“Once upon a time there were no flowers at all.” —Loren Eiseley Imagine that. A planet green, but without bloom. No petals, no pollen, no bursts of color to herald the seasons. Just a long, monotonous hush in the history of plant life. Until, somewhere near the end of the Age of Reptiles, as Eisley so beautifully described it, there occurred “a soundless, violent explosion.” It wasn’t fire … [Read more...]
June 7, 2021 By
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...]
May 25, 2017 By
Yarrow – Plant Profile
Achillea Millefolium Common Names: Yarrow, Milefoil Common Varieties: “Paprika” (red), “Appleblossom” (pink), “Coronation Gold” (golden yellow), “Gypsy White” (white), “Peachy Peach Sensation” (peach). Description: Yarrow is a flowering perennial featuring tight, flat clusters of bright flowers atop long green stems. The flowers themselves range in color from white to deep red, with … [Read more...]
June 7, 2016 By
Planting a Pollinator Garden
June is National Pollinator Month! What's a pollinator? A pollinator is any animal that helps move pollen from one plant to another, aiding in fertilization and propagation. The most famous pollinator is the bee, but there are plenty of others, including butterflies, moths, beetles, bats, and many birds (especially hummingbirds!) Pollinators are vital to the natural environment, as well as the … [Read more...]
