Blog Posts
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Mulch Ado About Nothing
So I recently mulched my garden, as we've been getting some crazy heat here in the Midwest these past few weeks, and I thought I would write a blog post...
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How to Plant Iris, Step-by-Step
Today, we’re talking about how to plant an iris. It’s pretty easy, so we’ll go through it Step-By-Step. Check out the How to Plant Iris video below for more details....
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Ornamental Grass Will Keep Your Garden Stylish
The other day I was talking to a gardening friend of mine, Gerry, and we stumbled onto the topic of ornamental grass. He had just ordered Northern Lights Grass from...
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November Gardening Reminders
In some regions, gardeners are finding that it’s just too cold to be outside. Don’t spend the season mourning the loss of your summer garden, though. Get your growing fix...
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Prudent Pruning for the Holidays
There's nothing like fresh greens for Christmas decorations - and no, it\'s not too early to think about holiday bedecking, even if the sight of jack-o-lanterns jostling Santa Clauses at...
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Home Sweet Home: Growing Fruit Trees for House and Patio, Part I
Ever go to the supermarket hoping for some nice succulent fruit and find only fruit that is bruised or, even worse, moldy? If you live in California or Florida, things...
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Home Sweet Home: Growing Fruit Trees for House and Patio, Part II
Where There’s Light, There’s Fruit Whether moved outdoors in the summer or kept as indoor plants year-round, containerized trees require bright, indirect sunlight and regular watering. Citrus trees prefer 8-12...
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How To Care For Amaryllis
Merry Christmas and happy holidays from your friends at Spring Hill Nursery! It would be nearly impossible to go through a Christmas season without seeing Amaryllis flowers. And who doesn’t...
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How to Grow Ferns
Versatile and carefree, the sophisticated fern and its feather-like, lacy petals add elegance to flower arrangements and home interiors effortlessly. Ferns are strong and survive well in locations where many...
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How to Plant Bamboo
Hello, fellow gardeners! Spring is nearly upon us. The snow and ice are melting, the temperatures warming, and the plants are growing greener with each passing day. We hope you\'re...
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Plants for Shady Spots: How to Garden in the Shade
Most gardens have a shady area or two – or more. The number and location of these areas can change as a garden matures and trees and shrubs reach full...
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How to Grow and Care for Honeysuckle
How would you feel if beautiful butterflies and hummingbirds welcomed you every summer morning just when you stepped outside? Speaking from experience, it’s like walking into a paradise. There’s nothing...