Four Seasons of Interest Looking for a fast growing shrub to use as part of a hedgerow, privacy planting, or habitat island? Ninebark is your answer. Super-easy to grow, it has 4 seasons of interest: Spring: Profusion of white flowers in late spring to early summer. Summer: … [Read more...]
Genus Spotlight – Amelanchier
There are several species of Serviceberry. They all bloom in spring, set fruit in summer, and have a lovely soft yellow fall color. Some species have tinges of red and orange in fall. The fruits are tasty, like soft sweet blueberries. Songbirds and small mammals also love them. Flowers are … [Read more...]
Genus Spotlight: The Native Lilies
Lilies are perhaps one of the most important flowers historically, symbolically, and even horticulturally! Their popularity has literally lasted thousands of years. Native lily species of North America were utilized by many Native American Tribes, as their bulbs are sought after, edible … [Read more...]
Species Spotlight: Our Native Azaleas
Native azaleas are some of the most spectacular native plants, yet seldom seen in gardens. Some sources say that these azaleas and their precursors have been around for 50 million years, slowly evolving and adapting to their local habitats. It’s never too late to add one to your garden. When … [Read more...]
Don’t ‘Clean-Up’ Too Soon!
Dormant gardens provide enormous ecological benefit. 'Hidden' in this photo collage of dormant gardens are some important beneficial insects. Would you be able to spot these as you cleared 'debris' away from your garden? Let them stay until temperatures are CONSISENTLY above 50 degrees. The … [Read more...]
The Ecological Value of Native Shrubs in Your Garden
It takes all kinds of plants to create a thriving habitat for wildlife, while each kind fulfills different ecological functions. Among them, shrubs are one kind of plant with important ecological functions for wildlife. Shrubs are woody plants, generally multi-trunked and under 20 feet tall. … [Read more...]
Species Spotlight: American Hop-Hornbeam (Ostrya virginiana)
American Hop-hornbeam / Ironwood (Ostrya virginiana) The American hop-hornbeam is a great tree for the garden and landscape! Unfortunately, landscapers and home gardeners overlook this beautiful tree as it can be difficult to find in cultivation. We believe this tree is more deserving of … [Read more...]
Simple-to-install, low-cost Bog Garden…A Step by Step Guide
Bogs are a fascinating addition to any garden! Do carnivorous plants such as pitcher plants and sundews tempt you, but unsure how to grow them? These plants are so cool, but are only suitable for containers or man-made bogs. Customers often admire our bog plants during the season, but hesitate due … [Read more...]
Last Retail Hours for 2021
We will be open for the sale of gift cards, books, and container evergreen trees Friday and Saturday Dec 17 and 18 from 10 am to 3 pm. This is the last weekend for 2021 hours. We will re-open for shopping April 1, 2022. New stock of books now available! Perfect for a gift or to accompany a … [Read more...]
Winter Festivities at the Nursery!
Let's embrace winter's approach together and celebrate at the nursery with festivities! Live Evergreens for Sale While most of our plants are tucked in for the winter, we have our conifers and a selection of broadleaved evergreens on display for browsing. These small container plants are perfect … [Read more...]
Week of November 15
We are getting the nursery ready for winter so most of our plants are no longer accessible for browsing. You can send us your list and we can assemble the plants you need. Here's our current inventory. Please note that quantities available will change as customers purchase plants. We will … [Read more...]
Week of November 8
We are getting the nursery ready for winter. A small portion of our plants are still available and accessible for shopping. We are here weekdays until 4 PM. Read below for more details on what plants are still available for shopping. You can send us your list and we can assemble the plants you … [Read more...]
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