Winter Time: Houseplant Care
As the weather begins to change, take a few simple steps to prepare your houseplants to thrive through the off season.
Gardening
10 Plants to Grow for Fall Color
Fall is the season for planting. We’ve compiled a list of our favorite plants for bright fall color!
The Art of Proper Watering
All plants need water. It’s important to understand how exactly plants use water to function and grow.
Summer Time: 10 Drought Resistant Perennials
In soaring summer temperatures and high humidity, it’s vital to provide plenty of water for your newly installed trees, shrubs, and perennials. We’ve compiled a list of our ten favorite water wise perennials to plant this summer.
Building a Garden in 5 Steps
There are no rules for garden design; they can be as simple as a meadow of scattered wildflowers or as complex as a formal French garden. Here are 5 simple steps to getting your garden started.
Planting Trees for a Purpose
So you’re looking to add a tree to the landscape. Learn about trees to grow for: full sun, shade, privacy, wet areas, attracting pollinators, providing shade, and four season interest.
Beginner’s Guide to Spring Fertilizing
All plants benefit from fertilization at some point in their life. Fertilizing in the spring is especially important to provide a boost of nutrients and encourage new growth. But, how do I get started?
Seed Starting 101
Despite Virginia’s long growing season, many gardeners like to get a head start by sowing fruit and vegetable seeds indoors several weeks before the date of last frost. Here’s how to get started.
How we Grow 100,000 Spring Annuals
Cross Creek grows tens of thousands of spring annuals each year at our Courthouse road property. Because we grow our own annuals, we can select unique varieties, offer lower prices, and share the absolute best care advice. Here’s how!
Ask Us: Favorite Houseplants
Ask us! Our talented Cross Creek Nursery staff shares their favorite houseplants and reasons why.