What to Plant in the Fall for a Beautiful Spring!

Spring is when we usually think of planting new plants.  After a long harsh winter, it’s a time of new beginnings and new life and little leaves are starting to sprout out of the ground its time to figure out what you want to plant in your garden this year and get started!  However, there are a select few plants that are better suited to be planted in the fall than in the spring, let’s take a … [Read more...]

Multi-Seasonal Interest Plants

When planting a garden its usually a good idea to think about the lifespan of the plants you choose, you wouldn't want to plant a garden full of flowers that bloom early in the spring and then die before summer, leaving your garden brown and barren the rest of the year.  Plant a variety of plants that will all bloom at different times to keep your garden looking fresh all year long.  One trick to … [Read more...]

What We All Want: Deer Resistant Plants!

One of the most common questions people ask us at the nursery is “what can I plant that is Deer Resistant?” Living in the Hudson Valley we all know the deer are everywhere, so finding the perfect plant that won’t get destroyed is important when planning your garden. Unfortunately, the answer is not as simple as we would all like it to be. Below is a list of several recommendations by our expert … [Read more...]

Popular Plants That Are Invasive, and What to Plant Instead!

Planting season is in full swing and so is our garden center.  With so many flowers, shrubs, trees, and bushes to choose from for when deciding what to plant next, our knowledgeable nursery staff would like to remind you which species are not good for the environment or your garden.  Some of these may surprise you, but don’t worry, we will give you several alternatives to choose … [Read more...]

Meet the Plant People – Ally

This is Ally! If you've been to Kalleco in the past year, we're sure you'll remember her. From her ever-present smile to her serious landscaping know-how, she's hard to forget! Ally hails from Long Island originally. In 2010, she migrated to the Hudson Valley in search of open spaces and found them! She has a degree in equine sciences, fitting for an animal lover like her. When asked what her … [Read more...]