Early Spring
Gardening for Kids: A Fun and Educational Outdoor Activity
Gardening for Kids: A Fun and Educational Outdoor Activity Introducing children to gardening is a wonderful way to spark their curiosity about nature, teach responsibility, and enjoy quality family time outdoors. Whether you have a large backyard or just a few pots on a patio, gardening can be an engaging and rewarding experience for kids […]
Spring Ultimate Lawn Care Guide from the Pros
Spring Ultimate Lawn Care Guide from the Pros As the winter frost melts away, spring is the perfect time to rejuvenate your lawn and set the stage for a lush, healthy yard. With professional-grade tips and best practices, you can ensure your grass gets the strongest possible start for the growing season. Step 1: Clean […]
Top 6 Flowering Shrubs That Will Transform Your Landscape This Spring
Top 6 Flowering Shrubs That Will Transform Your Landscape This Spring As the days grow longer and the earth awakens from winter’s chill, there’s no better time to refresh your landscape with flowering shrubs that bring vibrant color, fragrance, and seasonal charm. Whether you’re looking for a bold burst of yellow, delicate spring fragrance, or […]
How to Plan a Cottage Garden: From Sweet Peas to Hollyhocks
How to Plan a Cottage Garden: From Sweet Peas to Hollyhocks A cottage garden is a charming, whimsical space overflowing with flowers, rich textures, and a sense of unrestrained beauty. Unlike formal gardens with precise symmetry, a cottage garden embraces an informal, abundant planting style, often featuring classic flowers like sweet peas, hollyhocks, delphiniums, and […]
Soil 101
How well do you understand your soil? It’s more than just dirt, and the more you learn about soil, the better you’ll be able to care for it to ensure a stunning landscape, healthy lawn and productive garden. All About Soil The four elements of soil are minerals, water, air and organic matter. Different combinations […]
What is “pH?” Why Is It Important?
Devised in 1909, the pH scale measures the concentration of hydrogen ions in a solution. The scale ranges from 0-14. Pure water is “neutral” and has a pH of 7, midway between 0 and 14. If a solution has a low concentration of hydrogen ions, the rating will be a higher number and is considered […]
Aphids
One of the most common insects, and one of the most potentially plant-threatening, is the aphid. There are actually many types of aphids – more than 4,000 in all. Some feed on specific plants and others are not so choosy. They all attack the newer plant growth and suck sap from a plant’s internal circulation […]
Choosing Seeds for your Garden: Cool vs Warm, Heirloom vs Hybrid
How to Choose the Right Seeds for Your Garden Starting a garden begins with a simple yet crucial decision: choosing the right seeds/plants. Whether you’re planning a vegetable garden, a cut-flower bed, or a mix of both, selecting seeds suited to your climate, growing season, and gardening goals will set you up for success. […]
Best Local Native Trees: Bringing Natural Beauty to Your Garden
Best Local Native Trees: Bringing Natural Beauty to Your Garden There’s something special about planting native trees in your garden. They’re perfectly adapted to our local climate, attract native wildlife, and require less maintenance—all while adding a touch of natural beauty. At D.R. Snell Nursery, we’re passionate about Maryland’s rich native tree selection. Let us […]
Our Favorite Flowering Trees: Add a Touch of Romance to Your Garden
Our Favorite Flowering Trees: Add a Touch of Romance to Your Garden Who doesn’t love a tree that blooms? Whether it’s the first sign of spring or the soft fragrance of summer, flowering trees bring a sense of romance to any landscape. At D.R. Snell Nursery, we’re thrilled to help you add a little magic […]
