The Fantastic Ficus Guide
Of all the types of houseplants, the Ficus family is a favorite of ours due to its diverse varieties and generally easier care
June 9, 2021
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Water Garden Guide
Peace, tranquility and soothing sounds are just some of the benefits of incorporating a water feature to your garden. Picture rocking on the porch, cold iced tea in your hand on a hot summer day only to be cooled down further by the refreshing sounds of your water feature.
May 6, 2021
Hydrangeas for Mother’s Day
Hydrangeas are a classic for Mother’s Day, and with good reason. The soft, colorful blooms look like surreal paintings, adding splashes of blue, pink, and purple to the garden, right around Mother’s Day each year.
May 5, 2021
When Will My New Trees Produce Fruit?
The real answer to that question is unsatisfying…“it all depends.” To understand why, we must remember that a fruit tree is a living organism, a miraculous creature that can produce delicious food from merely soil, water, and sunshine. To make this everyday miracle possible, fruit
April 15, 2021
Your Houseplant Questions Answered!
We asked you what your burning houseplant questions were and you all shared some really great ones! Our own Savannah Atwell shares the answers!
April 13, 2021
Azaleas Served Two Ways: Cloud Pruning vs Selective Pruning
To be honest, there was a time in my gardening journey when I thought there was a right way and a wrong way to prune azaleas.
March 23, 2021
Oh Deer…Dealing With Deer in the Garden!
Every list of deer resistant plants is fundamentally flawed (well-intentioned, but flawed), and that’s because they cannot definitively state whether the deer in your yard will eat your plants.
March 12, 2021
Louisiana Irises: Living Art From Our Own Backyard
Irises have inspired artists for centuries. Even masters like Van Gogh and Monet tried to capture the alluring beauty of these spring blooms. Despite the creativity and skill of these paintings, the real thing, the flower itself, still possesses the most magic.
March 3, 2021
Bring Color & Texture to Your Shade Garden with Caladiums
It can be a struggle to bring color into the shade garden – until you learn to utilize the humble Caladium!
February 27, 2021
Japanese Magnolias
While anyone can enjoy the trees at our local parks, you can bring home your very own Japanese Magnolia, to enjoy every year in your own garden.
February 22, 2021
How Do I Care For My Tillandsia
Tillandsias seem to be in constant demand, especially colorful varieties or ones in bloom. Caring for these little plants can seem daunting considering that most other houseplants grow in a pot of soil. Tillandsias are epiphytes which means they grow on other plants, not in
February 10, 2021
Indeterminate VS Determinate Tomatoes
Growing tomatoes in Tallahassee is one of the staple spring crops we’re able to cultivate! There are dozens of varieties to choose from making things not only a tasty adventure but, also super interesting. Before you jump into growing some for yourself, and maybe even
February 10, 2021
Christmas Garden Gift Guide
Come Find Some Cheer During Your Holiday Shopping! As Christmas draws near, we’re all looking to find the perfect gift for the loved ones on our shopping lists. Tallahassee Nurseries is your one-stop holiday destination. With a myriad of outdoor plant varieties, beautiful fountains, colorful
December 7, 2020
Aunt Paula’s Victrola
Amaryllis are easy-to-grow bulbs that come in a plethora of color options, from solid red, white, pink, or green to striped with all sorts of patterns and petal formations. Everyone has their personal favorite, from the classic Red Lion to the unique Sumatra and Picotee.
December 2, 2020
Amaryllis: The Holiday Plant Gift that Keeps on Giving!
Amaryllis are easy-to-grow bulbs that come in a plethora of color options, from solid red, white, pink, or green to striped with all sorts of patterns and petal formations. Everyone has their personal favorite, from the classic Red Lion to the unique Sumatra and Picotee.
November 22, 2020
2021 Landscape Trends
For the gardener, there are exciting new trends in landscaping for 2021 that will be something to look forward to. A few new trends and some classic favorites that will be worth keeping an eye out for, or even adding to your own landscape, in the coming year.
November 6, 2020
October 28, 2020
2020 – 2021 Fruit Report
You won’t believe how many fruit bearing plants we’ve been able to source for planting this fall! Nearly all of it is locally grown, right here in the Florida Panhandle. Using edible plants in your landscape ensures you get something back for all the hard
October 14, 2020
Hail to Variegated Plants!
My love affair with variegated plants started in my early garden years. Whether walking through a botanical garden or arboretum, my eyes were immediately drawn to the distinctness of these plants.
August 19, 2020
Things to Consider Before Choosing a Houseplant
The houseplant craze is spreading like wildfire, producing more and more new plant parents. I love having a customer walk into the greenhouse excited about buying their very first plant baby. Many of them are eager to confess “I don’t know anything about plants!” to
August 3, 2020
Muscadine Grapes
Muscadine Grapes are a real southern delicacy. These hardy grapes can be eaten fresh, pressed for juice, or made into wine. The native wild vines can be found all over the southeast, producing food for wildlife and any humans who are lucky enough to find
July 1, 2020
Summer Houseplants for Your Porch
Temperatures are really starting to warm up here in North Florida which means it is the perfect time to introduce some tropical foliage into your outdoor porch area. Whether you have shade, sun, or something in between, we have something green to spice up your
May 19, 2020
Tallahassee Nurseries COVID-19 Statement
Dear Tallahassee Nurseries Family, We would like to extend a huge thank you to our employees and customers who have worked so hard to make the big changes required in this challenging time. With your cooperation and understanding we will continue to improve safety in
March 31, 2020
Landscape Lighting Done Right
One of the hottest trends in home improvement is landscape lighting. Trend has now met the temporary societal norm of spending even more time at home.
March 24, 2020
Sweet and Salty: plants for coastal gardening in the Florida Panhandle
Picking the right plant for the right place is the cornerstone of successful gardening. The more challenging the environment, the more important the proper plant section becomes. Coastal gardens are particularly challenging due to salt spray in the air, salt in the groundwater, sandy soil
March 11, 2020
Making the Most of Native Plants
You’ve probably heard a lot about native plants in the last few years, but what’s so special about them? Native animals have been reliant on native plants as sustenance for eons. In those countless years they have developed a reliance on each other for food,
February 19, 2020
Taiwan Cherry Tree, a Tallahassee Nurseries Tradition
Exuberant, bright pink Taiwan cherry blossoms are a big part of springtime in Tallahassee. The eye-catching flowers are the earliest sign of the parade of spring blooms to come. These spectacular small trees hold a special place at Tallahassee Nurseries too. Introducing this plant to
February 5, 2020
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