in our soil. This is important to know because clay holds onto water which can lead to root rot in plants

Being successful with houseplants can be a challenge with all the varied instruction out there. We will try to make it easy for you with the following information: STEP 1: Light Placing plants in the proper light conditions is your first step to success. We group light conditions into 3 categories: LOW LIGHT: Northern exposure with no direct sun. East or west exposure with curtain filtered sun. Some plant labels will use descriptive words, such as indirect light, defused ligh

Fall is the perfect time to plant trees and shrubs! It's technically the best time to plant almost all trees and shrubs, because it gives new plants time to become acquainted with its new soil and environment before spring and summer growth months. Did you also know that fall is typically our driest season in Middle Tennessee? We've had a very dry summer and are experiencing a dry fall so far. You need to water even established trees and shrubs this fall if we aren't receivin