The Tree | Stories & Scenes from Cold Creek Nurseries
How to Make Your Cut Hydrangeas Last Longer
Hydrangeas are some of the most stunning flowers to bring indoors—their big, cloud-like blooms can brighten up any room. But if you've ever cut a few for a vase only to find them wilting within a day, you're not alone. The good news? With a few tricks, you can dramatically extend the vase life of cut hydrangeas and enjoy their beauty for days longer.
Change the Color of Your Hydrangeas: A Gardener’s Guide for Zone 8A
One of the most magical things about hydrangeas is their ability to change color depending on your soil's chemistry. If you’ve ever wished your pink hydrangeas were blue—or vice versa—you’re in luck. With a little patience and the right materials, you can influence your blooms in time for the next growing season.
The Resilient Beauty of the Peggy Martin Rose: A Symbol of Hope and Renewal
When you plant a Peggy Martin Rose, you’re planting more than a flower—you’re planting a piece of history, a tribute to the human spirit, and a daily reminder that even after the storm, something beautiful can grow.
Protecting Your Garden from Deer: Effective Solutions for a Deer-Free Landscape
Deer are beautiful creatures, but when they start munching on your garden, they can quickly become a nuisance. Particularly in spring and summer, when does are pregnant or nursing, and young deer and bucks are growing, they seek out nutritious, protein-packed plants. Fertilized plants, such as those in home landscapes, offer the perfect blend of protein, carbohydrates, minerals, and salts that deer find irresistible.
Summer May Be Ending, But Your Garden’s Beauty Doesn’t Have To!
As summer fades, many gardeners start to pack away their tools, thinking the time for stunning blooms is over. But if you’re in zone 8A, that couldn’t be further from the truth! Fall offers a whole new season of show-stopping plants that will keep your garden vibrant and colorful. From flowering perennials to bold grasses and even trees, here are some fantastic options to make your garden shine through the autumn months.
Welcome Fall, College Football, and Perfect Planting Weather!
Fall is finally here, and you know what that means—college football season is back! There’s something magical about crisp Saturdays spent cheering on your favorite team, flipping burgers on the grill, and relaxing with family and friends. Here in the South, fall weekends mean gathering outdoors, whether it’s tailgating at the game or enjoying the backyard with loved ones. And while football might steal the show, this season also offers the perfect opportunity to spruce up your landscape and get your garden ready for the coming year.
Yellow Leaf Spot on Roses and Hydrangeas
Lately, we've had quite a few customers bringing in bags of yellow leaves or leaves with spotting on them, asking what's wrong with their roses and hydrangeas. If you're experiencing the same issue, you're not alone. Yellow leaf spots are common this time of year, especially after weeks of intense heat.