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
We asked you what your burning houseplant questions were and you all shared some really great ones! Our own Savannah Atwell shares the answers!
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.
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.
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.
It can be a struggle to bring color into the shade garden – until you learn to utilize the humble Caladium!
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.
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
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
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
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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,
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
Fortuniana Rootstock Roses are Great…but What Does That Mean? Some plants are grown with special roots that help them survive in tough environments. These special roots are called “rootstock”. Growers are able to take the roots of one plant, the top from another plant, and
Christmas cactus is a plant that many people buy during the holiday season when their buds are just opening, revealing a colorful display. This colorful display leaves those same people wanting more blooms but having trouble getting these cactus to rebloom for them the following
We just received a huge shipment of stunning Japanese Maples! Checkout our selections below to find your new favorite tree. All listed varieties and sizes are available as of 4.6.2021, but these plants won’t last long. Shop soon for the best selection. Tallahassee Nurseries is
