When, What, and How Much Plants Need

Fertilizing can make the difference between plants that just survive and ones that truly thrive. But more is not always better. The key is knowing when to feed, what to use, and how much your plants actually need.

Keep Hanging Baskets Full and Beautiful

Hanging baskets are one of the easiest ways to add instant color, but keeping them full and thriving all summer takes a little know how.

Spring Shrub and Perennial Cleanup

Spring cleanup feels like the official start of the gardening season. Warmer days, new growth, and the urge to tidy everything up can be hard to resist.

Why It Matters More Than Fertilizer

When plants struggle, the first instinct is often to reach for fertilizer. But fertilizer is only part of the picture.

Fruit Tree Care in Early Spring

Early spring in Connecticut is when fruit trees quietly decide what kind of season they are going to have. A little attention now can mean the difference between a light harvest and baskets of apples, pears, peaches, or plums later in the year.

Spring Lawn Prep Without the Guesswork

Spring in Connecticut can make your lawn look confused. One week it is warming up. The next week it is cold and muddy again. This is exactly why timing matters.

How Soil Health Impacts Your Garden

Healthy gardens start from the ground up. You can choose the best plants, water consistently, and give them plenty of sun, but without healthy soil, results will always fall short.

Planting Lavender

Join Laura from Garden Answer as she plants up lavender for the garden!

How to Build a Pollinator Paradise

Transforming your backyard into a thriving habitat for pollinators isn’t just great for butterflies and bees—it also boosts the health of your entire garden. Here’s how to design a garden that’s buzzing with life, color, and purpose.

Build a Complete Pollinator Habitat

While colorful blooms are essential, a truly supportive pollinator environment also includes water sources, shelter, and a variety of plants that provide nectar and pollen throughout the seasons.

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.

Planting an Abundant Vegetable Garden

Companion planting is a time-tested gardening strategy that pairs plants to boost growth, deter pests, and improve yields. At Town and Country Nurseries, we encourage gardeners to take advantage of these natural plant partnerships to create a more productive and sustainable garden.

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