May Garden To-Do List

May Garden To-Do List: Get Your Beds, Borders, and Containers Ready for Summer May is a magical month in the garden—the weather is warming, plants are bursting with color, and it’s finally safe to get your hands in the soil. At Nunan’s Florist & Garden Center, we know how important this time of year is to set your garden up for summer success.

May Lawn Care Guide

Spring is in full swing here in Georgetown, MA, and that means it’s time to give your lawn the TLC it needs to thrive all season long. At Nunan’s Florist & Garden Center, we want you to feel confident in your lawn care routine. Whether you’re just getting started or refining your seasonal strategy, this guide will walk you through key steps for May — from fertilizing and weed control to aeration and mowing height.

Staff Pick: Ground Phlox

Every plant tells a story—and these are the ones our team can’t stop talking about. Curated by our staff of passionate gardeners and plant lovers, the Staff Picks program highlights top-performing plants that bring real value to your garden.

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Planting Beautiful Trees, Shrubs & Perennials for Spring Interest!

🌟 Superstars for Summer

Summer is almost here, and that means it’s time to bring your garden to life with vibrant color, effortless beauty, and the kind of performance that only Proven Winners can deliver. At Nunan’s Florist & Garden Center in Georgetown, MA, we grow over 60,000 Proven Winners annuals every year—and we’re proud to feature some of the most beloved varieties that thrive in Zone 6a gardens.

Planting a Viburnum & New Perennials

Now Shipping Locally Grown Plants

We’re excited to introduce a brand new way to shop for plants — right from the comfort of home! NunansDirect.com is Nunan’s online store offering over 3,600 locally grown plants, now available for shipping locally or nationwide.

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Planting Annuals to Attract Pollinators!

Learn how to create a vibrant garden that attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds by planting specific annuals known to draw pollinators.

Small Space Pollinator Gardens

Pollinators like bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds play a crucial role in our ecosystem, and you don’t need a sprawling garden to support them! With a well-thought-out small-space pollinator garden, you can create a thriving habitat in any yard, no matter the size.

The Gardener’s Idea Book Is Here!

You know it’s Spring when the Proven Winners Gsrdener’s Idea Book is here! Stop by the store and pick it up today!

Seed Starting: 1,000+ Annual Flowers!

Join Garden Answer as she embarks on starting over a thousand annual flower seeds, sharing tips and techniques for successful germination.

Seed Starting 101: A Beginners Guide

Whether you’re dreaming of colorful flowers, fresh herbs, or homegrown vegetables, growing from seed allows you to cultivate a wider variety of plants while ensuring strong, healthy growth before they reach your garden.

A Beautiful & Productive Garden

Creating a yard-to-table garden doesn’t just bring fresh, homegrown food to your table—it also transforms your outdoor space into a beautiful, thriving landscape.

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Our talented designers will use their discretion in selecting a variety of fresh flowers to create your custom arrangement.

5 Top Houseplants for Beginners

If you’re new to houseplants, finding the perfect plant to match your lifestyle can feel overwhelming. Nunan’s Garden Center makes it easy to grow your indoor oasis with a wide selection of houseplants that are beautiful, resilient, and beginner-friendly.

Houseplant Guide for Apartment Dwellers

Living in an apartment doesn’t mean you have to miss out on the joys of gardening. At Nunan’s Garden Center, we understand the challenges of limited outdoor space and are here to help you create a lush, green indoor oasis. With compact solutions like vertical gardens, space-saving planters, and grow lights, indoor gardening has never been easier—or more rewarding.

Decorating with Houseplants

The start of a new year is the perfect time to refresh your home, and what better way to do so than with the natural beauty of houseplants? Not only do they enhance your space with vibrant greens and unique textures, but they also purify the air and bring a sense of calm to your home.

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Plant Finder

Find the perfect plants for your landscape and garden needs by searching through our extensive inventory of trees, shrubs, vines, ground covers, annuals, perennials, ferns and ornamental grasses. Create your own plant list and when you're done, bring it into the store where our friendly staff will help you find the plants you have selected!

We Create Inviting Environments

Interior Plantscaping creates a more inviting environment in your office using plants, shrubs, and trees with low maintenance. Nunan’s Interior Plant Care Service can help!

Garden Care

Garden care and maintenance is essential to a healthy and beautiful garden. To Ensure your garden remains luscious and attractive, we are hear to help provide the following services.

Café Sarina is a locally-sourced, farm-to-table café. Inside, you’ll find a rustic, relaxing atmosphere overlooking an outdoor patio and a beautiful garden.

A Mini Golf Paradise

We had an awesome visit by a drone as we were opening up the other morning. Thank you Chris Turner for the beautiful tour of our new miniature golf course from a drone's perspective! So much fun! Keep an eye out for future postings!