Plan Before You Plant! When starting a landscaping project, a little planning goes a long way! Knowing some information about your garden site will help get your project started off in the right direction. How many hours of sun does the site receive? Light plays a leading role in determining what plants to choose for […]
GARDEN PESTS | BROWNTAIL MOTH Longfellow’s Greenhouses Nursery February 27th, 2021 Enjoying the gardening season is something that so many of us look forward to coming out of a long, cold winter each year. When most of us think about getting out there once spring comes, there’s no way we can avoid thinking about the […]
Winter Pruning Spring is fast approaching. Now that the threat of extreme cold is behind us, it’s time to get out the pruners. What we prune this time of year is determined by the plants flowering and fruiting cycle. Fruit trees, blueberries and summer blooming plants (i.e., hydrangea paniculata, butterfly bush, rose-of-sharon, spiraea japonica, and […]
Q– When can I start seeds indoors? A– Some seeds can be started now. This is an ideal time to start members of the onion genus, for instance. Others are pansies, green peppers, impatiens, and perennials that normally flower in early summer (although most perennials will not flower the first season after seeding). Use grow […]
“What’s New” Lecture with Crystal Ferris Saturday, March 14th at 10 am Tried and true plants are the staples of every garden, but it is always nice to freshen up your garden with something new and exciting. Come get a sneak peak at some of the […]
Q – Have your seeds arrived at the store yet? A – We have some seeds available in early January, and many more by February and March. Q– When is your Cabin Fever Art Show this year? A – February 8th & 9th 2020 . Q– When can I plant my (cut) Christmas tree? A– […]
A garden is a wonderful place for a child to experience the natural world and learn how things grow. It is a place of wonder and surprise that excites the imagination as it teaches valuable lessons about the environment, responsibility, and discipline. With a little planning and effort-and a little help from you-your child can […]
Q– What seeds can I start indoors now? A– Check the seed packets for planting dates. If the recommendation is to start seeds ten weeks before planting outside, the middle of March would be the right time to sow indoors. But don’t rush it, or your plants will be ready before they can go outside! […]
Bulbs: Q– I forgot to plant my spring-flowering bulbs. Are they any good now? A– Plant them in good soil in large pots. Place in an unheated, protected area like an unheated basement, woodshed, cold frame, or garage. Water them once, then keep them from drying out during the winter, but don’t keep them soggy-wet. […]
