We’ve all done it at least once. We get excited over the nursery sales and spring blooms all around us and rush to the nursery to get all the plants our hearts desire for our yards. We go with the best of intentions and bring home our glorious haul. Life happens, and...
Hydrangeas are known to be summer showstoppers and with some springtime love and maintenance you can help them earn that prized badge of honor. Taking the time and energy during spring to care for your hydrangeas will pay off with lush summer blooms. How can you...
As pet lovers, it’s not often that we don’t consider our pets when making decisions. Landscaping is yet another place that we can keep them in mind. We want our pets to enjoy the outdoors safely and we can do this by creating a pet-friendly garden. We already know...
Ornamental grasses are popular mainly because they fit into almost any type of garden theme. You can find them in a lot of different varieties, sizes, and colors. There are a variety of reasons that ornamental grasses would be a great addition to your Visalia garden....
We plant tulips in the fall and patiently wait to see them bloom in our Visalia gardens announcing the arrival of spring. These bulbs shoot up and bring the first signs of spring color to our landscape. Unfortunately, we aren’t the only ones that appreciate tulip...
Live plants are a great way to make your bathroom feel like your own personal serenity spa. It’s important when choosing our plants to select ones that are suited for a high-humidity environment. It’s important to choose plants that will tolerate a low-light room and...
When is the best time to plant roses? A lot of people think that roses should be planted in April and May when they are already in bloom, but contrary to that belief, February and March are an excellent time to get those roses in the ground. Nurseries often get their...
Winter weather can be tough on our outdoor plants. Here in Visalia, we don’t experience temperature extremes like in other areas, but we still have fluctuations in temperatures in the winter months that can negatively affect your plants. This winter, we’ve experienced...
You may have seen on Facebook that we now have our Bareroot fruit trees in stock this year. How exciting! You may have a vision of your own beautiful home orchard with its delicious bounty. Maybe your mouth is already watering dreaming up the many delectable culinary...
Roses provide an instant burst of color to our gardens and can create a ‘scent-sational’ experience for us and our guests. They are generally low maintenance, and each variety has its own specific demands and maintenance needs. Many landscapers think that you should...
2022 has been full of ups and downs. We made it through a pandemic and are adjusting to the “new normal” post pandemic. We are still navigating dealing with new viruses and learning how to keep our families safe and healthy. One of our favorite hobbies is gardening,...
Have you heard of Raven ZZ plants? Though rare in many areas, this plant has been gaining in popularity. They have become easier to find, and you can find them in garden centers, nurseries and even some big box stores. Guess what? We have them at Luis’ Nursery, and...
