Platt Hill Nursery

It's time to plant the baby poinsettias for Christmas! Our home-grown poinsettias are always exceptional.

Pepper and Poppy having some snuggle time

What do you see in your yard that is making you happy today? 🥰💮🌻

The key to full, swoon-worthy plants starts at the roots with proper watering. Follow the tips below to keep your plants well-hydrated this season.

- Ensure your pots have a drainage hole to prevent over-watering.
- Water in the morning instead of in the evenings.
- Touch the soil 1 inch below the surface. If it is dry to the touch, water your plants. Otherwise, check again tomorrow.
- Water the entire root zone thoroughly by watering until water comes out of the drainage hole.
- Water at the base of the plant (do not shower the foliage).

As always, our educated staff is available for any watering questions you have!

Nothing says summer like beautiful blooms and happy pollinators. We have everything you need to bring those positive Summer vibes right into your backyard. It’s easier than you think!

We just wanted to stop a moment and let all our customers know how much we love them! Hope you’re enjoying your summer.

I cannot be the only one… 🤦🤣🌱

Before & after of a project our landscape team finished. Excited to check back next year!

Check out our landscape photo gallery:
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Black Knight Butterfly Bush features showy panicles of fragrant deep purple flowers with black eyes at the ends of the branches from mid summer to mid fall. The flowers are excellent for cutting.
ONLY $39.99

Do you have a utility box in your yard? Maybe a sewer or or other unsightly object that is ruining your aesthetic? Evergreens like provide year-round foliage to offer a natural cover.

Visit us today and let one of our nursery experts help you hide that eyesore!

How about this for a flashback? These are pictures of our Bloomingdale store when it was first being built. Hard to believe how far we’ve come in those 40+ years.

Birds are an important part of the pollination cycle - often helping to spread pollen from plant to plant as they visit your yard. To keep them happy - they need three main things: Food, Water and Shelter. We have even more tips for successful birding on our blog:
https://platthillnursery.com/build-a-year-round-bird-friendly-garden-chicago/

are getting smaller as houses are being built closer and closer. Here are some of our favorite trees that will add shade, color, and privacy to your backyard without using much space.

If you want more information on skinny trees, visit our website at PlattHillNursery.com or stop in at either of our locations, Bloomingdale, IL or Carpentersville, IL.

Research has shown that when kids are in contact with soil through activities such as digging or planting, they have improved moods, better learning experiences, and even lower anxiety.

Garden with your child by helping them plant their own container garden, pressing flowers, or snacking on home-grown vegetables. Our team is here to help your budding gardener plant their own rainbow! https://pbxx.it/U7cnmJ

Especially when they’re “happy little trees”. 🌲🙂🌲

Every time. 💚

Summer Sidewalk Sale going on now, save 30-50% on many of your favorite Platt Hill Nursery items.

Items on sale vary by location, so shop both stores for the savings!

Don’t be intimidated by Japanese Maples! Make a statement in your yard with these gorgeous ornamental trees - our blog has all the information you need for success.
https://platthillnursery.com/choosing-caring-for-japanese-maples/

Just a quick reminder - we will be closed on July 4th.

With temperatures getting HOT, finding plants that can not only tolerate the heat and dry weather but also thrive is essential. Our choice? Superbena® Verbena!

This large verbena brings easy blooms to landscape beds or containers and comes in a myriad of colors. Stop in today for a mid-summer refresh and see what other heat-tolerant plants we have to offer.

are a delight when they come to visit the garden. Add some perennials such as Monarda (pictured), salvia, penstemon, or lupines to provide nectar. Shrubs such as Weigela, Summersweet, and Rose of Sharon.

Hummingbirds can be attracted to annual petunias, lantana, and fuchsia containers.

What are some of your favorite hummingbird plants?

Just a reminder - our stores will be closed for the 4th of July holiday. We will re-open on July 5th at 9am. Enjoy the holiday!

Facts. 🤣😂